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$45+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Houston

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IND — HOU
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sat 3/15
Sat 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Indianapolis to Houston are usually found in August or May, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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$227
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One-way from

$45
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$413
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/275:35 amIND - IAH
2 stops30h 16mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/2910:06 amIAH - IND
3 stops26h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9$227
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2111:37 amIND - IAH
1 stop5h 05mFrontier
Tue 3/256:00 amIAH - IND
1 stop10h 47mFrontier
Deal found 3/9$230
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/115:22 pmIND - IAH
1 stop20h 21mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/189:58 amIAH - IND
1 stop6h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/236:47 pmIND - HOU
1 stop15h 49mFrontier
Fri 3/2810:36 amHOU - IND
1 stop8h 23mFrontier
Deal found 3/9$240
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/287:00 amIND - IAH
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/3012:38 pmIAH - IND
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/9$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/85:10 pmIND - HOU
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
Tue 4/157:40 pmHOU - IND
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/9$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/288:20 amIND - HOU
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Tue 6/36:42 pmHOU - IND
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Deal found 3/9$316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/186:00 amIND - IAH
1 stop7h 09mDelta
Tue 6/245:25 amIAH - IND
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 3/9$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/182:52 pmIND - HOU
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/256:30 pmHOU - IND
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/9$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/32:52 pmIND - IAH
1 stop4h 41mAmerican Airlines
Mon 7/76:01 amIAH - IND
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/10$391

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis to Houston that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 10, 2025.

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IndianapolisHouston

IND - IAH

INDIAH

Indianapolis

Sun 4/27

5:35 am-10:51 am

2 stops30h 16m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/29

10:06 am-1:41 pm

3 stops26h 35m

$227

IndianapolisHouston

IND - IAH

INDIAH

Indianapolis

Fri 3/21

11:37 am-3:42 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-5:47 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$230

IndianapolisHouston

IND - HOU

INDHOU

Indianapolis

Sun 3/23

6:47 pm-9:36 am

1 stop15h 49m

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/28

10:36 am-7:59 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$240

IndianapolisHouston

IND - IAH

INDIAH

Indianapolis

Mon 4/28

7:00 am-8:39 am

Nonstop2h 39m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/30

12:38 pm-4:02 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$309

IndianapolisHouston

IND - HOU

INDHOU

Indianapolis

Tue 4/8

5:10 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/15

7:40 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$309

IndianapolisHouston

IND - HOU

INDHOU

Indianapolis

Wed 5/28

8:20 am-3:38 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Houston Hobby

Tue 6/3

6:42 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 33m

$316

IndianapolisHouston

IND - IAH

INDIAH

Indianapolis

Fri 3/21

11:37 am-3:42 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 3/23

9:21 pm-8:58 am

1 stop10h 37m

$323

IndianapolisHouston

IND - HOU

INDHOU

Indianapolis

Thu 3/27

8:50 am-3:08 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Houston Hobby

Mon 3/31

3:43 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$369

IndianapolisHouston

IND - IAH

INDIAH

Indianapolis

Thu 5/29

7:59 pm-12:02 am

1 stop5h 03m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 6/2

6:40 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 35m

$394

IndianapolisHouston

IND - IAH

INDIAH

Indianapolis

Tue 5/13

9:17 am-5:57 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$45

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The best insider tips for Indianapolis to Houston flights

Find out what our experts recommend to make the most of your Indianapolis to Houston trip
Airlines
United Airlines

Basic Economy allows a personal item only, no carry-on bags unless exceptions apply.


United First includes 2 free checked bags and priority perks on the ground.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags, including oversized items like skis or golf clubs.


Southwest's open seating policy allows passengers to choose any available seat upon boarding.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
Airports
IND

IND's security lines are efficient, with an average wait time of less than 3 minutes. Check wait times on the IND website before heading to the airport.

Read more about INDby Barbara Noe Kennedy
IAH

For a quick ride from IAH to downtown Houston, Uber or Lyft is recommended. Expect a 25-minute drive from the airport to the city center.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
HOU

HOU's compact terminal makes it easy to navigate. Expect short security lines, even during peak times, ensuring a quick exit from the airport.

Read more about HOUby Scott Laird
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Barbara Noe Kennedy

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Expert on IND

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Award-winning travel journalist Barbara Noe Kennedy writes about destinations around the world—but her heart is in her home state of Virginia, where she’s always researching her next travel story.

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Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Expert on HOU

Scott Laird

Scott Laird

Originally from Anchorage, Alaska, Scott is a frequent contributor to Fodor’s Travel Guide, Conde Nast Traveler, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management from Alaska Pacific University and a Master of Science in Airline Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and has worked in the airline and hotel industries and as a travel consultant.

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Houston

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Travel insights for flights from Indianapolis to Houston

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Indianapolis to Houston including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Indianapolis to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Houston. Price data was last updated on March 7, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Indianapolis to Houston, you should look to book at least 16 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Indianapolis to Houston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Indianapolis to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IND to HOU?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to Houston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 10, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Indianapolis to Houston by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Indianapolis to Houston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Houston. Price data was last updated on December 1, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Houston flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Houston ranges from 3.2 - 5.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.9 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Houston when rainfall is around 3.2 in.

Temperature in Houston by month

Plan your trip to Houston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Houston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Houston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Houston. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Houston. Reviews last updated March 10, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Indianapolis to Houston by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,727 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,631 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
744 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,300 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis to Houston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Indianapolis to Houston?

    For a flight from Indianapolis to Houston, you will be flying from Indianapolis. Indianapolis (IND) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city. Indianapolis is the only Indianapolis airport and it handles 1 outbound flight to Houston per day. 6 airlines have flights to Houston from Indianapolis on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Indianapolis to Houston round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Indianapolis to Houston round-trip from $227. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $230, and United Airlines, from $309. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Indianapolis to Houston one-way?

    $45 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Delta, with prices starting from $70 and $137, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Houston?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Indianapolis to Houston? While on average our users pay $295, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (Indianapolis - Houston Hobby), is priced around $149.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Indianapolis to Houston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Indianapolis to Houston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Indianapolis to Houston?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Indianapolis to Houston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Indianapolis to Houston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Indianapolis to Houston by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Indianapolis to Houston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Houston (average of $230). Flying from Indianapolis to Houston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $334). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Houston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to Houston. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$106Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$224Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$247Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$257Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$299Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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