IAD - SBN

$89 Find Cheap Flights from Washington Dulles Airport to South Bend - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$215
Typical prices: $209-$394
Breeze Airways
Tue 10/16Fri 10/19
IAD - SBN • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$248
Typical prices: $188-$371
Breeze Airways
Tue 11/13Fri 11/16
IAD - SBN • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Breeze Airways. Average duration is 1h 55m
Direct flights
+1
Direct flights
+1
When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 71% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
Cheapest • 46% price drop
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $348 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 36m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to South Bend!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Expert advice
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to South Bend (IAD-SBN)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to South Bend

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:01 pm - 4:57 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 56mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:48 pm - 8:11 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 23m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$215Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:01 pm - 4:57 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 56mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:48 pm - 5:12 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 24m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$219Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Mon, Jan 11
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:01 pm - 4:57 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 56mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:56 am - 10:02 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 06m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$221Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:01 pm - 4:57 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 56mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:48 pm - 8:11 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 23m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$225Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 16
Breeze Airways Logo
3:01 pm - 4:57 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 56mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
5:37 pm - 7:13 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 36mnonstop
$277Breeze Airways
Fri, Jan 8 - Fri, Jan 15
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 8:01 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
2h 01mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 11:52 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 52mnonstop
$319United Airlines
Fri, Jan 1 - Fri, Jan 8
United Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 8:52 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
2h 02mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 11:52 amSBN  South Bend/Michiana-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 52mnonstop
$319United Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
United Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 8:43 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 53mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
3:33 pm - 9:10 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$329United Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
Breeze Airways Logo
3:01 pm - 4:57 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 56mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
5:37 pm - 7:13 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 36mnonstop
$333Breeze Airways
Mon, Dec 21 - Fri, Dec 25
Breeze Airways Logo
3:01 pm - 4:57 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBN South Bend/Michiana
1h 56mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
5:37 pm - 7:13 pmSBN  South Bend/Michiana-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 36mnonstop
$333Breeze Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 37% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend at $152 round-trip.
•April ($388) and July ($366) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 155% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 71% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dulles Intl to South Bend

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on Breeze Airways

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$89
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 103% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to South Bend

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dulles Intl to South Bend based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:15 am and lands at 10:10 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:50 pm and lands at 8:45 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 55m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend takes 1h 55m, covering 503 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend range from $209 to $394, with an average of $283 over the past 12 months. Anything below $209 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $283 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $271 round-trip, compared to $348 via a layover through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 $215 to $1,938. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $159, which is 14% 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
    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • National

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at South Bend/Michiana (SBN).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend most commonly connect through:

    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 26% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $222 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $389, a difference of $167.

    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 airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

    2 airlines operate flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and South Bend. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Breeze Airways

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 56m, compared with 4h 36m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 5h 10m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Breeze Airways: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Breeze Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $222, about $167 less than Sunday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 71% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend trip for February. Fares historically average $152 round-trip in that month - typically $236 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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
    • Sleep Inn South Bend Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Washington Dulles Airport to South Bend?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to South Bend/Michiana Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to South Bend/Michiana

Monday

Breeze Airways,United Airlines

Breeze Airways,United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

Breeze Airways,United Airlines

Breeze Airways,United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

See more direct flights

Direct returns

South Bend/Michiana to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

Breeze Airways,United Airlines

Breeze Airways,United Airlines

Tuesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Wednesday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Thursday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Friday

Breeze Airways,United Airlines

Breeze Airways,United Airlines

Saturday

United Airlines

United Airlines

Sunday

United Airlines

United Airlines

See more direct flights

More options for your flight from Dulles Intl to South Bend

Complete your trip to South Bend with a hotel stay or car rental