Travelling from Indianapolis Airport (IND) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Indianapolis Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 40 minutes.
Los Angeles is three hours behind Indianapolis and follows the UTC-8 timezone.
Flights from IND to LAX start from 07:05 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 20:21 with Spirit Airlines. In total, there are 19 weekly Indianapolis Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your IND to LAX flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as October? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Indianapolis Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Los Angeles adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of the United States:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is American Airlines.
With a reliable 81.6% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating IND to LAX flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Indianapolis Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between IND and LAX:
Denver International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis Airport (IND) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Right now, 87 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Indianapolis Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 199 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from IND to LAX. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from IND to LAX.
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Handy information about Indianapolis Airport (IND)
IND is located at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
Of all flights leaving Indianapolis Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Indianapolis Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Indianapolis. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near IND? If you're boarding an early flight from Indianapolis Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Indianapolis Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LAX instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Los Angeles and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Indianapolis Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Indianapolis Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Los Angeles during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IND to LAX in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
Around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles, San Jose is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.