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Cheapest round-trip
$319
Typical prices: $303-$398
American Airlines
Sun 11/11Sun 11/18
MCI - SBN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$220
Typical prices: $217-$364
United Airlines
Sun 12/23
MCI - SBN • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 31% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $293 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to South Bend (MCI-SBN)

 

Cheap flights from Kansas City to South Bend with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
12:21 pm - 4:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
3h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:27 pm - 5:34 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
4h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
Delta Logo
2:13 pm - 8:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
5h 37m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
5:17 pm - 11:55 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
7h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$329Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
American Airlines Logo
12:19 pm - 4:57 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
3h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 8:42 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
3h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 6:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
4h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 9:46 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
7h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$409United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
9:12 am - 4:55 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
6h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:11 am - 6:51 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
8h 40m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
$427American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
1:12 pm - 6:25 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
4h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:41 pm - 9:46 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
7h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$429United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
United Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 4:01 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
3h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 5:34 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
7h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$439United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
American Airlines Logo
9:12 am - 5:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
7h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
2:28 pm - 5:41 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
4h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$455American Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:33 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
5h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:03 am - 2:37 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
5h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$459United Airlines
Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 27
American Airlines Logo
4:16 pm - 9:04 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
3h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:32 pm - 12:39 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
6h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$459American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to South Bend flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Kansas City to South Bend?

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to South Bend typically range from $303 to $398. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $319, on American Airlines.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to South Bend?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to South Bend at $259 round-trip.
•November ($545) and September ($521) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 110% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Kansas City to South Bend flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$220
Beat the crowds with an average 69% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 95% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to South Bend

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Your Kansas City to South Bend flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kansas City to South Bend?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to South Bend.

  • How long is a flight from Kansas City to South Bend?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Kansas City to South Bend. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 18m and 6h 28m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kansas City to South Bend?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kansas City to South Bend flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kansas City to South Bend range from $303 to $398, with an average of $373 over the past 12 months. Anything below $303 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Kansas City to South Bend changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $319 to $2,948. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kansas City to South Bend looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kansas City to South Bend are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $254, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at South Bend/Michiana Airport (SBN)?

    South Bend/Michiana Airport (SBN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kansas City to South Bend?

    Flights from Kansas City to South Bend usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at South Bend/Michiana (SBN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kansas City to South Bend pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kansas City to South Bend most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 90% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kansas City to South Bend?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Kansas City to South Bend. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $293 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $448, a difference of $155.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kansas City to South Bend?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 18m, compared with 5h 13m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 38m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Kansas City and South Bend?

    South Bend is 1 hour ahead of Kansas City (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Kansas City to South Bend flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $293, about $155 less than Tuesday fares (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to South Bend trip for January. Fares historically average $259 round-trip in that month - typically $286 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to South Bend/Michiana Airport.

    • Quality Inn and Suites South Bend Airport
    • La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham South Bend
    • Candlewood Suites South Bend Airport By IHG

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