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$77+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to California

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IND — LAX
Feb 17 — Feb 241
Tue 2/17
Tue 2/24
1 adult, Economy
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CheapOair
3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$156
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$77
(Trip.com)

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December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$389

Good round-trip deal

$330 or less

Good one-way deal

$238 or less
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 18, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Sun 2/154:49 pm
IND
-
LAS
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Wed 2/1812:59 am
LAS
-
IND
1 stop16h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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.
Fri 2/208:47 pm
IND
-
SAN
1 stop17h 41m
Frontier
Fri 2/278:35 am
SAN
-
IND
1 stop8h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 1/17$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/2310:05 am
IND
-
LAS
1 stop14h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/2511:46 am
LAS
-
IND
1 stop19h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 2/154:49 pm
IND
-
LAS
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Wed 2/1811:59 pm
LAS
-
IND
1 stop15h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 1/16$163
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2611:15 am
IND
-
LAS
1 stop13h 16m
Frontier
Tue 3/311:03 pm
LAS
-
IND
1 stop10h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 1/16$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 3/210:05 am
IND
-
LAS
1 stop14h 21m
Frontier
Wed 3/412:59 am
LAS
-
IND
1 stop15h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$166
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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.
Mon 4/209:00 am
IND
-
LAS
Nonstop4h 10m
Allegiant Air
Fri 4/2411:00 am
LAS
-
IND
Nonstop3h 28m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/17$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/1610:05 am
IND
-
LAS
1 stop11h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/205:30 am
LAS
-
IND
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Fri 2/137:41 pm
IND
-
SAN
2 stops17h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/208:35 am
SAN
-
IND
1 stop8h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 2/154:49 pm
IND
-
LAS
1 stop7h 37m
Frontier
Wed 3/411:59 pm
LAS
-
IND
1 stop15h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 1/16$178
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Mon 2/912:38 pm
IND
-
LAS
1 stop13h 19m
Frontier
Thu 2/127:30 am
LAS
-
IND
1 stop8h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 1/18$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/54:30 pm
IND
-
SAN
1 stop10h 38m
Frontier
Thu 2/126:25 am
SAN
-
IND
1 stop10h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 1/16$180

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis to California 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 January 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to California that are best for you.

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Return

Price

IndianapolisSanta Ana

IND - SNA

INDSNA

Indianapolis

Fri 2/20

8:47 pm-11:40 am

1 stop17h 53m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/28

12:25 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop28h 32m

$237

IndianapolisOntario

IND - ONT

INDONT

Indianapolis

Wed 3/11

8:33 pm-1:11 pm

2 stops19h 38m

Ontario

Tue 3/17

6:15 am-7:38 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$247

IndianapolisPalm Springs

IND - PSP

INDPSP

Indianapolis

Sat 2/14

3:42 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Palm Springs

Wed 2/18

11:30 am-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$253

IndianapolisLas Vegas

IND - LAS

INDLAS

Indianapolis

Tue 3/24

3:25 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 3/26

12:50 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 43m

$255

IndianapolisLas Vegas

IND - LAS

INDLAS

Indianapolis

Tue 4/14

7:00 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 4/17

12:36 am-10:46 am

1 stop7h 10m

$255

IndianapolisLas Vegas

IND - LAS

INDLAS

Indianapolis

Fri 5/29

6:50 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/1

11:59 pm-10:05 am

1 stop7h 06m

$255

IndianapolisLas Vegas

IND - LAS

INDLAS

Indianapolis

Sat 2/21

3:42 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/24

9:00 am-5:53 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$255

IndianapolisSanta Ana

IND - SNA

INDSNA

Indianapolis

Tue 2/17

3:55 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop8h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/21

3:23 pm-12:18 am

1 stop5h 55m

$257

IndianapolisLas Vegas

IND - LAS

INDLAS

Indianapolis

Thu 5/7

7:50 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/11

11:30 pm-10:31 am

1 stop8h 01m

$257

IndianapolisSanta Ana

IND - SNA

INDSNA

Indianapolis

Sat 2/14

3:42 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/18

6:45 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$257

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to California (average of $96). Flying from Indianapolis to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $156). 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 IND to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 18, 2026.

When flying from Indianapolis to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Indianapolis to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to California. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to California flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to California. 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 January 18, 2026.

The most flights from IND to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated January 18, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Indianapolis to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,262 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,262 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,262 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,075 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,262 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,176 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,262 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,160 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,262 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,347 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,262 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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

    For a flight from Indianapolis to California, you will be flying from Indianapolis. Indianapolis (IND) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this Indianapolis to California flight route?

    Flights from Indianapolis to California have been viewed 44 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Indianapolis to California?

    For as low as $253, Frontier can have you in California from Indianapolis in 8h 06m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1711 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Indianapolis to California are Spirit Airlines ($54), Allegiant Air ($60), and Frontier ($66).

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

    Most travelers choose Indianapolis - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Indianapolis - Los Angeles or Indianapolis - San Francisco when deciding on the best route from Indianapolis to California.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Indianapolis to California are Alaska Airlines (91%), Delta (89%) and American Airlines (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Indianapolis to California? While on average our users pay $921, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $128. The most popular route (Indianapolis - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $162.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Indianapolis to California 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 Indianapolis to California?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to California (average of $96). Flying from Indianapolis to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $156). 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 Indianapolis to California

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to California. 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 January 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$65Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$68Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$86Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$193Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$210Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$250Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$361Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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