American, Delta and Southwest add specialty nonstops flights for big IU game

INDIANAPOLIS (Dec. 11, 2025) – They did it! Number 1 seed Indiana University is headed to the Rose Bowl, and now Hoosiers have additional nonstop flights out of Indy straight to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) specifically for the big game.

American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines announced they will add specialty nonstop flights just for the occasion.

Delta will offer an additional nonstop flight from Indy to LAX on Dec. 30. American and Delta will each offer an additional nonstop flight from Indy to LAX on Dec. 31. Southwest will offer two nonstop flights from Indy to LAX on Dec. 31. And each airline will offer multiple nonstop flights returning to Indy on Jan. 2, 2026.

“Big games call for big moves, and American, Delta and Southwest are making them with these additional nonstop specialty flights for the Rose Bowl,” said Maggie Cunningham, director of air service and airport experience for the Indianapolis Airport Authority. “This is another example of providing value to the Indy community, by working with our airline partners to help give Hoosier fans added flights that connect them to the moments that matter most.”

For tickets for these special Rose Bowl flights, visit American Airlines, Delta Air Lines or Southwest Airlines.