South Bend to Detroit Flights

South Bend Airports

South Bend Airport serves the area of South Bend, Indiana. Flights from South Bend can be taken on many carriers, including Allegiant Air, Continental, and Delta. Located at 4477 Progress Drive, South Bend, the airport has many amenities that suit patrons. For low-cost flights, look on Orbitz.com.

Parking at the Airport

Short-term parking at the airport is free for the first 30 minutes. For the next half hour, you'll pay $2. Each additional hour is $2, and the 24-hour maximum rate is $13. For long-term parking, you will pay $1 for the first hour, $1 for each additional hour, and a maximum of $9 per day. Economy parking is also available, and this lot is the furthest lot from the building. Each hour costs only $1. The 24-hour maximum charge is $8, and the weekly maximum is $40. The 18-hour parking lot costs $1 per hour, but you can't park overnight. Valet parking is also available. Valet parking is $5 for one hour and $13 for up to 24 hours.

Transportation to and from the Airport

You can get to and from the airport by bus, taxi, car rental, or the South Shore train. Buses include Greyhound and Coach USA, along with others. Some taxi companies include ABC Cab, Blue Ribbon Taxi, and City Cab. Avis, Alamo, and other rental cars are available. The South Shore train travels between Chicago and the airport. When you take the train, a one-way ticket can cost between $8.75 and $12.

International Airport Restaurants

At South Bend Airport, there is the Flight Deck Deli and Bar, as well as the SBN Deli/Lounge. The Flight Deck Deli and Bar is open from 4:30 a.m. until the last flight departs. The SBN Deli/Lounge is open from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Find sales on flights from South Bend on Orbitz.com.

Traveling to Detroit

Orbitz.com can get you cheap flights to Detroit easily by scanning its list of hundreds of airline flights to and from the area, as well as getting you sales on a hotel room and transportation.

Airports in the Area

Detroit is served by Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Bishop International Airport. Wayne County Airport is located in the suburb of Romulus, 21 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. Currently, Delta Airlines carries the majority of the traffic. Orbitz.com works closely with the airline to get the best deals for flights.

Transportation in Detroit

Bus routes 125 and 280 run to and from the airport once per hour. You can take the bus to anywhere in metropolitan Detroit; terminals are scattered throughout the city. The airport also has a rental car service. Located next to I-94, you can use a rental car to travel to Detroit and the surrounding cities. Booking rental car service is easy with Orbitz.com.

Detroit Climate Expectations

Detroit has extreme temperature variations, from upwards of 90 degrees in the summer to below zero in the winter. If you visit during the winter, expect moderate snowfall in January, and bring warm clothing, such as hats, gloves, and earmuffs to protect yourself from frostbite.

Things to Do in Detroit

The city got its nickname of "Motown" partially from the motor industry but also from its culture of soul music. Take some time out to attend the Detroit International Jazz Festival, or visit the Detroit Theatre District to attend a live Broadway show. In addition to finding cheap flights to Detroit, Orbitz.com can give you addresses of low-cost hotels near popular tourist attractions.