$92 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Indianapolis (IND)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis (SFO-IND)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $92 for one-way flights and $170 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 17
SFO
San Francisco
IND
Indianapolis
$170 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from San Francisco to Indianapolis, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $170 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 17
SFO
San Francisco
IND
Indianapolis
$175 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$175
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 9 from San Francisco to Indianapolis, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $175 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 16
SFO
San Francisco
IND
Indianapolis
$176 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from San Francisco to Indianapolis, returning Tue, Dec 16, priced at $176 found 20 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 20
SFO
San Francisco
IND
Indianapolis
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from San Francisco to Indianapolis, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $177 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 10
SFO
San Francisco
IND
Indianapolis
$177 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San Francisco to Indianapolis, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $177 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
SFO
San Francisco
IND
Indianapolis
$183 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from San Francisco to Indianapolis, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $183 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 14 - Fri, Oct 24
SFO
San Francisco
IND
Indianapolis
$184 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from San Francisco to Indianapolis, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $184 found 20 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Nov 3
SFO
San Francisco
IND
Indianapolis
$256 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from San Francisco to Indianapolis, returning Mon, Nov 3, priced at $256 found 4 days ago
Delta
Thu, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 24
SFO
San Francisco
IND
Indianapolis
$257 Roundtrip, just found
$257
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from San Francisco to Indianapolis, returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $257 just found
United
Wed, Nov 26 - Thu, Nov 27
SFO
San Francisco
IND
Indianapolis
$264 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from San Francisco to Indianapolis, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $264 found 9 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Indianapolis (IND)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $158 - $313 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 $370
IND
Indianapolis Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $370
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Indianapolis (IND)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Indianapolis Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$169
Distance
1939 mi
Average flight time
9 hours 35 mins

San Francisco to Indianapolis Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Indianapolis are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco to Indianapolis in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $92 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 Francisco 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 Francisco 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.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $92 or cheap return flight from $170 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Traveling in December can help you save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SFO and IND. You'll usually find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
You can fly straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Expedia's filter tool lets you easily compare airlines, flight times and baggage options all in one place. Tailor the search to your trip, then sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find the carrier with the cheapest SFO to IND flight.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
On average, San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) only has 1 direct flight to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) each day. For additional options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filters. Enter your travel details, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
More travelers fly between SFO and IND at 11 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to IND?
Jet off on a Saturday if you're after the best selection of flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
The earliest flight taking off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 11:15PM UTC-8. Board this plane and you'll land at Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) at approximately 6:31AM UTC-5. The total flight duration is 4h 16m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
It takes about 4 hours and 16 minutes to cover the 1,950 mi from SFO to IND.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to IND?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) without any interruptions. This carrier has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 83%. Want real-time updates? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
To avoid potential delays on the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**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 Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) is the only airport in Indianapolis with direct flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider your options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SFO to IND are generally more expensive. To secure the best rates, start searching for flights as early as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may land a cheap fare just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to IND flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a SFO to IND flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. Once you've selected your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras like activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
If you booked your SFO to IND flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal if you'd like more information.

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