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Flight deals from Indianapolis to San Diego

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Indianapolis Airport to San Diego? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £178. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.£82 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £82, select.
San Diego.£85 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £85, select.
San Diego.£89 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £89, select.
San Diego.£93 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £93, select.
San Diego.£108 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £108, select.
San Diego.£110 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £110, select.
San Diego.£114 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Dec.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £114, select.
San Diego.£115 per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 15 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £115, select.
San Diego.£142 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Indianapolis on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £142, select.
San Diego.£142 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Indianapolis on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £142, select.
San Diego.£148 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Indianapolis on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £148, select.
San Diego.£148 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £148, select.
San Diego.£184 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Indianapolis on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £184, select.
San Diego.£201 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £201, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to San Diego

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Indianapolis to San Diego flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Sep
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from £108
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Direct flights from Indianapolis to San Diego

Alternative Indianapolis to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Indianapolis to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

3 miles from central San Diego
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from £82
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McClellan-Palomar

30 miles from central San Diego
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Indianapolis to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£82
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 20 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Indianapolis to San Diego: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Indianapolis to San Diego is £158. 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 20 minutes is the average flight time from Indianapolis to San Diego.
Southwest Airlines flies direct from Indianapolis to San Diego.
As of June 2026, there are 6 flights per week flying from Indianapolis to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to San Diego is usually October.
If you're flying from Indianapolis Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 2.5 miles away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from £158.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Indianapolis Airport to San Diego on Wednesday, 7 October 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 20 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 San Diego 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 San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

Flying from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to San Diego: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 4 hours. That's the average time for a direct flight from Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego.

  • Indianapolis International Airport is located in Indianapolis. Following the UTC-8 timezone, San Diego is three hours behind Indianapolis.

  • With four departures a week between the two airports, Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most popular route. Hop on Southwest Airlines's 08:00 flight to get your trip from IND to SAN underway.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your IND to San Diego flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • You can book a direct Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego ticket. Begin your trip at IND and land at San Diego International Airport (SAN).

  • Southwest Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego.

  • Located around 13 kms (8 miles) from central Indianapolis, IND can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near IND. Whether you've booked an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • Of the flights that depart from Indianapolis International Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • You'll find IND at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.

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

  • £82 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is £158. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • To find cheap flights from IND to San Diego, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.

  • You don't need to check back constantly to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from IND to San Diego.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the centre of San Diego takes about 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 5 kms (3 miles) away.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.

  • Consider booking a hotel near SAN if you have a late flight from Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego. Select one of these options and make arrival day easier:

  • To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from San Diego International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from IND to San Diego.

  • You'll find SAN at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Central San Diego is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Disembark your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego and then keep an eye out for any airport signs directing you to the centre.

  • Following your IND to San Diego flight, unwind at a hotel close to CLD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:

  • Avoid the long lines and paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from CLD a few weeks in advance so you can just pick up the keys and get on your way.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego. To avoid the crowds, head to San Diego in December.

  • When booking your Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in San Diego, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 27ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from IND to San Diego in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 22ºC on average.

More about San Diego

  • Once you've booked your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to San Diego, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Diego:

  • San Diego Balboa Park and San Diego Zoo are a couple of top attractions to add to your San Diego must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at USS Midway Museum.

Explore more of the United States

  • Los Angeles is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen San Diego. Around 177 kms (110 miles) away to the northwest, its best attractions include Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl.

  • Phoenix is another standout destination in the United States and is around 483 kms (300 miles) east of San Diego. No journey is complete without visiting Camelback Mountain, Yayoi Kusama Fireflies Infinity Mirror Room and Heard Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Indianapolis to San Diego

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