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$78+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 10/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — IND
Aug 8 — Aug 151
Fri 8/8
Fri 8/15
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis flight deals. Data was last updated August 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$202
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$78
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$386
From San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 3, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:00 amOAK - IND
1 stop9h 55mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/811:48 amIND - OAK
1 stop14h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/3$202
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 9/116:35 amSJC - IND
1 stop9h 53mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/1511:48 amIND - SJC
1 stop11h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/1$209
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/106:00 amSJC - IND
1 stop8h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/124:16 pmIND - SJC
1 stop22h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1$252
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1412:18 pmSJC - IND
1 stop9h 25mFrontier
Sun 8/176:00 amIND - SJC
1 stop8h 22mFrontier
Deal found 8/1$258
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/226:00 amOAK - IND
1 stop6h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/251:37 pmIND - OAK
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2$265
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/510:10 amSFO - IND
Nonstop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/76:05 amIND - SFO
Nonstop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/1$269
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/166:37 amSFO - IND
1 stop15h 06mFrontier
Fri 8/228:59 pmIND - SFO
1 stop6h 20mFrontier
Deal found 8/2$270
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/510:00 amOAK - IND
1 stop9h 45mSouthwest
Tue 9/96:15 pmIND - OAK
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/1$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/256:15 amSFO - IND
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Tue 12/25:15 pmIND - SFO
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Deal found 8/1$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:15 amSFO - IND
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/104:40 pmIND - SFO
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/2$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/59:25 amSFO - IND
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Mon 11/106:00 amIND - SFO
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/2$294
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/82:22 pmSFO - IND
2 stops11h 48mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/226:55 pmIND - SFO
1 stop8h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/1$302

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Indianapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandIndianapolis

OAK - IND

OAKIND

Oakland

Thu 8/28

6:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Indianapolis

Mon 9/8

11:48 am-11:32 pm

1 stop14h 44m

$202

San JoseIndianapolis

SJC - IND

SJCIND

San Jose

Thu 9/11

6:35 am-7:28 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Indianapolis

Mon 9/15

11:48 am-8:00 pm

1 stop11h 12m

$209

San JoseIndianapolis

SJC - IND

SJCIND

San Jose

Fri 10/10

6:00 am-5:32 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Indianapolis

Sun 10/12

4:16 pm-11:32 am

1 stop22h 16m

$252

San JoseIndianapolis

SJC - IND

SJCIND

San Jose

Thu 8/14

12:18 pm-12:43 am

1 stop9h 25m

Indianapolis

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 22m

$258

OaklandIndianapolis

OAK - IND

OAKIND

Oakland

Fri 8/22

6:00 am-3:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Indianapolis

Mon 8/25

1:37 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$265

San FranciscoIndianapolis

SFO - IND

SFOIND

San Francisco

Fri 9/5

10:10 am-5:35 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Indianapolis

Sun 9/7

6:05 am-7:50 am

Nonstop4h 45m

$269

San FranciscoIndianapolis

SFO - IND

SFOIND

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

6:37 am-12:43 am

1 stop15h 06m

Indianapolis

Fri 8/22

8:59 pm-12:19 am

1 stop6h 20m

$270

OaklandIndianapolis

OAK - IND

OAKIND

Oakland

Fri 9/5

10:00 am-10:45 pm

1 stop9h 45m

Indianapolis

Tue 9/9

6:15 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$289

San FranciscoIndianapolis

SFO - IND

SFOIND

San Francisco

Tue 10/21

10:57 pm-9:53 am

1 stop7h 56m

Indianapolis

Sun 10/26

8:04 pm-12:05 am

1 stop7h 01m

$289

San FranciscoIndianapolis

SFO - IND

SFOIND

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

5:15 am-7:30 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Indianapolis

Mon 8/25

7:55 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$294

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 3, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 3, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH to IND are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 August 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
7,985 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
2,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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
8,905 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Indianapolis from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most people fly into Indianapolis (IND) if they book a flight to Indianapolis from San Francisco Bay Area. Indianapolis is conveniently located just 8.3 mi from Indianapolis’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis flight route?

    Within the past month, 9 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $78. Frontier flights start at $127 while deals on Hawaiian Airlines start at $144 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis?

    The most popular route from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis is San Francisco - Indianapolis. You may also consider San Jose - Indianapolis or Oakland - Indianapolis.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis are Virgin Australia (75%), United Airlines (75%) and Air New Zealand (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $318. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Indianapolis) can be booked for $264 on average our data indicates $845 when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$128Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$287Average$712FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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