Indianapolis to San Diego (IND–SAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
IND–SAN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,779 miles in approximately 4h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 11 | 738, 73H, 7M8, B38M | 4h07-4h15 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San Diego from Indianapolis
| Metric | IND→SAN | CVG→SAN | DAY→SAN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IND | – | 98 mi | 111 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 11 | 3 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 13m | 4h 47m | 3h 53m |
| Departure OTP | 94% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IND: EDT · SAN: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Indianapolis, it's 3:00 PM in San Diego.
IND–SAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IND to SAN
Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 11 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
IND to SAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IND to SAN is about 4 hours 13 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,779 miles (2,862 km). There are approximately 11 weekly flights outbound and 9 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Phoenix Sky Harbor, Denver and Dallas Love Field. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cincinnati / Covington (CVG), Dayton (DAY) and Louisville (SDF).