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$50+ 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IND
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Indiana

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$158
(Frontier)

One-way from

$59
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$441

Good round-trip deal

$253 or less

Good one-way deal

$163 or less
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2412:54 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Sat 5/316:10 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 34mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$158
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/610:35 pmLAX - ORD
1 stop9h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/178:37 amORD - LAX
Nonstop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$159
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/175:30 amLAX - ORD
2 stops21h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/209:02 pmORD - LAX
1 stop14h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/126:15 amLAX - MDW
1 stop10h 53mFrontier
Wed 5/142:12 pmMDW - LAX
1 stop9h 23mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/278:48 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop6h 37mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/611:50 amORD - SAN
1 stop8h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$199
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/148:48 pmSAN - ORD
2 stops10h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/191:56 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$200
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/184:53 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 03mFrontier
Wed 7/91:40 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 20mFrontier
Deal found 5/1$204
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/256:15 amSFO - MDW
1 stop12h 38mFrontier
Sat 5/312:44 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop11h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$210
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/256:15 amSFO - ORD
1 stop15h 37mFrontier
Sat 5/316:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop13h 19mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/106:49 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop8h 51mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 6/147:18 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 48mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$211
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1411:45 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop9h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/317:59 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$213
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/36:35 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Tue 6/105:25 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$216

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Indiana that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Indiana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 5/24

12:54 pm-12:17 am

1 stop9h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

6:10 am-8:44 am

Nonstop4h 34m

$158

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Wed 5/14

12:41 am-6:42 am

Nonstop4h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/22

6:10 am-8:44 am

Nonstop4h 34m

$159

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - ORD

LAXORD

Los Angeles

Sat 5/17

5:30 am-11:36 am

Nonstop4h 06m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

4:35 pm-7:48 pm

2 stops29h 13m

$160

Los AngelesChicago

LAX - MDW

LAXMDW

Los Angeles

Mon 5/12

6:15 am-7:08 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/14

2:12 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$178

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Tue 5/27

8:48 pm-5:25 am

1 stop6h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/6

11:50 am-6:03 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$199

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 5/14

8:48 pm-8:55 am

2 stops10h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/19

1:56 pm-4:08 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

$200

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 6/18

4:53 pm-10:56 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/9

1:40 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$204

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

6:15 am-8:53 pm

1 stop12h 38m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/31

2:44 pm-12:09 am

1 stop11h 25m

$210

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

6:15 am-11:52 pm

1 stop15h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-5:19 pm

1 stop13h 19m

$210

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

6:49 pm-5:40 am

1 stop8h 51m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/14

7:18 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop4h 48m

$211

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Indiana (average of $297). Flying from California to Indiana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $361). 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Indiana as you normally would.

Rainfall in Indiana by month

Plan your trip to Indiana by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Indiana ranges from 2.3 - 5.1 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Indiana when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Indiana by month

Plan your trip to Indiana by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Indiana, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Indiana, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,406 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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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  • How popular is this California to Indiana flight route?

    This flight path from California to Indiana was viewed by 21 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    $59 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 Frontier and American Airlines, with prices starting from $80 and $101, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Indiana (average of $297). Flying from California to Indiana in March is currently the most expensive (average of $361). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$93Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$111Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$119Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$191Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$191Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$268Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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