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$80+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis (LAX - IND)

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LAX — IND
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Indianapolis are usually found in August or September, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Indianapolis (IND). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 30, 2025.

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$144
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One-way from

$80
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Popular in

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August

Average price

$392

Good round-trip deal

$188 or less

Good one-way deal

$106 or less
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis
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Fri 8/153:06 pmLAX - IND
Nonstop4h 03mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/2212:42 pmIND - LAX
Nonstop4h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$144
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2610:34 amLAX - IND
Nonstop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/34:22 pmIND - LAX
Nonstop4h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$154
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/108:25 amLAX - IND
Nonstop4h 05mDelta
Tue 9/165:00 pmIND - LAX
Nonstop4h 33mDelta
Deal found 7/30$157
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Wed 8/276:50 amLAX - IND
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Wed 8/274:50 pmIND - LAX
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$159
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Thu 8/72:09 pmLAX - IND
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/181:48 pmIND - LAX
2 stops13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$176
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Thu 8/72:09 pmLAX - IND
Nonstop4h 00mAllegiant Air
Sun 8/109:59 pmIND - LAX
Nonstop4h 21mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/30$191

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Los Angeles

Fri 8/15

3:06 pm-10:09 pm

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Fri 8/22

12:42 pm-2:02 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$144

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Tue 8/26

10:34 am-5:44 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

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4:22 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

$154

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Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

8:25 am-3:30 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Indianapolis

Tue 9/16

5:00 pm-6:33 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

$157

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Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

6:50 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 40m

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Wed 8/27

4:50 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$159

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LAX - IND

LAXIND

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

2:09 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Indianapolis

Mon 8/18

1:48 pm-11:58 pm

2 stops13h 10m

$176

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LAX - IND

LAXIND

Los Angeles

Thu 8/7

2:09 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

Indianapolis

Sun 8/10

9:59 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

$191

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LAX - IND

LAXIND

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

8:55 am-5:20 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$80

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Los Angeles

Fri 8/15

3:06 pm-10:09 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$81

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Los Angeles

Wed 8/13

6:15 pm-5:00 am

1 stop7h 45m

$94

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Los Angeles

Sun 8/10

2:09 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop4h 00m

$98

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The best insider tips for Los Angeles to Indianapolis flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to Indianapolis trip
Airports
LAX

If lines are long, use the Tom Bradley International Terminal for shorter security lines during morning and midday hours.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
IND

Use IndyGo Route 8 for public transport from IND to downtown Indianapolis, but expect a slow 50-minute ride.

Read more about INDby Barbara Noe Kennedy
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Barbara Noe Kennedy

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Expert on IND

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Award-winning travel journalist Barbara Noe Kennedy writes about destinations around the world—but her heart is in her home state of Virginia, where she’s always researching her next travel story.

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Indianapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Indianapolis from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Indianapolis

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Los Angeles to Indianapolis 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 LAX to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 July 30, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to Indianapolis at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 63% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Indianapolis flight should consider departing on Friday at noon 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 Los Angeles to Indianapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 July 30, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to IND are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of 1-stop itineraries from Los Angeles to Indianapolis on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $322.

What’s the fastest layover option from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Minneapolis (MSP) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 20m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Minneapolis (MSP) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 56m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Indianapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indianapolis. 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 Indianapolis. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Los Angeles to Indianapolis. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

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

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

    Indianapolis is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Indianapolis from Los Angeles. Booking flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Indianapolis (IND) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily flights to Indianapolis from 8 different airlines. 3h 58m is how long a flight from Los Angeles to Indianapolis will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to Indianapolis flight route?

    The Los Angeles to Indianapolis flight path was viewed by 32 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 flying from Los Angeles to Indianapolis round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Indianapolis, with prices starting at $144. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $154 and $159, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 63% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Los Angeles to Indianapolis are Southwest ($80), Spirit Airlines ($81), and Hawaiian Airlines ($94).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Los Angeles to Indianapolis on time: Fiji Airways (100%), Spirit Airlines (93%), American Airlines (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Indianapolis? While on average our users pay $724, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $63. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Indianapolis), is priced around $117.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Los Angeles to Indianapolis 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 8 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Indianapolis

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$90Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$105Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$117Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$183Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$190Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$264Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$290Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$374Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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