domestic · 4h 31m · 2,911 km
Indianapolis to Los Angeles
2 airlines · 2 aircraft ranked
In economy, American's Main Cabin (A321neo) edges out the field with a 3.7/10.In first class, Delta's Delta First Class (737-900ER) edges out the field with a 2.8/10.
Quick pick
Fly American. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If prices are similar, go with this one.
Fly Delta. It scores higher across seat comfort and amenities.
If fares are comparable, this is the better cabin.
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Route insights
- In economy, American's Main Cabin (A321neo) edges out the field with a 3.7/10.
- In first class, Delta's Delta First Class (737-900ER) edges out the field with a 2.8/10.
Frequently asked
Which is better in first: American or Delta on IND-LAX?
First Class (American Airlines, A321neo) and Delta First Class (Delta Air Lines, 737-900ER) score virtually the same in first: 2.5 vs 2.8/10. The biggest gap is entertainment — a 9" screen vs app_only — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
Which is better in economy: American or Delta on IND-LAX?
Main Cabin (American Airlines, A321neo) and Main Cabin (Delta Air Lines, 737-900ER) score virtually the same in economy: 3.7 vs 3.5/10. The biggest gap is entertainment — a 9" screen vs app_only — but neither carrier pulls ahead overall.
What are the best seats in American First Class on IND-LAX?
Best: Row 1A and 1L are farthest from the galley and offer the most privacy. All seats have direct aisle access in the 1-1 layout. Avoid: Row 5 is closest to the business class cabin and may experience some noise from the galley area between cabins. Only 10 suites total on this narrowbody. The 1-1 configuration is unique for a single-aisle aircraft. Sliding doors on all suites. This fleet is being phased out as the A321XLR enters service.
What are the best seats in American Main Cabin on IND-LAX?
Best: Rows 11-16 are designated Main Cabin Extra with 35 inches of pitch. Row 11 bulkhead has the most legroom. Exit row offers additional space. Avoid: Last row (22) has limited recline and is near the rear lavatory. Middle seats (B and E) are least desirable. Half of the economy cabin (36 seats) is Main Cabin Extra with additional pitch. Seatback IFE screens with live TV in all economy seats. Only 72 economy seats total, making this a very premium-heavy narrowbody configuration. Exit row seats on the A320/A321 family offer extra legroom but do not recline. The row immediately before the exit also has limited recline due to clearance requirements.
What are the best seats in Delta Delta First Class on IND-LAX?
Best: Row 1 bulkhead has the most legroom. 1A and 1D for window-seat privacy. Avoid: Row 5 is closest to the Comfort+ cabin. B and C seats are more exposed. Pre-retrofit 737-900ER with older recliner seats. Smaller 9-inch seatback IFE screens. AC outlet and USB-A at every seat. Delta Sync free WiFi. Same meal service as other domestic First Class.
What are the best seats in Delta Main Cabin on IND-LAX?
Best: Comfort+ rows 10-14 (27 seats) offer 33-34 inches of pitch with complimentary beer/wine/spirits. Row 10 bulkhead for the most legroom. Avoid: Last rows near rear lavatory. Middle seats (B, E) throughout. Row 37 does not recline. 27 Comfort+ seats in rows 10-14 with 33-34-inch pitch; 133 Main Cabin seats in rows 15-37 with 30-31 inches. Older slimline seats with 9-inch seatback screens. USB-A at most seats; AC outlets inconsistent — some rows have them, others do not. Delta Sync free WiFi. Some 737-900ER sub-variants (73J, 73R) may lack seatback IFE or WiFi.