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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 198 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Indianapolis.198 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 19 Aug, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 198 €, select.
Indianapolis.209 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 209 €, select.
Indianapolis.212 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 212 €, select.
Indianapolis.212 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 212 €, select.
Indianapolis.242 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 242 €, select.
Indianapolis.285 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul, returning Mon, 31 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 285 €, select.
Indianapolis.287 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Indianapolis.287 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Sun, 4 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Indianapolis.287 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Thu, 28 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Thu, 28 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Indianapolis.287 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Indianapolis.287 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Indianapolis.287 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Indianapolis.287 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Indianapolis.304 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov, returning Wed, 2 Dec.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 304 €, select.
Indianapolis.305 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 4 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indianapolis on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.
Indianapolis.305 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indianapolis on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 305 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Indianapolis

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Indianapolis flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from 331 €
Aug
from 198 €
Sep
from 209 €
Oct
from 212 €
Nov
from 242 €
Dec
from 287 €
Jan
from 287 €
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Apr
from 414 €
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Direct flights from San Francisco International to Indianapolis

San Francisco International to Indianapolis: Alternative routes

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San Francisco to Indianapolis: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found198 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week45

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Indianapolis: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Indianapolis is 198 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Indianapolis.
United, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand fly direct from San Francisco International to Indianapolis.
As of July 2026, there are 45 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Indianapolis.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Indianapolis is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport on Wednesday, 19 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Indianapolis but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Indianapolis is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Indianapolis.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Airport (IND): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport is 4 hours 30 minutes.

  • Indianapolis is three hours ahead of San Francisco and follows the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Flights from SFO to IND start at 09:38 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last departure is at 23:15 with United Airlines. In total, you can choose from 14 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport flights.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SFO to IND flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • United is your ticket to exploring Indianapolis (and perhaps some other exciting parts of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • United is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • United ranks as the leading on-time carrier for SFO to IND flights, with 82.88% of its services landing as scheduled.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between SFO and IND include:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Kansas City International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis Airport (IND)

  • Currently, 91 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 198 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SFO to IND. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from SFO to IND by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 78% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To get to San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you have an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Indianapolis Airport (IND)

Getting from Indianapolis Airport (IND) to central Indianapolis

  • IND is located at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.

  • Indianapolis Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Indianapolis. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.

  • Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.

When to fly to Indianapolis Airport (IND)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport is March, while October is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Indianapolis based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • The warmest month in Indianapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SFO to IND in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF) on average.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done Indianapolis, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 257 kilometres north-west to Chicago to tick off its must-visit sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Columbus is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 274 kilometres east of Indianapolis. No journey is complete without seeing Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Francisco to Indianapolis

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