Skyscanner home

Cheap Flights from Durham (RDU) to South Bend (SBN)

Compare Raleigh / Durham to South Bend flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to South Bend

Book the best South Bend fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Raleigh / Durham to South Bend

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $401. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
South Bend.$331 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in South Bend.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from South Bend on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $331, select.
South Bend.$362 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in South Bend.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from South Bend on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $362, select.
South Bend.$378 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Wed, 30 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in South Bend.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from South Bend on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $378, select.
South Bend.$401 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in South Bend.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from South Bend on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $401, select.
South Bend.$563 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Thu, 19 Nov, arriving in South Bend.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from South Bend on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $563, select.
South Bend.$1,063 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Raleigh / Durham on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in South Bend.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from South Bend on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Raleigh / Durham.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,063, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to South Bend

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Raleigh / Durham to South Bend flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from $1,063
Aug
from $401
Sep
from $331
Oct
from $362
Nov
from $563
Dec
from $378
Jan
Find prices
Feb
Find prices
Mar
Find prices
Apr
Find prices
May
Find prices
Jun
Find prices

Direct flights from Raleigh / Durham to South Bend

Raleigh / Durham to South Bend: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Raleigh / Durham to South Bend below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than South Bend.

South Bend

6km from central South Bend
ClosestCheapest
from $331
Search flights

Kalamazoo

84km from central South Bend
from $424
Search flights

Durham to South Bend: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$331
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Raleigh / Durham to South Bend: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Raleigh / Durham to South Bend is $331. 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.
2 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Raleigh / Durham to South Bend.
Delta and Endeavor Air fly direct from Raleigh / Durham to South Bend.
As of July 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Raleigh / Durham to South Bend.
The cheapest month to fly from Raleigh / Durham to South Bend is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport on Thursday, 24 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 2 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, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to South Bend.

Travelling from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to South Bend Airport (SBN): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RDU to SBN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Delta is your gateway to exploring South Bend (and perhaps some other great corners of the United States!). Check out the direct flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport offered by this popular carrier.

  • The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Delta.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between RDU and SBN:

    • Chicago O'Hare International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas Airport

    • Detroit Wayne County Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to South Bend Airport (SBN)

  • Right now, $204 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $331. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from RDU to SBN, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RDU to SBN.

  • Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)

  • When it comes to Raleigh / Durham Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near RDU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at South Bend Airport (SBN)

  • Reserve a hotel close to SBN if you're on a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a South Bend Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Budget, Alamo or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of South Bend and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from South Bend Airport about three weeks before your trip.

When to fly to South Bend Airport (SBN)

  • October is the most popular month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to South Bend in January.

  • The warmest month in South Bend is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to South Bend Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from RDU to SBN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've seen South Bend, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 113 kilometres west to Chicago to tick off its leading sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 338 kilometres south-east of South Bend, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.

Plan smart, explore more

Where should Australians travel this year?

What are the cheapest days and weeks to fly?

5 best premium economy airlines worth paying for

How to search for multi-city flights with Skyscanner

Plan the rest of your trip from Durham to South Bend

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.