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$65+ Cheap flights from California to Indianapolis (IND)

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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IND
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/510:02 amLAS - IND
Nonstop3h 32mAllegiant Air
Mon 12/88:00 amIND - LAS
Nonstop4h 12mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/2$114
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/111:16 amLAS - IND
1 stop7h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/158:00 amIND - LAS
Nonstop4h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/46:34 amSAN - IND
1 stop8h 50mFrontier
Thu 12/117:19 pmIND - SAN
1 stop7h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$130
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/410:20 pmLAS - IND
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Sat 12/612:22 pmIND - LAS
1 stop24h 21mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$132
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/46:34 amSAN - IND
1 stop8h 50mFrontier
Fri 12/121:29 pmIND - SAN
1 stop13h 30mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$134
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/56:00 amLAS - IND
1 stop10h 53mFrontier
Mon 12/811:19 amIND - LAS
1 stop26h 04mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/111:16 amLAS - IND
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Mon 12/159:11 pmIND - LAS
1 stop15h 02mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$138
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2112:58 amONT - IND
1 stop15h 22mFrontier
Tue 11/259:54 pmIND - ONT
1 stop12h 26mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$141
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2712:58 amONT - IND
1 stop15h 30mFrontier
Thu 12/117:19 pmIND - ONT
1 stop22h 06mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$142
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/217:48 pmONT - IND
1 stop20h 32mFrontier
Sun 11/237:52 pmIND - ONT
1 stop18h 36mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$144
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/208:45 amONT - IND
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Mon 11/248:09 pmIND - ONT
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$145
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Fri 11/217:31 pmSAN - IND
1 stop20h 49mFrontier
Mon 11/248:09 pmIND - SAN
1 stop14h 52mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$156

Cheap flight deals from California to Indianapolis

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Indianapolis flight deals. Data was last updated November 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$114
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$65
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$437

Good round-trip deal

$293 or less

Good one-way deal

$191 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($64 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Indianapolis 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 November 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Indianapolis

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Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasIndianapolis

LAS - IND

LASIND

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/9

10:08 am-4:44 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

Indianapolis

Mon 1/12

8:00 am-9:18 am

Nonstop4h 18m

$117

Las VegasIndianapolis

LAS - IND

LASIND

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/9

6:00 am-7:53 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Indianapolis

Mon 1/12

1:29 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$134

OntarioIndianapolis

ONT - IND

ONTIND

Ontario

Thu 11/27

12:58 am-7:28 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Indianapolis

Thu 12/11

7:19 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop22h 06m

$142

OntarioIndianapolis

ONT - IND

ONTIND

Ontario

Thu 11/20

8:45 am-6:26 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Indianapolis

Mon 11/24

8:09 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$145

San DiegoIndianapolis

SAN - IND

SANIND

San Diego

Fri 11/21

7:31 pm-7:20 pm

1 stop20h 49m

Indianapolis

Sun 11/23

7:52 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$156

San DiegoIndianapolis

SAN - IND

SANIND

San Diego

Sat 12/13

9:30 am-10:04 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Indianapolis

Sun 12/14

6:01 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$179

Las VegasIndianapolis

LAS - IND

LASIND

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 12/19

10:02 am-4:34 pm

Nonstop3h 32m

Indianapolis

Tue 1/6

5:15 am-5:12 pm

2 stops38h 57m

$198

OntarioIndianapolis

ONT - IND

ONTIND

Ontario

Sat 12/6

3:20 pm-9:53 am

2 stops15h 33m

Indianapolis

Mon 12/8

9:11 pm-11:27 am

1 stop17h 16m

$200

Las VegasIndianapolis

LAS - IND

LASIND

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 11/20

7:00 am-8:47 am

1 stop22h 47m

Indianapolis

Mon 11/24

8:09 pm-8:07 am

1 stop14h 58m

$208

Las VegasIndianapolis

LAS - IND

LASIND

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/21

6:22 am-5:43 pm

2 stops8h 21m

Indianapolis

Sat 1/24

6:35 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$228

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Best time to book a flight from California to Indianapolis

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Indianapolis (average of $110). Flying from California to Indianapolis in November is currently the most expensive (average of $158). 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 IND?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Indianapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Indianapolis at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Indianapolis. 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 November 4, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to IND 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 (2 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Indianapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Indianapolis (IND), located 8.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Indianapolis.

  • How popular is this California to Indianapolis flight route?

    The California to Indianapolis flight path was viewed by 54 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Indianapolis?

    For as low as $117, Allegiant Air can have you in Indianapolis from California in 3h 36m. There are 1585 mi between California and Indianapolis. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $71 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $89 and $115, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Indianapolis consider Los Angeles - Indianapolis, San Francisco - Indianapolis or Ontario - Indianapolis as they are the most popular.

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

    Before booking your flight to Indianapolis from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (100%), Delta (94%), Virgin Atlantic( 94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Indianapolis?

    While on average a flight from California to Indianapolis is generally $777, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $159. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Indianapolis), you can expect to pay $184 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Indianapolis (average of $110). Flying from California to Indianapolis in November is currently the most expensive (average of $158). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Indianapolis

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Indianapolis. 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$91Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$105Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$112Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$180Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$183Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$263Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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