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Cheapest round-trip
$349
Typical prices: $350-$550
American Airlines
Tue 12/4Fri 12/7
RIC - SBN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$182
Typical prices: $203-$317
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/10
RIC - SBN • 2 stops
When to travel
May
Cheapest • 41% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $416 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 3h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to South Bend (RIC-SBN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to South Bend

Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
6:31 pm - 11:54 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
5h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:04 am - 12:17 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$349American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
American Airlines Logo
6:56 am - 2:11 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
7h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 11:01 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$349American Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 16
Delta Logo
5:02 pm - 8:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
3h 57m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
1:57 pm - 8:25 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
6h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$349Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:11 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
9h 11m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:04 pm - 10:23 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$354American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:11 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
9h 11m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 11:01 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 21m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$354American Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Sat, Jan 16
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 10:06 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
13h 36m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:31 pm - 8:33 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
29h 02m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$367Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Fri, Jan 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:21 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
25h 36m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:16 am - 3:43 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
29h 27m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tampa
$423Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:53 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
7h 53m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 1:45 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$449United Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 4:07 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
9h 52m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 1:45 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$638United Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 4:07 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
9h 52m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 1:45 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 00m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$643United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to South Bend flights

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to South Bend typically range from $350 to $550. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $349, on American Airlines.

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Key details for Richmond to South Bend flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$182
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 56% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Richmond to South Bend

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond to South Bend?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Richmond to South Bend:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to South Bend?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Richmond to South Bend. Flights with 1 layover take between 3h 29m and 5h 29m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond to South Bend flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to South Bend range from $350 to $550, with an average of $421 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Richmond 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 $349 to $1,991. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to South Bend are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $211, which is 18% 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 averaging $81 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Richmond to South Bend usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at South Bend/Michiana (SBN).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 46% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Richmond to South Bend. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $353 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $710, a difference of $357.

    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 Richmond to South Bend?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 29m, compared with 5h 04m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 14m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Your guide to booking Richmond 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 Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $353, about $357 less than Sunday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to South Bend trip for May. Fares historically average $248 round-trip in that month - typically $914 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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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