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Flight deals from Indianapolis to San Francisco International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $402. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Francisco.$398 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Dec, returning Thu, 7 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Sat, 12 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $398, select.

San Francisco.$402 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $402, select.

San Francisco.$402 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $402, select.

San Francisco.$404 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $404, select.

San Francisco.$405 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $405, select.

San Francisco.$406 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $406, select.

San Francisco.$472 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Sat, 5 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $472, select.

San Francisco.$522 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan, returning Sun, 10 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indianapolis on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $522, select.

San Francisco.$566 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $566, select.

San Francisco.$566 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Sun, 20 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $566, select.

San Francisco.$566 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Mon, 14 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 14 Dec, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $566, select.

San Francisco.$566 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Feb, returning Sun, 21 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $566, select.

San Francisco.$566 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $566, select.

San Francisco.$567 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $567, select.

San Francisco.$567 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Wed, 24 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $567, select.

San Francisco.$567 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $567, select.

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

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Indianapolis to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Indianapolis to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Indianapolis to San Francisco below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Francisco International.

Indianapolis to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$398
Cheapest month to fly	December
Average flight time	4 hrs, 57 mins
Most popular airline	United
Average flights per week	43

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

How much are return flights from Indianapolis to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Indianapolis to San Francisco International is $398. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Indianapolis to San Francisco International?

4 hours and 57 minutes is the average flight time from Indianapolis to San Francisco International.

Which airlines fly direct from Indianapolis to San Francisco International?

United, Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand fly direct from Indianapolis to San Francisco International.

How many flights are there a week from Indianapolis to San Francisco International?

As of August 2026, there are 43 flights per week flying from Indianapolis to San Francisco International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Indianapolis to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to San Francisco International is usually December.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Saturday, 12 December 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 57 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

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 San Francisco International 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.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

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

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International with?

Currently, Southwest Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

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

Around 4 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-8, which makes San Francisco three hours behind Indianapolis.
Flights from IND to SFO start from 05:30 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 19:43 with United Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 14 weekly Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your IND to SFO flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as October? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to San Francisco (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a breeze with United. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is United.
The most punctual carrier that operates IND to SFO flights is United. Its services arrive without delay 76.32% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between IND and SFO include:
- Denver International Airport
- Phoenix Sky Harbour Airport
- Harry Reid International Airport

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

$190 is the lowest price for a one-way Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start from $398. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from IND to SFO, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from IND to SFO.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Indianapolis Airport (IND)

You'll find IND at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
Of the departures from Indianapolis Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
Indianapolis Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Indianapolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near IND? If you're catching an early flight from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SFO instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore San Francisco and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

San Francisco International Airport to central San Francisco has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 35 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The quietest month for a flight from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in San Francisco is September, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Indianapolis Airport to San Francisco International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IND to SFO in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC and 16ºC then.

Explore more of the United States

San Francisco has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a trip to San Jose will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Fresno is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. No trip is complete without seeing Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.