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$334+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis (SBA - 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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — IND
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis

Best flights from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 1/92:17 pmSBA - IND
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/103:45 pmIND - SBA
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Fri 1/98:45 amSBA - IND
2 stops11h 26mDelta
Sat 1/106:35 amIND - SBA
1 stop8h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/15$364
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Fri 2/132:38 pmSBA - IND
1 stop25h 18mAlaska Airlines
Sun 2/157:57 pmIND - SBA
1 stop20h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$400
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Fri 2/137:03 pmSBA - IND
2 stops11h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 2/155:11 pmIND - SBA
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$406
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 1/2812:59 pmSBA - IND
1 stop6h 16mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/319:00 amIND - SBA
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$407

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$359
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$334
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$613
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Santa BarbaraIndianapolis

SBA - IND

SBAIND

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/9

2:17 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Indianapolis

Sat 1/10

3:45 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$359

Santa BarbaraIndianapolis

SBA - IND

SBAIND

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/9

8:45 am-11:11 pm

2 stops11h 26m

Indianapolis

Sat 1/10

6:35 am-12:16 pm

1 stop8h 41m

$364

Santa BarbaraIndianapolis

SBA - IND

SBAIND

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/13

2:38 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop25h 18m

Indianapolis

Sun 2/15

7:57 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$400

Santa BarbaraIndianapolis

SBA - IND

SBAIND

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/13

7:03 pm-9:33 am

2 stops11h 30m

Indianapolis

Sun 2/15

5:11 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$406

Santa BarbaraIndianapolis

SBA - IND

SBAIND

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/28

12:59 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Indianapolis

Sat 1/31

9:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$407

Santa BarbaraIndianapolis

SBA - IND

SBAIND

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/3

6:30 pm-10:29 am

2 stops12h 59m

$334

Santa BarbaraIndianapolis

SBA - IND

SBAIND

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/3

6:54 pm-9:22 am

2 stops11h 28m

$442

Santa BarbaraIndianapolis

SBA - IND

SBAIND

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/3

7:39 pm-3:54 pm

3 stops41h 15m

$697

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Deals found on 12/16

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Indianapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Barbara-Indianapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis (average of $110). Flying from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis in November is currently the most expensive (average of $176). 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 SBA to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara 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 December 18, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
9,091 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Santa Barbara to Indianapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis?

    Departing from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis will take you 6h 42m. Santa Barbara and Indianapolis are separated by a distance of 1872 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $290 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Southwest, starting at $290 and $398 round-trip. American Airlines is 42% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara to Indianapolis?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis (average of $110). Flying from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis in November is currently the most expensive (average of $176). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Indianapolis

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$290Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$290Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$398Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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