$86 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Indianapolis (IND)

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Popular airlines from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $86 for one-way flights and $161 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$161 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$161
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $161 found 8 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 16
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$168 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $168 found 14 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 31
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$171 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $171 found 14 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 29
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$172 Roundtrip, just found
$172
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $172 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$174 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$174
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $174 found 14 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Sun, Sep 28
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$176 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Sun, Sep 28, priced at $176 found 6 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 31
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$177 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $177 found 14 hours ago
United
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$182 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$182
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $182 found 8 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Sat, Nov 1
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$217 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $217 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 18
SAN
San Diego
IND
Indianapolis
$237 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from San Diego to Indianapolis, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $237 found 10 hours ago

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

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $100 - $224 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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 $277
IND
Indianapolis Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $277
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Indianapolis (IND)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Indianapolis Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$161
Distance
1778 mi
Average flight time
7 hours 28 mins

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 September. 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 $86 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.

 

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 $86 or cheap return flight from $161 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 September 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.

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