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Carry-On or Checked: The Right Choice for Your Luggage

February 15, 2021

Chances are, you’ve seen that person at the airport who’s desperately switching clothes and items from one bag to another. You’ve likely witnessed some passengers flattening their bags to fit one more carry-on item or tossing out unnecessary items to trim a bag’s weight for check-in.  Achieving total luggage confidence before arriving at the airport…

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Holiday air travel: flying safely

December 18, 2020

The holiday season is now in full swing. People are traveling now more than in the past 9 months. So today, we’re going to talk about how employees at South Bend International Airport are keeping terminals and planes safe for holiday travel.   Earlier this year, we posted a blog detailing how South Bend International Airport…

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AirBnB or VRBO for your next trip

October 8, 2020

With travel slowly returning since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, people across the country are dreaming about their next trip. In a recent blog we talked about vacation destinations for the end of summer and into fall. Today, we’d like to talk about where you should stay once you’re there.  South Bend International Airport…

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Where to go for your fall vacation?

September 15, 2020

People across the country are once again looking at their calendars to plan their next trip. Those of you working from home might be considering a destination from which you can enjoy nature while still logging into your email. On the other hand, some of you may have had to delay your summer vacations due…

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Real ID: What to Know Before Booking Your Flight

January 15, 2020

Before boarding your next flight, it’s important to remember proper identification, and if your fall plans involve flying you’ll need to add a Real ID to the list. Beginning May 3, 2023, all flights will require every adult to provide a Real ID-compliant or state-issued enhanced driver’s license.  The countdown is on…  Will your license…

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Kids Traveling Alone? Here’s How to Ensure a Smooth Ride

December 12, 2019

Planning and preparing for a trip can be taxing, but sending an unaccompanied child to fly alone can be particularly stressful. Each of our airlines takes special precautions to ensure that your child is safe and comfortable throughout their first flight on their own. What are my choices? Before sending your child on an unaccompanied…

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Hometown Hub: Flying Easy with South Bend

November 27, 2019

Not a lot of airports offer stress-free travel. Most have long TSA lines that cause unnecessary anxiety. Others have confusing terminal layouts that make it hard to find where you need to be. Some have shuttles you need to take to arrive at your terminal. And then there’s us, South Bend International Airport (SBN) –…

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Where to Eat at South Bend International Airport

October 17, 2019

Need to grab a bite before boarding your flight? At South Bend International Airport (SBN) you can forget about gift shop snacking (unless that’s your thing); our airport features a variety of amenities and dining options that even the pickiest eaters can enjoy.  Dive into the tastes of South Bend whether you’re making a pitstop…

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Stress Less: Traveling Made Easy at South Bend

September 30, 2019

Looking to cut the stress of traveling in half and get to your destination faster? When it comes to selecting your connection flight, less is definitely more at South Bend International Airport (SBN). Our humble terminal offers all the amenities of traveling BIG without the hassle of the big lines. Whether you’re traveling with the…

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Experience Better Amenities and Accommodations with SBN

September 9, 2019

South Bend International Airport (SBN) has its fair share of amenities, whether you’re interested in a tasty bite before your flight, somewhere for your travel companion to relieve itself, or you just simply need special accommodations — SBN has it handled. SBN’s Wide Range of Amenities Everything you’ve come to expect from a larger airport,…

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South Bend Airport Connects You to Your Next Family Vacation

August 22, 2019

We’re growing our list of nonstop flights! Starting in November, we’ll offer nonstop flights to Sarasota/Bradenton through our partnership with Allegiant. Now’s the perfect time to consider taking a vacation to warmer weather this fall with your family. South Bend International Airport (SBN) provides nonstop flights to vacation destinations worldwide, perfect for you and your…

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SBN, Your Family Friendly Airport

July 29, 2019

We’ve discussed the numerous benefits of choosing South Bend International Airport (SBN) over larger airports in the region — like better pricing, parking and commuting for starters — but something we’re often asked is, Is SBN family-friendly? To which we say, of course! Whether you’re a family of four, or trying to plan a vacation…

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