Which airports can I use when flying from Lexington to South Bend?

Flights from Lexington to South Bend usually depart from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) and arrive at South Bend/Michiana (SBN).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lexington to South Bend?

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

Which airports do connecting flights from Lexington to South Bend pass through?

One-stop flights from Lexington to South Bend most commonly connect through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 25% of one-stop connections • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 25% 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 Lexington to South Bend?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the Lexington to South Bend route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $258 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $687, a difference of $429. 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 Lexington to South Bend?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Lexington to South Bend. Flights with 1 layover take between 2h 58m and 4h 07m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Lexington 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 Lexington 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 $289 to $2,834. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Lexington to South Bend looking right now?

One-way fares from Lexington to South Bend are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $224.

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

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 2h 58m, compared with 4h 04m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 07m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Lexington to South Bend?

American Airlines ($289) and United Airlines ($304) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Lexington to South Bend according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Lexington to South Bend?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Lexington to South Bend route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Lexington to South Bend?

Flights via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $258. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Lexington to South Bend which airport offers the shortest layover?

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) had the shortest average connection time for Lexington to South Bend layovers at 104 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Lexington to South Bend

Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27

7:18 pm - 11:27 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

4h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:16 pm - 11:59 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$289American Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18

5:57 pm - 10:03 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

4h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:40 pm - 12:05 amSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$304United Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Wed, Sep 16

7:00 am - 12:30 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:40 pm - 12:05 amSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$319United Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

5:57 pm - 11:33 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

5h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:35 am - 5:10 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

5h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$329United Airlines

Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6

1:50 pm - 8:07 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

6h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:30 am - 10:04 amSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$359United Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

10:55 am - 8:50 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

9h 55m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6:15 am - 10:07 amSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

3h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$453Delta

Fri, Sep 18 - Fri, Sep 25

7:18 pm - 11:27 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

4h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:21 pm - 10:59 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 38m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$576American Airlines

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

6:00 am - 2:32 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

8h 32m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:13 pm - 10:42 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

7h 29m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$587Delta

Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6

2:00 pm - 7:48 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

5h 48m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:00 am - 11:52 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

13h 52m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$608United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18

10:39 am - 2:32 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

3h 53m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:13 pm - 11:59 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

8h 46m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$609Delta

Recent last minute flight deals from Lexington to South Bend

Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6

7:13 pm - 11:33 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

4h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:08 am - 10:45 amSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

4h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$339American Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 5

9:52 am - 4:05 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

6h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:38 am - 1:16 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

5h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$349United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 8

7:13 pm - 11:33 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

4h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

12:40 pm - 6:43 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

6h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$467American Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6

10:52 am - 2:34 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

3h 42m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:16 pm - 10:46 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

7h 30m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$553Delta

Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6

7:00 am - 12:30 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:55 am - 8:26 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

10h 31m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$728United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 5

9:52 am - 2:28 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

4h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:55 am - 8:28 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

10h 33m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$738United Airlines

Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 8

10:52 am - 2:34 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

3h 42m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:13 pm - 11:54 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

8h 41m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$748Delta

Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 8

10:10 am - 8:50 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

10h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:13 pm - 11:54 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

8h 41m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,164Delta

Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6

6:00 am - 2:34 pmLEX Lexington Blue Grass-SBN South Bend/Michiana

8h 34m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3:16 pm - 10:46 pmSBN South Bend/Michiana-LEX Lexington Blue Grass

7h 30m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$1,990Delta

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

Round-trip flights from Lexington to South Bend start at $289. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $249 to $298. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $289 on American Airlines.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Lexington to South Bend?
Flights from Lexington to South Bend usually depart from Lexington Blue Grass (LEX) and arrive at South Bend/Michiana (SBN).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Lexington to South Bend?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Lexington to South Bend.
Which airports do connecting flights from Lexington to South Bend pass through?
One-stop flights from Lexington to South Bend most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 25% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 25% 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 Lexington to South Bend?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 63% on the Lexington to South Bend route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $258 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $687, a difference of $429. 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 Lexington to South Bend?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Lexington to South Bend. Flights with 1 layover take between 2h 58m and 4h 07m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Lexington 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 Lexington 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 $289 to $2,834. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Lexington to South Bend looking right now?
One-way fares from Lexington to South Bend are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $224.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Lexington to South Bend?
Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 2h 58m, compared with 4h 04m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 07m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).
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

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $258 - about $429 less than Friday (62% savings) 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

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