Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
Indianapolis's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Indianapolis three hours ahead of San Francisco.
Flights from SFO to IND start at 10:40 — the first with United Airlines. The latest departure is at 23:35 with United Airlines. In total, you can take your pick of 17 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your SFO to IND flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Flying into Indianapolis (and then exploring more of United States!) is easy with United Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is United Airlines.
With a reliable 83.56% of services landing on schedule, United Airlines has the best on-time performance for SFO to IND flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SFO and IND:
Denver International Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Currently, R 1,477 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,726. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SFO to IND.
May is the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SFO to IND.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
When it comes to San Francisco International Airport's on-time performance, 77.36% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SFO:
Arriving at Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Consider booking a hotel near IND if you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Indianapolis International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget to explore Indianapolis and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Indianapolis International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to central Indianapolis
You'll find IND at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
Indianapolis International Airport to the centre of Indianapolis has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Indianapolis. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Indianapolis, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to IND around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Indianapolis. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United States, head for Columbus, roughly 274 kilometres east of Indianapolis. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are among its highlights.
