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Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to South Bend

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to South Bend flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to South Bend

Chicago O'Hare International to South Bend: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago O'Hare International to South Bend below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than South Bend.

Chicago to South Bend: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 800
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time59 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week85

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to South Bend: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to South Bend is ر.ق.‏ 653. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
59 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to South Bend.
United, SkyWest Airlines and Air New Zealand fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to South Bend.
As of July 2025, there are 85 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to South Bend.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to South Bend is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to South Bend Airport on Saturday, 19 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 59 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to South Bend but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to South Bend is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to South Bend.

Travelling from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend Regional Airport (SBN): what you need to know

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your ORD to SBN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Travelling to South Bend (and then seeing more of United States!) is easy with United Airlines. This popular airline offers direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to South Bend Regional Airport.

  • Most travellers choose to travel with United Airlines on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier that offers ORD to SBN flights is United Airlines. Its services land without delay 69.59% of the time.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from O'Hare International Airport to South Bend Regional Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ORD and SBN:

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend Regional Airport (SBN)

  • ر.ق.‏ 800 is the lowest price for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to South Bend Regional Airport flight. A return flight starts from ر.ق.‏ 653. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ORD to SBN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport to South Bend Regional Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.

  • Landing cheap flights from ORD to SBN is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from O'Hare International Airport to South Bend Regional Airport.

Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

  • When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • O'Hare International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near ORD? If you've booked an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to South Bend Regional Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at South Bend Regional Airport (SBN)

Getting from South Bend Regional Airport (SBN) to central South Bend

  • You'll find SBN at 4477 Progress Dr.

  • South Bend Regional Airport to central South Bend has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 20 minutes.

When to fly to South Bend Regional Airport (SBN)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from O'Hare International Airport to South Bend Regional Airport. August is the most popular month to head to South Bend. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • The warmest month in South Bend is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from O'Hare International Airport to South Bend Regional Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ORD to SBN in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC then.

Explore more of United States

  • South Bend has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres west of South Bend, a visit to Chicago will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in United States, consider Columbus, about 338 kilometres south-east of South Bend. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are highlights.

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