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Cheapest round-trip
$299
Typical prices: $278-$388
United Airlines
Wed 9/26Wed 10/3
MCI - SBN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$210
Typical prices: $217-$373
United Airlines
Sun 10/7
MCI - SBN • 1 stop
When to travel
October
Cheapest • 16% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $308 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kansas City to South Bend (MCI-SBN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to South Bend

Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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6:39 pm - 11:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
4h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:03 pm - 5:43 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
5h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$299United Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 25
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7:04 am - 1:05 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
5h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:11 pm - 8:49 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
6h 38m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$299Delta
Mon, Sep 14 - Sat, Sep 19
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2:26 pm - 9:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
6h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:00 pm - 8:02 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
7h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$329Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15
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2:10 pm - 8:50 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
5h 40m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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3:13 pm - 8:43 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
6h 30m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$349Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Fri, Sep 18
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5:44 am - 1:04 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
6h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:03 pm - 11:51 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Thu, Sep 17
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7:04 am - 1:04 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
5h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:15 am - 11:14 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
5h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
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2:26 pm - 9:40 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
6h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:15 am - 10:25 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
5h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16
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7:04 am - 1:04 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
5h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:03 pm - 11:51 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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8:00 am - 2:51 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
5h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:05 am - 10:28 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
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6:40 pm - 11:39 pmMCI  Kansas City-SBN South Bend/Michiana
3h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 pm - 11:21 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-MCI Kansas City
4h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$369United Airlines
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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 from Kansas City to South Bend 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 start at $299. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $278 to $388. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $299 on United Airlines.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to South Bend at $258 round-trip.
  • June ($388) and May ($348) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% 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

$210
Most popular time to fly with an average 26% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Kansas City to South Bend

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to South Bend based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kansas City to South Bend flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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) - 91% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Kansas City to South Bend route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $278 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $448, a difference of $170. 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 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 19m 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.

  • 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 $299 to $1,938. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x 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 $329, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 19m, compared with 5h 13m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 23m 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.

  • 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
    · Avis
    · Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    · National

  • 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 $278 to $388, with an average of $308 over the past 12 months. Anything below $278 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $278 - about $170 less than Tuesday (38% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to South Bend trip for October. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $130 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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.
    - La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham South Bend
    - Quality Inn and Suites South Bend Airport
    - Sleep Inn South Bend Airport

Everything you need to know for your flight from Kansas City to South Bend

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Kansas City (MCI)
South Bend (SBN)