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$58+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — LAX
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Indianapolis to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$124
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$58
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$333

Good round-trip deal

$175 or less

Good one-way deal

$101 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 July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 9/2510:17 amIND - LAX
Nonstop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/2812:50 pmLAX - IND
Nonstop4h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$124
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 7/317:19 pmIND - LAX
Nonstop4h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/32:09 pmLAX - IND
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$125
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 7/249:59 pmIND - LAX
Nonstop4h 21mAllegiant Air
Thu 7/312:09 pmLAX - IND
Nonstop4h 00mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/1$130
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/274:50 pmIND - LAX
Nonstop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/610:34 amLAX - IND
Nonstop4h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/3$139
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sun 8/2410:27 amIND - LAS
Nonstop3h 54mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/298:55 amLAS - IND
1 stop9h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/146:11 amIND - ONT
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Thu 8/148:09 pmONT - IND
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 7/111:00 pmIND - LAS
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
Thu 7/2412:59 amLAS - IND
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$144
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Fri 9/1212:20 pmIND - LAS
Nonstop4h 04mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/1510:25 amLAS - IND
Nonstop3h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$148
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 9/188:44 pmIND - LAX
1 stop6h 43mFrontier
Mon 9/226:35 amLAX - IND
1 stop10h 24mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$148
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 8/151:37 pmIND - LAS
Nonstop4h 05mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/183:32 pmLAS - IND
Nonstop3h 36mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/2$151
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 9/2212:20 pmIND - SNA
1 stop10h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/287:45 amSNA - IND
1 stop7h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$155
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/67:10 amIND - LAX
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Wed 8/137:45 amLAX - IND
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$159

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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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to California that are best for you.

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Indianapolis

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisLos Angeles

IND - LAX

INDLAX

Indianapolis

Thu 9/25

10:17 am-11:55 am

Nonstop4h 38m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/28

12:50 pm-7:53 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$124

IndianapolisLos Angeles

IND - LAX

INDLAX

Indianapolis

Thu 7/31

7:19 pm-8:51 pm

Nonstop4h 32m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

2:09 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$127

IndianapolisLos Angeles

IND - LAX

INDLAX

Indianapolis

Thu 7/24

9:59 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

Los Angeles

Thu 7/31

2:09 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$130

IndianapolisLos Angeles

IND - LAX

INDLAX

Indianapolis

Wed 8/27

4:50 pm-6:14 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

10:34 am-5:39 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$139

IndianapolisOntario

IND - ONT

INDONT

Indianapolis

Thu 8/14

6:11 am-9:09 am

1 stop5h 58m

Ontario

Thu 8/14

8:09 pm-10:45 am

1 stop11h 36m

$143

IndianapolisLas Vegas

IND - LAS

INDLAS

Indianapolis

Sun 8/24

10:27 am-11:21 am

Nonstop3h 54m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/29

8:55 am-9:36 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$143

IndianapolisLas Vegas

IND - LAS

INDLAS

Indianapolis

Fri 7/11

1:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/24

12:59 am-10:45 am

1 stop6h 46m

$144

IndianapolisLas Vegas

IND - LAS

INDLAS

Indianapolis

Fri 9/12

12:20 pm-1:24 pm

Nonstop4h 04m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/15

10:25 am-5:10 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$148

IndianapolisLos Angeles

IND - LAX

INDLAX

Indianapolis

Thu 9/18

8:44 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 43m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/22

6:35 am-7:59 pm

1 stop10h 24m

$148

IndianapolisLas Vegas

IND - LAS

INDLAS

Indianapolis

Fri 8/15

1:37 pm-2:42 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/18

3:32 pm-10:08 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

$151

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to California (average of $246). Flying from Indianapolis to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 July 3, 2025.

When flying from Indianapolis to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Indianapolis to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,970 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,545 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,845 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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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 18 times in the past calendar month.

  • 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 Frontier ($58), Spirit Airlines ($68), and Allegiant Air ($78).

  • 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 (94%), Spirit Airlines (93%) and American Airlines (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Indianapolis to California? While on average our users pay $859, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $60. The most popular route (Indianapolis - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $115.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to California (average of $246). Flying from Indianapolis to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$102Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$120Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$192Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$210Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$212Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$249Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$268Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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