What percentage of San Francisco to Indianapolis flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 19.2% of flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that a significant majority of routes on this journey involve at least one stop.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Indianapolis?

A direct flight from San Francisco to Indianapolis typically takes about 4 hours and 24 minutes, covering a distance of 3121 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, have a significantly longer median duration, averaging around 10 hours and 7 minutes. This difference highlights the time savings associated with direct routes.

How much do direct flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis cost compared to connecting flights?

Historically, direct flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis are more expensive than connecting flights. In the trailing 90 days, direct flights had a median price of $429, representing a 39% premium over connecting flights. Connecting flights, in contrast, had a median price of $309. Direct flights also made up a smaller share of the available routes, at 17.1%.

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San Francisco to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

A typical journey from San Francisco to Indianapolis takes about 4h 24m, including connections. While direct flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis are available, most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting. The overall median journey time reflects these connecting routes, which typically extend to 10h 7m, compared to 4h 24m for non-stop flights.

When considering cheap flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis, prices typically range from $308–$429, with a median of $309. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 30% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive options are regularly available.

For travelers looking for the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Indianapolis, May stands out with a median fare of just $155. January also offers more affordable options, with a median price of $239. October presents another opportunity for value, with a median fare of $309.

The route from San Francisco to Indianapolis covers a distance of 3121 km, classifying it as a medium-haul journey. This distance is well-served by various airlines, and new deals show up several times a week, providing consistent opportunities to find competitive fares for this route.

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Indianapolis

Regular price: $249 - $464

Prices for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $249 to $464. The current lowest deal is $249 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 27-Oct 31.

now $249

Low $249

High $464

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Indianapolis

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Indianapolis is May, with a median price of $147. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $1007. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $147

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,007

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May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

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Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

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Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Indianapolis

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⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Indianapolis

San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$742

$396

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

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SFO - Indianapolis

San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$737

$399

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

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San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$604

$402

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Tue, Sep 15

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San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$662

$402

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

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SFO - Indianapolis

San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$751

$400

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Wed, Sep 16

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SFO - Indianapolis

San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$737

$402

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$737 → $402

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$718 → $400

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💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for San Francisco to Indianapolis are near the typical level, with 30% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

May is historically cheapest at $155

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $155, followed by January at $239.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 24m

The typical direct flight from San Francisco to Indianapolis takes 4h 24m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 19.2% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on the San Francisco to Indianapolis route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis appear regularly, typically every 30 days.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a good option for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$176

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International Airport is the most convenient choice for reaching Indianapolis from San Francisco.

📍 ~13 km from Indianapolis city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$216

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International is a major international hub with more direct flight options, ideal for diverse travel needs.

📍 ~170 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$237

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis is between 28 and 59 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is approximately $255. Booking within 7-13 days of departure typically sees prices rise significantly, averaging around $949. Even booking 60 or more days out can result in higher prices, with an average of $314.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from San Francisco to Indianapolis is considered to be $308 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $309. Fares can go higher, with prices around $429 representing the upper end of typical costs in the trailing 90 days.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Indianapolis, with a median price of $155. January also offers lower fares, with a median price of $239. The annual median price for this route is $309, making these months notably more affordable for travelers.

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San Francisco to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Indianapolis

Regular price: $249 - $464

Prices for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $249 to $464. The current lowest deal is $249 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 27-Oct 31.

now $249

Low $249

High $464

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Indianapolis

May

Cheapest

Flights from $147

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,007

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Indianapolis

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Indianapolis

San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$742

$396

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Indianapolis

San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$737

$399

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Indianapolis

San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$604

$402

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Indianapolis

San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$662

$402

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Indianapolis

San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$751

$400

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

SFO - Indianapolis

San Francisco (SFO) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$737

$402

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

2 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 18

$751 → $400

47%

4 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 20

$737 → $402

45%

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Sep 19 - Sep 22

$718 → $400

44%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$718 → $402

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Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Indianapolis

San Francisco - Indianapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for San Francisco to Indianapolis are near the typical level, with 30% considered good deals.

📅 Best time to fly

May is historically cheapest at $155

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $155, followed by January at $239.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 4h 24m

The typical direct flight from San Francisco to Indianapolis takes 4h 24m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 19.2% of recent flights being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights

United Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on the San Francisco to Indianapolis route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis appear regularly, typically every 30 days.

San Francisco main airports to depart from

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a good option for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$176

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International Airport is the most convenient choice for reaching Indianapolis from San Francisco.

📍 ~13 km from Indianapolis city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$216

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International is a major international hub with more direct flight options, ideal for diverse travel needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

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San Francisco to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Indianapolis

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Indianapolis

Direct flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Indianapolis

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Indianapolis

San Francisco - Indianapolis route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

May is historically cheapest at $155

Direct flights take 4h 24m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

San Francisco main airports to depart from

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Indianapolis

Best Elite deals to Indianapolis

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

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

What's a cheap fare from San Francisco to Indianapolis?

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

What percentage of San Francisco to Indianapolis flights are direct?

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Indianapolis?

How much do direct flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis cost compared to connecting flights?

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San Francisco to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

How much is a round trip from San Francisco to Indianapolis

The cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Indianapolis

Direct flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

Last-minute flights going from San Francisco to Indianapolis

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from San Francisco to Indianapolis

Popular Airports to fly from San Francisco to Indianapolis

San Francisco - Indianapolis route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

May is historically cheapest at $155

Direct flights take 4h 24m

Connecting flights are dominant

United Airlines offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

San Francisco main airports to depart from

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Indianapolis

Best Elite deals to Indianapolis

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