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$138+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to San Francisco Bay Area

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IND — SFO
Jan 19 — Jan 261
Mon 1/19
Mon 1/26
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area

Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 20, 2025.

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Tue 12/238:35 pmIND - SFO
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Thu 1/16:24 amSFO - IND
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$393
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/208:38 pmIND - SFO
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Sun 1/116:05 amSFO - IND
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$397
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/258:48 pmIND - SFO
1 stop6h 36mFrontier
Thu 1/16:24 amSFO - IND
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$413
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/257:20 amIND - SFO
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Tue 1/61:20 pmSFO - IND
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/18$419
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Tue 12/238:35 pmIND - SFO
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Fri 12/266:24 amSFO - IND
1 stop10h 29mFrontier
Deal found 12/19$442
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sat 12/205:49 pmIND - SFO
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Fri 1/912:40 amSFO - IND
1 stop8h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/19$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/258:00 amIND - SFO
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/2810:45 pmSFO - IND
Nonstop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/227:15 amIND - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:15 amSFO - IND
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$470
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/257:20 amIND - SFO
1 stop8h 25mDelta
Sun 12/285:50 amSFO - IND
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/18$479
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/198:50 amIND - SFO
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Sun 1/1112:55 pmSFO - IND
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$483
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/197:35 amIND - OAK
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Tue 1/612:38 pmOAK - IND
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Deal found 12/18$484
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/196:22 amIND - SFO
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Mon 1/512:46 pmSFO - IND
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/18$484

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Indianapolis

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San Francisco Bay Area

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Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Thu 1/15

9:58 am-12:07 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

4:41 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

$269

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Wed 5/27

7:30 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop4h 59m

San Francisco

Tue 6/2

9:00 pm-4:33 am

Nonstop4h 33m

$269

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Fri 1/16

9:58 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

San Francisco

Wed 1/21

4:41 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

$269

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Sat 2/7

4:34 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops9h 56m

San Francisco

Sun 2/8

7:40 pm-8:59 am

2 stops10h 19m

$274

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Thu 1/22

7:05 am-1:43 pm

2 stops9h 38m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

10:30 am-10:49 pm

2 stops9h 19m

$276

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Sun 1/18

4:35 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops9h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

10:30 am-10:49 pm

2 stops9h 19m

$276

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Wed 3/4

10:10 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 3/8

11:59 pm-11:21 am

1 stop8h 22m

$279

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Sun 2/15

6:15 am-11:04 am

1 stop7h 49m

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

10:25 am-10:47 pm

2 stops9h 22m

$281

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Thu 3/5

5:14 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop9h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 3/9

10:29 am-10:53 pm

2 stops9h 24m

$282

IndianapolisOakland

IND - OAK

INDOAK

Indianapolis

Fri 2/20

7:55 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 15m

Oakland

Tue 2/24

12:10 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$289

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

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $130). Flying from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $213). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 20, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 December 20, 2025.

The most flights from IND to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated December 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,021 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,099 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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

    Indianapolis (IND), located 8.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    Within the past month, 26 users have taken a look at flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    For as low as $269, United Airlines can have you in San Francisco Bay Area from Indianapolis in 5h 09m. Indianapolis and San Francisco Bay Area are separated by a distance of 1937 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $54 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $85 and Delta from $89 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Indianapolis - San Francisco, Indianapolis - San Jose or Indianapolis - Oakland when deciding on the best route from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    Consider United Airlines (85%), Virgin Australia (80%) or Air New Zealand (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $472 for a flight from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area. The cheapest flight overall is $189 while the most popular route, (Indianapolis - San Francisco) is currently priced at $241.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $130). Flying from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $213). 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 Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$240Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$284Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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