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$86+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Oakland, CA (IND - OAK)

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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — OAK
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Indianapolis to Oakland are usually found in September or October, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) to Oakland (OAK). 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.

Round-trip from

$181
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$86
(CheapOair)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$377
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Oakland. 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.
Mon 9/812:20 pmIND - OAK
1 stop14h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/146:00 amOAK - IND
1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$181
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/306:30 amIND - OAK
1 stop10h 14mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/62:38 pmOAK - IND
1 stop11h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/2$289
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/251:37 pmIND - OAK
1 stop12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/26:00 amOAK - IND
3 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$290
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/255:45 amIND - OAK
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Tue 9/29:45 amOAK - IND
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$294
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/165:54 pmIND - OAK
2 stops8h 56mDelta
Sat 9/205:05 pmOAK - IND
2 stops12h 52mDelta
Deal found 7/2$299

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis to Oakland 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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Oakland that are best for you.

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Indianapolis

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Oakland

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Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisOakland

IND - OAK

INDOAK

Indianapolis

Mon 9/8

12:20 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop14h 12m

Oakland

Sun 9/14

6:00 am-6:42 pm

1 stop9h 42m

$181

IndianapolisOakland

IND - OAK

INDOAK

Indianapolis

Wed 7/30

6:30 am-1:44 pm

1 stop10h 14m

Oakland

Wed 8/6

2:38 pm-5:00 am

1 stop11h 22m

$289

IndianapolisOakland

IND - OAK

INDOAK

Indianapolis

Mon 8/25

1:37 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Oakland

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-11:30 am

3 stops26h 30m

$290

IndianapolisOakland

IND - OAK

INDOAK

Indianapolis

Mon 8/25

5:45 am-12:50 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Oakland

Tue 9/2

9:45 am-8:35 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$294

IndianapolisOakland

IND - OAK

INDOAK

Indianapolis

Tue 9/16

5:54 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops8h 56m

Oakland

Sat 9/20

5:05 pm-8:57 am

2 stops12h 52m

$299

IndianapolisOakland

IND - OAK

INDOAK

Indianapolis

Mon 9/22

12:20 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop14h 12m

$86

IndianapolisOakland

IND - OAK

INDOAK

Indianapolis

Wed 8/20

6:30 am-1:36 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$144

IndianapolisOakland

IND - OAK

INDOAK

Indianapolis

Fri 8/8

7:00 am-1:43 pm

2 stops9h 43m

$154

IndianapolisOakland

IND - OAK

INDOAK

Indianapolis

Wed 7/16

5:05 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$170

IndianapolisOakland

IND - OAK

INDOAK

Indianapolis

Wed 7/23

4:43 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops10h 12m

$244

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to Oakland

How far ahead should I book a flight from Indianapolis to Oakland, California?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Indianapolis to Oakland, California, you should look to book at least 27 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 Indianapolis to Oakland, California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Indianapolis to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 IND to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to Oakland. 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 typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Oakland, California at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 34% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. 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 Oakland. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to Oakland, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. 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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Indianapolis to Oakland, California round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Indianapolis to Oakland, California round-trip from $181. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $289, and Southwest, from $294. Spirit Airlines is priced at 53% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Indianapolis to Oakland, California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $86 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $144 and Southwest from $170 one-way.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Indianapolis to Oakland 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 Indianapolis to Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Indianapolis to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 Indianapolis to Oakland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to Oakland. 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$128Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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