Indiana

$60+ Cheap flights from California to Indiana

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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IND
Mar 20 — Mar 271
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Cheap flight deals from California to Indiana

Cheapest flights from California to Indiana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Indiana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 18, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Tue 5/52:44 pm
ONT
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ORD
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Tue 5/129:18 pm
ORD
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ONT
1 stop18h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15$146
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/25:42 pm
SAN
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ORD
Nonstop4h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/96:20 pm
ORD
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SAN
1 stop7h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/16$162
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Sat 5/2310:45 pm
SAN
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ORD
Nonstop4h 33m
American Airlines
Mon 5/256:47 am
ORD
-
SAN
Nonstop4h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/14$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 4/217:29 pm
ONT
-
ORD
1 stop9h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/278:52 pm
ORD
-
ONT
1 stop18h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/17$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Wed 3/252:50 pm
SAN
-
ORD
2 stops16h 53m
Frontier
Sat 4/45:53 pm
ORD
-
SAN
1 stop8h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 2/16$165
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/68:37 pm
SAN
-
ORD
1 stop6h 38m
United Airlines
Sat 4/117:00 am
ORD
-
SAN
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/14$166
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/187:18 pm
ONT
-
ORD
1 stop9h 29m
Frontier
Sat 4/254:55 pm
ORD
-
ONT
1 stop7h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 2/15$166
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/153:12 pm
SAN
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ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
American Airlines
Sun 4/199:00 pm
ORD
-
SAN
Nonstop4h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/17$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Sat 3/145:42 pm
SAN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 17m
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed 3/188:20 am
ORD
-
SAN
Nonstop4h 42m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/14$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Wed 5/132:47 pm
SAN
-
ORD
1 stop14h 00m
Frontier
Sat 5/168:43 am
ORD
-
SAN
1 stop7h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17$169
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 4/217:29 pm
ONT
-
ORD
1 stop9h 18m
Frontier
Mon 4/277:43 am
ORD
-
ONT
2 stops42h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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.
Sat 4/116:25 am
SAN
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ORD
1 stop16h 13m
Frontier
Sat 4/184:55 pm
ORD
-
SAN
2 stops17h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 2/14$171

Find flight deals from California to Indiana

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Indiana flight deals. Data was last updated February 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$146
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$60
(Trip.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$467

Good round-trip deal

$214 or less

Good one-way deal

$148 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Indianapolis flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles-Indianapolis flights.
From California to Indiana
One-way flight from California to Indiana
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Indiana.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from California to Indiana.

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

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 5/9

1:59 pm-8:11 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/16

6:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$166

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Thu 7/16

4:49 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/20

6:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$166

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 5/16

1:59 pm-8:11 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/19

2:30 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$166

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Tue 6/30

8:32 pm-4:51 am

1 stop6h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/8

7:05 am-9:33 am

Nonstop4h 28m

$166

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 4/11

12:40 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

12:57 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop4h 36m

$174

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Fri 4/10

10:30 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/12

7:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$177

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 4/22

10:30 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/27

7:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$185

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 4/22

10:30 pm-4:35 am

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

2:15 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$191

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - MDW

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Wed 4/22

5:15 am-11:15 am

Nonstop4h 00m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

3:55 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$197

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - MDW

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Fri 5/8

12:30 am-8:42 am

1 stop6h 12m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/9

1:59 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$217

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Best time to book a flight from California to Indiana

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Indiana (average of $110). Flying from California to Indiana in January is currently the most expensive (average of $269). 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 CA to IN?

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

It’s optimal to fly from California to Indiana at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 65% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Indiana. Price data was last updated on February 17, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Indiana

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Indiana. 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 February 18, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to USIN are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Indiana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indiana. 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 Indiana. Reviews last updated February 18, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from California to Indiana to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Indiana. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this California to Indiana flight route?

  • How long is the flight from California to Indiana?

    For as low as $197, United Airlines can have you in Indiana from California in 4h. California and Indiana are separated by a distance of 1746 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $55 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Philippine Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hawaiian Airlines and WestJet, with prices starting from $158 and $302, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Indiana (average of $110). Flying from California to Indiana in January is currently the most expensive (average of $269). 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 California to Indiana

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to Indiana. 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 February 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$80Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$97Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$159Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$164Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$183Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$304Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$361Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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