Flying from South Bend Airport (SBN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from South Bend Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-6, which is one hour behind South Bend.
Every week, there are 66 South Bend Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 06:00 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 18:47 with United Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SBN to ORD 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.
Flying during a peak month like October? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Chicago (and then discovering more of the United States!) is a snap with United. This popular airline offers direct flights from South Bend Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
United is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
United is the most punctual carrier offering SBN to ORD flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from South Bend Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SBN and ORD include:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from South Bend Airport (SBN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
136 € is currently the best price for a one-way South Bend Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 209 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
To get cheap tickets from SBN to ORD, reserve your journey three months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from South Bend Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SBN to ORD is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from South Bend Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport.
Handy information about South Bend Airport (SBN)
You'll find SBN at 4477 Progress Dr.
Of all flights departing from South Bend Airport, 66% arrive on time at their destination.
Central South Bend to South Bend Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Have an early flight from South Bend Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SBN:
Arriving at Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're coming in on a late South Bend Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near ORD:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chicago O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Chicago and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Chicago O'Hare International Airport around four weeks ahead.
When to fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
July is the most popular month for flights from South Bend Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Chicago in March.
When booking your flight from South Bend Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SBN to ORD in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chicago. Around 451 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.
