Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to South Bend

1 airline flys nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to South Bend Rgnl (SBN). It's 156 miles (251 km), about 1h 3m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
SBN
South Bend Rgnl
🇺🇸 South Bend, USA
Flight Time
1h 3m
Distance
156 mi
251 km
CO₂/pax
29 kg
−55 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
DTW → SBN
Flight Time
1h 3m
Distance
156 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Detroit to South Bend with one stop · direct emits 29 kg CO₂ per passenger

DTW ORD (Chicago) SBN
Leg 1: 1h 30m (234 mi) Leg 2: 1h 2m (84 mi) Total: ~2h 32m 🍃 84 kg CO₂ (+190% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → ORD
1h 30m · 234 mi
View DTW to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → SBN
1h 2m · 84 mi
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DTW MSP (Minneapolis) SBN
Leg 1: 1h 51m (528 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (411 mi) Total: ~3h 27m 🍃 199 kg CO₂ (+586% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → MSP
1h 51m · 528 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → SBN
1h 36m · 411 mi
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DTW IAD (Dulles) SBN
Leg 1: 1h 32m (383 mi) Leg 2: 1h 58m (505 mi) Total: ~3h 30m 🍃 189 kg CO₂ (+552% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → IAD
1h 32m · 383 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → SBN
1h 58m · 505 mi
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DTW DCA (Washington) SBN
Leg 1: 1h 34m (405 mi) Leg 2: 1h 58m (527 mi) Total: ~3h 32m 🍃 198 kg CO₂ (+583% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → DCA
1h 34m · 405 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → SBN
1h 58m · 527 mi
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DTW CLT (Charlotte) SBN
Leg 1: 1h 54m (499 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (533 mi) Total: ~3h 57m 🍃 216 kg CO₂ (+645% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → CLT
1h 54m · 499 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → SBN
2h 3m · 533 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Detroit to South Bend?

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to South Bend (SBN) takes approximately 1 hours and 3 minutes. The distance is 156 miles (251 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to South Bend?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Detroit to South Bend?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Detroit from South Bend?

The flight distance from Detroit to South Bend is 156 miles (251 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Detroit to South Bend?

At 1h 3m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Detroit to South Bend?

Roughly 29 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 145 km.

Is the return flight from South Bend to Detroit also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to South Bend?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.