$69 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Indianapolis (IND)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Indianapolis (SAN-IND)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $69 for one-way flights and $138 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$138 Roundtrip, just found
$138
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $138 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Nov 8 - Sat, Nov 15
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$198 Roundtrip, just found
$198
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $198 just found
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 11
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$203 Roundtrip, just found
$203
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 4 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $203 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Fri, Dec 12
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$203 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Fri, Dec 12, priced at $203 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 10
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$208 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $208 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 18
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$208 Roundtrip, just found
$208
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Thu, Dec 18, priced at $208 just found
United
Tue, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 10
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$209 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $209 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 10
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$213 Roundtrip, just found
$213
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $213 just found
Delta
Tue, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 10
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$214 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$214
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Nov 4 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $214 found 3 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 11
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$224 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$224
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $224 found 3 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego (SAN) to Indianapolis (IND)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $130 - $468 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Indianapolis

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Indianapolis Intl. IND. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $299
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Indianapolis Intl.
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Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $299

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $69 or cheap return flight from $138 from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Traveling in December can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SAN and IND. You'll often find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
When flying out of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you can hop on a direct flight to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) with Southwest Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll take you from SAN to IND. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up a good deal.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
On average, you can choose from 3 direct weekly flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND). To expand your choices, consider taking a flight with a layover. Enter your details on Expedia and then set the filter tool to include one or more stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
The 12 PM departures from SAN to IND see the highest demand. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you're looking to save, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to IND?
Sunday has the most flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)'s first flight to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) leaves at approximately 12:00PM UTC-8. With a total journey time of 3h 55m, you'll arrive at around 6:55PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Flights from SAN to IND have an average travel time of 3 hours and 55 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 1,800 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SAN to IND?
Frontier Airlines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND), with an on-time rating of 100%. Use the Expedia App to see your flight status before you go and get real-time updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
To touch down at Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) on time, opt for a flight that takes off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Indianapolis from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) is the only airport in Indianapolis with direct flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). Compare your options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a flight from SAN to IND generally means paying more. While you may come across some last-minute offers, there's no guarantee. Be flexible with your travel plans to boost your chances of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to IND flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SAN to IND flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, having everything in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
In most cases, you're able to reschedule or cancel your SAN to IND flight. However, there may be additional charges, especially if you made your booking over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you need further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Indianapolis Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$138
Distance
1778 mi
Average flight time
7 hours 6 mins

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San Diego to Indianapolis Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Indianapolis

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Diego to Indianapolis are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Indianapolis with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Indianapolis

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Indianapolis: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Diego to Indianapolis

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Diego to Indianapolis in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $69 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Diego to Indianapolis flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Diego to Indianapolis airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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