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$69+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Indianapolis (SAN - 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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — IND
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Indianapolis are usually found in September or January, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 3, 2025.

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$159
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$69
(Priceline)

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September

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$413 or less

Good one-way deal

$178 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/186:15 amSAN - IND
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/217:47 pmIND - SAN
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$159
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1811:21 amSAN - IND
1 stop10h 22mFrontier
Thu 8/218:59 pmIND - SAN
1 stop5h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$174
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:15 amSAN - IND
1 stop9h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/251:37 pmIND - SAN
1 stop7h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$190

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SAN - IND

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San Diego

Thu 9/18

6:15 am-6:42 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Indianapolis

Sun 9/21

7:47 pm-7:21 am

1 stop14h 34m

$159

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SAN - IND

SANIND

San Diego

Mon 8/18

11:21 am-12:43 am

1 stop10h 22m

Indianapolis

Thu 8/21

8:59 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$174

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SAN - IND

SANIND

San Diego

Thu 8/21

6:15 am-6:55 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Indianapolis

Mon 8/25

1:37 pm-5:56 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$190

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SAN - IND

SANIND

San Diego

Mon 9/8

10:20 am-7:59 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$69

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SAN - IND

SANIND

San Diego

Sun 9/28

6:15 am-6:42 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$79

San DiegoIndianapolis

SAN - IND

SANIND

San Diego

Fri 8/8

6:15 am-11:39 pm

2 stops14h 24m

$137

San DiegoIndianapolis

SAN - IND

SANIND

San Diego

Mon 11/17

6:15 am-5:41 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$140

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SAN - IND

SANIND

San Diego

Tue 9/2

1:40 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Indianapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Indianapolis

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Indianapolis, you should look to book at least 59 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from San Diego to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 SAN to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Diego to Indianapolis in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 62% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Indianapolis flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Indianapolis, such as Southwest, Hawaiian Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,545 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,094 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,284 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,270 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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 San Diego to Indianapolis?

    If you book a flight from San Diego to Indianapolis, you will be flying from San Diego to Indianapolis. Flights to Indianapolis (IND) from San Diego (SAN) take 3h 55m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from San Diego to Indianapolis per day from 7 airlines.

  • How popular is this San Diego to Indianapolis flight route?

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from San Diego to Indianapolis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Indianapolis round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Diego to Indianapolis round-trip from $159. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Frontier. Spirit Airlines is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $69. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Diego to Indianapolis for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    The cheapest flight price from San Diego to Indianapolis is $168. On average you can expect to pay $381. The most popular route, (San Diego - Indianapolis), can usually be booked for $159.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    The most popular layover on flights from San Diego to Indianapolis is Chicago. Dallas sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from San Diego to Indianapolis.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Chicago?

    If you're on a layover in Chicago and looking for things to do, consider visiting Magnificent Mile, River North, or Grant Park. Travelers on a layover in Chicago can visit Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park, by traveling 15.5 mi, 15.0 mi, and 16.2 mi, respectively after landing at Chicago O'Hare Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Chicago can rent one for about $64 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Dallas?

    Dallas travelers tend to visit American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower more than any other notable places. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower are located about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 15.6 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those landing in Dallas looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $53 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Diego to Indianapolis flights?

    San Diego to Indianapolis flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Phoenix.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Indianapolis?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from San Diego to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 7 airlines flying from San Diego to Indianapolis

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$117Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$158Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$225Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$332Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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