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$126+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco (IND - SFO)

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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Indianapolis to San Francisco are usually found in February or January, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$240
(Southwest)

One-way from

$126
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

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February

Average price

$397

Good round-trip deal

$384 or less

Good one-way deal

$303 or less
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 8/58:00 amIND - SFO
1 stop13h 20mSouthwest
Tue 8/195:15 amSFO - IND
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$240
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:12 pmIND - SFO
1 stop12h 11mFrontier
Sat 9/2010:49 amSFO - IND
1 stop25h 42mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$252
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/36:55 pmIND - SFO
1 stop17h 17mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/176:20 pmSFO - IND
1 stop7h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 9/312:00 pmIND - SFO
1 stop9h 52mDelta
Wed 9/176:15 amSFO - IND
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/11$257
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/217:06 pmIND - SFO
1 stop6h 47mSun Country Air
Sun 7/2711:57 pmSFO - IND
1 stop15h 09mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/9$265
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/36:05 amIND - SFO
Nonstop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/69:30 pmSFO - IND
Nonstop4h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/310:50 amIND - SFO
1 stop10h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/98:00 amSFO - IND
1 stop11h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$277
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/277:06 pmIND - SFO
1 stop6h 47mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/410:11 pmSFO - IND
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$380

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco that are best for you.

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IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Tue 8/5

8:00 am-6:20 pm

1 stop13h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

5:15 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$240

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Wed 9/3

6:55 pm-9:12 am

1 stop17h 17m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

6:20 pm-5:10 am

1 stop7h 50m

$256

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Wed 9/3

12:00 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop9h 52m

San Francisco

Wed 9/17

6:15 am-5:57 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$257

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Mon 7/21

7:06 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop6h 47m

San Francisco

Sun 7/27

11:57 pm-6:06 pm

1 stop15h 09m

$265

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Thu 7/3

6:05 am-7:50 am

Nonstop4h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 7/6

9:30 pm-4:51 am

Nonstop4h 21m

$269

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Wed 7/9

6:00 am-11:25 pm

1 stop20h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 7/16

8:53 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$270

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Wed 9/3

10:50 am-6:01 pm

1 stop10h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

8:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$277

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Fri 6/27

7:06 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop6h 47m

San Francisco

Fri 7/4

10:11 pm-11:11 am

1 stop10h 00m

$380

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Thu 8/21

8:59 pm-12:19 am

1 stop6h 20m

$126

IndianapolisSan Francisco

IND - SFO

INDSFO

Indianapolis

Wed 9/10

12:33 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$129

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Indianapolis to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Indianapolis to San Francisco in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 51% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to San Francisco. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from IND to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco, 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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Indianapolis to San Francisco?

    San Francisco is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Francisco from Indianapolis. Booking flights from Indianapolis (IND) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to San Francisco from 6 different airlines. 4h 45m is how long a flight from Indianapolis to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    This flight path from Indianapolis to San Francisco was viewed by 14 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Indianapolis to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $240, Southwest will fly you from Indianapolis to San Francisco and back. In addition to Southwest, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $256 and $257, respectively. You may be able to fly from Indianapolis to San Francisco for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $126 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $129 and Alaska Airlines from $135 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Indianapolis to San Francisco are Virgin Australia (80%), Air New Zealand (80%) and United Airlines (77%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Indianapolis to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,251, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $152. The most popular route (Indianapolis - San Francisco), is priced around $240.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Indianapolis to San Francisco?

    Indianapolis to San Francisco flights have a layover in Denver most of the time. Dallas sees the next most layovers on Indianapolis to San Francisco flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    The majority of Denver visitors spend their time at Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and Larimer Square. Those on a layover in Denver interested in visiting Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, or Larimer Square can do so by traveling 18.4 mi, 18.6 mi, and 18.9 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Denver can rent a car from Denver Intl for about $54 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Dallas?

    American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower are currently the most popular points of interest in Dallas at the moment. American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Reunion Tower can be visited by traveling about 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 15.6 mi respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those on a layover in Dallas in need of a rental car can book one at Dallas/Fort Worth for about $61.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Indianapolis to San Francisco flights?

    Flights departing from Indianapolis and landing in San Francisco layover in Chicago least frequently. Chicago is followed by Minneapolis in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Indianapolis to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 6 airlines flying from Indianapolis to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco. 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$163Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$269Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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