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$82 Find Cheap Flights from San Diego to Indianapolis

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Cheapest round-trip
$201
Overall average: $389
Frontier
Tue 4/21Fri 4/24
SAN - IND • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$382
Typical prices: $381-$533
Southwest
Mon 4/20Fri 4/24
SAN - IND • Non-stop
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Security lines at SAN peak at 30–35 minutes.
For budget travel from IND, use the IndyGo Route 8 bus.
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Indianapolis (SAN-IND)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Diego to Indianapolis that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Indianapolis

Tue, Apr 21 - Fri, Apr 24
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12:29 pm - 11:32 am
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44h 03m
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8:46 pm - 8:04 pm
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26h 18m
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$201Frontier
Tue, Apr 7 - Mon, Apr 20
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6:25 am - 7:42 pm
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10h 17m
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8:46 pm - 8:04 pm
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26h 18m
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$207Frontier
Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 19
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9:00 pm - 12:57 pm
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12h 57m
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6:01 pm - 12:11 am
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9h 10m
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$210Frontier
Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27
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6:25 am - 8:00 pm
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10h 35m
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12:34 pm - 8:04 pm
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34h 30m
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$215Frontier
Sat, May 9 - Mon, May 11
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6:35 pm - 12:57 pm
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15h 22m
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8:33 pm - 11:06 pm
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29h 33m
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$221Frontier
Fri, Apr 10 - Fri, Apr 17
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9:28 pm - 7:32 pm
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19h 04m
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8:46 pm - 8:04 pm
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26h 18m
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$228Frontier
Mon, Apr 6 - Fri, Apr 10
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19h 14m
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8:30 pm - 8:26 pm
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26h 56m
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$229Frontier
Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 19
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10h 35m
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6:01 pm - 12:11 am
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9h 10m
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$231Frontier
Tue, Apr 7 - Mon, Apr 20
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10h 17m
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12:34 pm - 11:34 am
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26h 00m
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$239Frontier
Mon, Mar 30 - Tue, Mar 31
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11h 56m
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8:33 pm - 12:08 am
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6h 35m
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$240Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Diego to Indianapolis flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Diego to Indianapolis to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Indianapolis?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Diego to Indianapolis clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from San Diego to Indianapolis, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Tuesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Indianapolis, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Indianapolis?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Indianapolis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Diego to Indianapolis is February, where tickets cost $305 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $474 and $421 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Diego to Indianapolis?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Diego to Indianapolis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Diego to Indianapolis, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Jennifer Simonson

Expert on IND

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$82
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Diego to Indianapolis

  • What type of flights are offered from SAN to IND?

    SAN to IND not only offers direct flights but also indirect flights with a number of 1-stop and 2-stop flights to choose from. These flights are most often offered by Delta, United Airlines, American Airlines, and Frontier. The layovers are usually in Minneapolis, Las Vegas, Nashville, Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, Dallas, and Detroit.

  • What are the travel options from IND to the city center?

    IND offers a car rental service with several car options to pick from. Just head to the Ground Transportation Center which is on the first floor of the Terminal Garage. There is also a scheduled bus service offering daily bus routes, a taxi service available at the curb on the Terminal lower level, Uber and Lyft service and Black Car Service, both available at the Ground Transportation Center.

  • What other cities are served by IND?

    Some of the closest cities to IND and within Indiana include Indianapolis, Plainfield, Speedway, Mooresville, Brownsburg, Greenwood, and many more. Likewise, you can choose to visit other major cities such as Cincinnati, Louisville, Lexington-Fayette, Chicago, and more.

  • Does SAN have a Lost and Found Service?

    Yes, it does. Confirmed lost and found essential items can be returned to customers via FedEx only or picked up from the SAN Lost and Found office on either Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday by appointment.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Diego to Indianapolis was $82 for a one-way ticket and $201 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Diego and Indianapolis?

    A passport is not required to fly from San Diego to Indianapolis.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    When flying out of San Diego you will be using San Diego. You will be landing at Indianapolis, also known as Indianapolis.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    Delta, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Diego to Indianapolis flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Diego to Indianapolis flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between San Diego and Indianapolis, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from San Diego to Indianapolis on on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Diego to Indianapolis, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Diego to Indianapolis are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $473 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $343 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Diego to Indianapolis.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Indianapolis from San Diego is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Indianapolis with an airline and back to San Diego with another airline. Booking your flights between San Diego and IND can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Diego to Indianapolis?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Indianapolis from San Diego up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to Indianapolis

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $176 or less one-way and $336 or less round-trip.
  • If you intend to park in the long-term lots at San Diego International Airport (SAN), there are complimentary shuttle bus services to take you to where you need to go around the airport. The terminal loop shuttle operates between Terminals 1 and 2 every day. Passengers with disabilities will also be given assistance but it is recommended to contact the shuttle company in advance.
  • For lactating mothers wishing to nurse and pump in privacy, SAN has 3 new Lactation Rooms fitted with comfortable seating, power outlets, and hand washing stations. The first room can be found on the west side of Terminal 1 on level 2. The other two are on the east side of Terminal 2 on the ground level and level 2.
  • Both SAN and Indianapolis International Airport (IND) have USO lounges providing a variety of services to active servicemen, servicewomen, and their families at no extra cost. The USO Lounge at SAN is located at Terminal 2 landside, East Floor, Gate Parking Lot whereas the USO Lounge at IND is located on the arrivals (Baggage Claim 3) level of the terminal.
  • IND airport has a business center situated between the Ticketing Hall and Civic Plaza. Some of the services offered include free Wi-Fi access, computer workstations with power outlets, and flight assistance. Business travelers also have a premium lounge, Delta Sky Club, with the same amenities and services available to them. It is located in Concourse A.
  • SAN has a program known as ‘Ready, Pet, Go’ where trained therapy dogs offer comfort and relief to travelers going through stress and anxiety often caused by traveling. The Volunteer Airport Ambassadors who are paired with the dogs as an extra eye for safety also offer additional airport information.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Diego to Indianapolis

 
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The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

8.0 ExcellentTobin, Mar 2026
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The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

I realize they are still working out kinks with the new boarding process, but by the time I boarded in group 5, most of the bins were full. All airlines should better enforce small bags and jackets going under the seats until everyone has boarded.

Flight boarded late after announcing on time boarding. Flight arrived only a little late despite late departure. Had trouble connecting to WiFi

The Southwest experience has definitely taken a dive from its early days. You can no longer deferentiate from other airlines. Air travel is too expensive. Southwest is no longer budget friendly. They have lost me as a loyal customer.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

The seats are now more narrow. I paid for front row the seats in the front are even more narrow than before.

The wifi on the plane is great. The only issue that I have is that I prefer an aisle seat and on my trips this week, I was either in the middle or window. If we can work to secure aisle seating, I will be thrilled. Nice trip.

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

I was in first class and literally the men behind me were so aggressively loud I moved myself to economy. This has become so common on Delta - people using audio without headphones, and men on 12am / late night flights drinking and yelling to talk to each other which prevents anyone around them from resting. Pretty crazy to have to move from first to economy (poorer service, less comfort...). Wild wild. Looking into other airlines.

Flight was delayed by 3-hours and their fix was… complimentary pretzels.

The crew, and fellow passengers, were super gracious and kind. There seemed to be plenty of bin space even though the plane was full. It’s nice to get a glass of wine with dinner in Premiere seating, and there was a lot of food.

Everything I mentioned earlier - the airbus was more comfortable indeed and the experience was further enhanced.

The plane was an older model, so it wasn’t as comfortable as others. The flight attendants were not helpful during onboarding. It was a full flight so there was chaos finding space for baggage.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Delta One is extraordinary. I fly business when somebody hires me. I just wonder why there is such a chasm between business class and the insanely inhumane and nonsensical coach. The seats are not large enough to fit even my tiny wife. We fly 10% of what we did because we don’t want to pay 5-10 k but for $400 it’s unbearable. It seems like the accountants took over and made stupid decisions. Screw in 20 extra seats and make it so unbearable that people fly 90% less. Just put the damn price up and put some proper chairs in. But business, yay.

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

The flight was delayed for about 2 hrs. Other than it, it was good.

I am extremely disappointed that delta internal pilot manuals now refer to the Gulf of Mexico as the “gulf of America”. You can bow down to the Orange turd on your own. I will never fly delta again

Seats are uncomfortable. This has been a trend in the industry for decades. Trying to fit more seats on each plane to increase profits at the expense of the passenger.

Staff were good. My seat was in need of repair, but for a short flight was not problematic. Usual basic snack and drink setup that you'll find on any US carrier. Over, a decent, basic flight.

Complimentary light meal would be appreciated. But great flight crew service on all legs

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Crew was great (professional, attentive, prompt). Snacks for 4 hrs flight is deplorable.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

Terrible. No customer service, no food, no drinks on a 6 hour premier economy booking.

Dloght delayed by 2.5 hrs . Common theme in my last four american floghts

They are rarely on time! Very hard to plan your travels when flights or connections keep getting delayed.

My seat was assigned last row behind restrooms No legroom’s I’m very Pettit Still was not comfortable Food choice was excellent

The chicken wrap was tiny ($13 for what looked like a 1/3 of a normal wrap?) and disgusting.

Mediocre would be best description. Food bland. Seat biz class uncomfortable to sleep. Crew never dimmed lights completely in an overnight flight to Europe. Would avoid AA if possible.

Small plane, poor meal choices for first class, bad terminal and boarding experience at LAX

Massimo, flight attendant was very authentic, attentive - wonderful. Food/wrap was just okay.

Experience was great. The best part is the free Wi-Fi connection which helps me to work on the flight

We lost a day of our vacation because AA did not get the plane to the gate on time. Even though the gate attendant was very clear that it was not weather related, AA would do nothing because there was some snow that day. They basically said the gate attendant was wrong even though she was on the front line of the situation and they were not.

The flight was fine. It's the satellite terminal that supports American eagle flights is what sucks. There is only one food option and everything there is way overpriced. I mean I know it's airport pricing, but it's even crazier than that. I bought a sandwich in a plastic container for $18.

There's no seats that lean back with little leg space i wad uncomfortable the entire flight. Your charges for extra baggage is despicable and costly!!

Remind customers of the need to have passport or new ID for boarding.

Flight was canceled. Most upsetting was message from Kayak, stating that the flight was canceled and click with Kayak for details regarding rebook, refund details. THERE'S NO INFORMATION PROVIDED BY KAYAK EXCEPT THAT FLIGHT IS CANCELED. AND NOW THIS SURVEY TO FIND OUT HOW WAS THE FLIGHT !!!!!!!

The flight never took off and we spent 7 hours at the airport

Gate not determined until I got to the airport - hard to plan the trip to the airport.

Our flight was canceled. I will never use Kayak nor Frontier for travel again. The entire experience was a headache.

Frontier.. nickel and dime add-ons. Flight late, on time, late again, last minute gate change, arrival gate required a shuttle to the terminal. They sure keep you guessing.. if you like a little chaos and airport anxiety, this is the airline for you!

It was ok. It was expensive to check 2 bags ($75.00 per bag), and then it took a long time to wait for shuttle to take us from one terminal to the terminal where the plane was taking off at LAX. And all of this for a flight where we had to pay for any food or drink that was not water.

When I wanted to check in 3 hours prior to boarding time, the employees mentioned “a little over an hour delay” so I waited for an hour then I went to go look for food in the terminal and most people from that flight were in the same area looking for food. Finally I decided after food to check to see if it’s anytime closer and now it’s 2 mins until boarding closes?! What are you kidding me? I didn’t receive anything via sms about boarding now nor via email or on the intercom. I luckily made it through, barely, and then there’s no room for my carry on mind you I’m in the very first row so I had to place my purse in one further row back and my carry on sections down. Not sure who pays for better seats to get your stuff placed all over the plane but that was the worst experience I’ve ever had flying with anyone.

This airline sucks. They offer low rates then charge you for everything, the app does not work well, the seats are the most uncomfortable. Maintenance issues on the flight, and you still have to sit through their credit card commercials. People are nice enough but does not make up for overall poor experience.

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