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$65+ Cheap flights from California to Indianapolis (IND)

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LAX — IND
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheap flight deals from California to Indianapolis

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$111
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$65
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$438

Good round-trip deal

$359 or less

Good one-way deal

$194 or less
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From California to Indianapolis
One-way flight from California to Indianapolis
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Indianapolis.
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Cheapest flights from California to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/169:25 amLAS - IND
Nonstop3h 36mAllegiant Air
Mon 5/197:30 amIND - LAS
Nonstop4h 05mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/27$111
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/168:49 amLAS - IND
Nonstop3h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/197:30 amIND - LAS
Nonstop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$126
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/249:58 pmLAS - IND
Nonstop3h 32mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/17:55 pmIND - LAS
Nonstop4h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$133
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Wed 4/3012:58 pmBUR - IND
1 stop12h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/47:55 pmIND - BUR
1 stop14h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$170
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/135:45 amOAK - IND
1 stop6h 41mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/144:21 pmIND - OAK
1 stop9h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$171
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/86:45 amSNA - IND
1 stop5h 41mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/124:21 pmIND - SNA
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$189
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/12:50 pmSJC - IND
1 stop10h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/47:55 pmIND - SJC
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/87:58 pmSNA - IND
1 stop16h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1211:00 amIND - SNA
2 stops35h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2112:59 amLAS - IND
1 stop6h 48mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/245:40 amIND - LAS
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:15 amSAN - IND
1 stop5h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/114:21 pmIND - SAN
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$245
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/46:10 pmBUR - IND
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/82:42 pmIND - BUR
2 stops23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$246
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/161:04 pmLAX - IND
1 stop12h 26mSpirit Airlines
Thu 4/171:54 pmIND - LAX
2 stops30h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$248

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Indianapolis that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Indianapolis that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Indianapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasIndianapolis

LAS - IND

LASIND

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/16

9:25 am-4:01 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

Indianapolis

Mon 5/19

7:30 am-8:35 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$111

Las VegasIndianapolis

LAS - IND

LASIND

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/16

8:49 am-3:26 pm

Nonstop3h 37m

Indianapolis

Mon 5/19

7:30 am-8:35 am

Nonstop4h 05m

$126

Las VegasIndianapolis

LAS - IND

LASIND

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/24

9:58 pm-4:30 am

Nonstop3h 32m

Indianapolis

Thu 5/1

7:55 pm-9:01 pm

Nonstop4h 06m

$133

BurbankIndianapolis

BUR - IND

BURIND

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 4/30

12:58 pm-4:30 am

1 stop12h 32m

Indianapolis

Sun 5/4

7:55 pm-7:10 am

1 stop14h 15m

$170

OaklandIndianapolis

OAK - IND

OAKIND

Oakland

Tue 5/13

5:45 am-3:26 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Indianapolis

Wed 5/14

4:21 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$171

Santa AnaIndianapolis

SNA - IND

SNAIND

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/8

6:45 am-3:26 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Indianapolis

Mon 5/12

4:21 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$189

San JoseIndianapolis

SJC - IND

SJCIND

San Jose

Thu 5/1

2:50 pm-4:30 am

1 stop10h 40m

Indianapolis

Sun 5/4

7:55 pm-7:29 am

1 stop14h 34m

$199

Santa AnaIndianapolis

SNA - IND

SNAIND

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/8

7:58 pm-3:26 pm

1 stop16h 28m

Indianapolis

Mon 5/12

11:00 am-7:03 pm

2 stops35h 03m

$223

Las VegasIndianapolis

LAS - IND

LASIND

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/21

12:59 am-10:47 am

1 stop6h 48m

Indianapolis

Sat 5/24

5:40 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 50m

$232

OntarioIndianapolis

ONT - IND

ONTIND

Ontario

Wed 4/23

12:59 am-3:21 pm

1 stop11h 22m

Indianapolis

Thu 5/1

4:18 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$238

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Best time to book a flight from California to Indianapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Indianapolis

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Indianapolis?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from California to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Indianapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Indianapolis as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Indianapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Indianapolis. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to IND are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Indianapolis by month

Plan your trip to Indianapolis by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Indianapolis ranges from 2.3 - 5.1 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Indianapolis when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Indianapolis by month

Plan your trip to Indianapolis by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Indianapolis, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Indianapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indianapolis. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Indianapolis. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from California to Indianapolis. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Indianapolis from California?

    Indianapolis (IND), located 8.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Indianapolis.

  • How popular is this California to Indianapolis flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Indianapolis one-way?

    $65 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Allegiant Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $66 and $113, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Indianapolis?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Indianapolis?

    Before booking your flight to Indianapolis from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (93%), Alaska Airlines (93%), Malaysia Airlines( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Indianapolis?

    While on average a flight from California to Indianapolis is generally $682, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $136. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Indianapolis), you can expect to pay $248 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Indianapolis that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Indianapolis flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Indianapolis?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Indianapolis.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Indianapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Indianapolis by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from California to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from California to Indianapolis

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to Indianapolis. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$82Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$111Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$123Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$159Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$191Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$259Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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