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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis (IND)

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Jul 3 — Jul 101
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(Delta)

One-way from

$135
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$390
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis?

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis (average of $118). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 June 3, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 June 3, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,398 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,771 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,641 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,920 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco Bay Area 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 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, 12 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis?

    A quick flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis can take about 6h 22m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $308. There are 1919 mi between San Francisco Bay Area and Indianapolis. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. American Airlines flights start at $125 while deals on Delta start at $127 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 (86%), United Airlines (82%) and Air New Zealand (82%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $228. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Indianapolis) can be booked for $277 on average, our data indicates $433 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis (average of $118). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 5 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Indianapolis

Discover the top 5 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 June 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$139Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$178Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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