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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $340-$476
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Mon 10/1Mon 10/8
SBN - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$121
Typical prices: $259-$449
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/4
SBN - LAX • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between South Bend and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 22% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Cheapest • Avg $301 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 6h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from South Bend to Los Angeles (SBN-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from South Bend to Los Angeles

Sun, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:36 pm - 3:17 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-LAX Los Angeles
20h 41m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:59 pm - 8:46 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SBN South Bend/Michiana
19h 47m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$320Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 8
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10:36 pm - 7:47 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-LAX Los Angeles
12h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:20 am - 9:48 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SBN South Bend/Michiana
7h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$325Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Thu, Oct 1
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8:46 pm - 6:10 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-LAX Los Angeles
24h 24m1 stop Orlando
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11:30 am - 9:46 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SBN South Bend/Michiana
7h 16m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$349Multiple Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Mon, Sep 28
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1:10 pm - 5:37 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-LAX Los Angeles
7h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:30 am - 2:47 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SBN South Bend/Michiana
6h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359United Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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11:31 am - 3:27 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-LAX Los Angeles
6h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:30 am - 10:56 amLAX  Los Angeles-SBN South Bend/Michiana
7h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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2:28 pm - 9:36 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-LAX Los Angeles
10h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 6:03 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SBN South Bend/Michiana
9h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$359American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
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5:27 pm - 9:28 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-LAX Los Angeles
7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:49 am - 9:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SBN South Bend/Michiana
8h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$359American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
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3:25 pm - 10:34 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-LAX Los Angeles
10h 09m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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9:53 am - 8:50 pmLAX  Los Angeles-SBN South Bend/Michiana
7h 57m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$359Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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3:25 pm - 10:34 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-LAX Los Angeles
10h 09m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:59 pm - 11:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-SBN South Bend/Michiana
8h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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3:25 pm - 10:36 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-LAX Los Angeles
10h 11m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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11:59 pm - 11:05 amLAX  Los Angeles-SBN South Bend/Michiana
8h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$359Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for South Bend to Los Angeles flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from South Bend to Los Angeles?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from South Bend to Los Angeles, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from South Bend to Los Angeles?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from South Bend to Los Angeles at $308 round-trip.
  • July ($513) and December ($403) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 66% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from South Bend to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from South Bend to Los Angeles are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for South Bend to Los Angeles flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$121
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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When to book flights from South Bend to Los Angeles

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

    Flights from South Bend to Los Angeles usually depart from South Bend/Michiana (SBN) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from South Bend to Los Angeles?

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 84% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 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 South Bend to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 22% on the South Bend to Los Angeles route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $368 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $471, a difference of $103. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute South Bend to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 4% above the route average of $397. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from South Bend to Los Angeles?

    A nonstop flight from South Bend to Los Angeles takes 0h 00m, covering 1,819 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from South Bend to Los Angeles?

    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 South Bend to Los Angeles 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 $320 to $2,773. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from South Bend to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $296, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 56m, compared with 7h 00m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 7h 13m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between South Bend and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 3 hours behind South Bend (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Ace
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a South Bend to Los Angeles flight?

    Round-trip flights from South Bend to Los Angeles range from $340 to $476, with an average of $397 over the past 12 months. Anything below $340 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking South Bend to Los Angeles 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 Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $368 - about $103 less than Sunday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your South Bend to Los Angeles trip for October. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $205 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.
    - Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    - Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    - Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel

Everything you need to know for your flight from South Bend to Los Angeles

Information on your arrival and departure airports

South Bend (SBN)
Los Angeles (LAX)