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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IND
Feb 15 — Feb 221
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Cheap flight deals from California to Indiana

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Indiana flight deals. Data was last updated January 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$157
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$60
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$449

Good round-trip deal

$304 or less

Good one-way deal

$273 or less
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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. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 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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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 January 16, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/45:42 pm
SAN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/188:20 am
ORD
-
SAN
Nonstop4h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/13$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Mon 2/238:20 pm
SAN
-
ORD
2 stops17h 32m
Frontier
Tue 3/39:15 am
ORD
-
SAN
1 stop13h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 1/15$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 3/25:42 pm
SAN
-
ORD
Nonstop4h 17m
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed 3/184:10 pm
ORD
-
SAN
Nonstop4h 45m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/13$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 2/1211:59 am
SAN
-
ORD
1 stop9h 15m
Frontier
Sun 2/156:03 pm
ORD
-
SAN
1 stop8h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/138:20 pm
SAN
-
ORD
2 stops24h 19m
Frontier
Mon 2/236:00 am
ORD
-
SAN
1 stop12h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 1/13$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Tue 2/108:00 am
SAN
-
ORD
1 stop7h 58m
Frontier
Tue 2/178:10 am
ORD
-
SAN
1 stop14h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Sat 2/148:21 am
ONT
-
ORD
1 stop12h 56m
Frontier
Mon 2/236:00 am
ORD
-
ONT
2 stops13h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 1/15$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/208:35 am
SAN
-
ORD
2 stops21h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/249:05 am
ORD
-
SAN
1 stop13h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$163
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/288:00 am
SAN
-
ORD
1 stop6h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/73:07 pm
ORD
-
SAN
Nonstop4h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$164
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/218:21 am
ONT
-
ORD
1 stop12h 56m
Frontier
Thu 2/264:16 pm
ORD
-
ONT
1 stop9h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 1/15$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Thu 2/126:25 am
SAN
-
ORD
1 stop14h 49m
Frontier
Tue 2/178:10 am
ORD
-
SAN
1 stop14h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 1/15$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 2/129:16 pm
LAX
-
MDW
2 stops14h 37m
Frontier
Mon 2/168:58 pm
MDW
-
LAX
1 stop20h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$165

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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 January 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Indiana that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Indiana

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Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Tue 2/24

5:42 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/10

3:07 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$157

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 3/11

10:30 pm-4:29 am

Nonstop3h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/13

7:55 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$167

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 3/4

8:35 am-2:58 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

3:07 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$167

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Fri 5/1

10:40 pm-4:45 am

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/3

7:10 am-9:47 am

Nonstop4h 37m

$177

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Thu 2/12

5:42 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/15

3:07 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$177

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Thu 5/21

12:51 am-6:46 am

Nonstop3h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/25

6:00 am-8:34 am

Nonstop4h 34m

$179

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Tue 2/10

7:00 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

6:20 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$197

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Thu 3/5

6:15 am-4:33 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

4:10 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$197

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Mon 2/23

3:40 pm-12:26 am

1 stop6h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

8:47 am-11:38 am

Nonstop4h 51m

$197

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Thu 4/16

8:39 pm-6:08 am

1 stop7h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/21

8:20 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

$197

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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 $236). 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 January 16, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Indiana at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 66% 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 January 10, 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 January 16, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to USIN are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 January 16, 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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

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 $179, Alaska Airlines can have you in Indiana from California in 3h 55m. California and Indiana are separated by a distance of 1740 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    $52 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Allegiant Air and Frontier, with prices starting from $60 and $71, 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 $236). 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 January 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$80Average$166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$91Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$128Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$164Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$183Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$304Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$361Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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