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$74+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis (DTW - IND)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — IND
mar. 19 — mar. 261
mié. 3/19
mié. 3/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated marzo 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$134
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$74
(Mytrip)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$279 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Indianapolis
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
mar. 4/18:00 amDTW - IND
2 stops34h 48mSpirit Airlines
mar. 4/811:36 amIND - DTW
2 stops25h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/13$134
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
mar. 4/18:15 amDTW - IND
1 stop3h 35mAmerican Airlines
jue. 4/103:37 pmIND - DTW
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/12$232
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
mié. 5/147:30 amDTW - IND
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
mar. 5/205:10 pmIND - DTW
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/12$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
mié. 4/96:00 amDTW - IND
1 stop3h 31mUnited Airlines
mié. 4/165:53 pmIND - DTW
1 stop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
vie. 4/118:25 amDTW - IND
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
lun. 4/146:00 pmIND - DTW
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Deal found 3/12$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
mar. 3/183:58 pmDTW - IND
1 stop20h 52mMultiple Airlines
mié. 3/196:59 pmIND - DTW
1 stop23h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$307

Find flights from Detroit to Indianapolis within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Indianapolis 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 marzo 14, 2025.

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Detroit

Fly to

Indianapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 4/1

8:00 am-6:48 pm

2 stops34h 48m

Indianapolis

mar. 4/8

11:36 am-1:01 pm

2 stops25h 25m

$134

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 4/1

8:15 am-11:50 am

1 stop3h 35m

Indianapolis

jue. 4/10

3:37 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$232

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 5/14

7:30 am-4:20 pm

2 stops8h 50m

Indianapolis

mar. 5/20

5:10 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$252

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 4/9

6:00 am-9:31 am

1 stop3h 31m

Indianapolis

mié. 4/16

5:53 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$277

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 4/21

10:05 pm-8:58 am

3 stops34h 53m

Indianapolis

jue. 4/24

2:42 pm-1:17 am

2 stops10h 35m

$287

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 4/11

8:25 am-9:41 am

Nonstop1h 16m

Indianapolis

lun. 4/14

6:00 pm-7:13 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$299

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 3/18

4:17 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop26h 31m

$74

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 4/10

6:05 am-2:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$129

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 4/10

8:25 am-9:41 am

Nonstop1h 16m

$199

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 4/6

5:40 am-12:51 pm

2 stops7h 11m

$264

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Deals found on 3/11

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Indianapolis in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Indianapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Indianapolis flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Indianapolis

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Indianapolis

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 DTW to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Indianapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated marzo 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 55% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Indianapolis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Indianapolis ranges from 2.3 - 5.1 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Indianapolis when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Indianapolis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Indianapolis, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Indianapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indianapolis. 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 Indianapolis. Reviews last updated marzo 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit to Indianapolis. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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
7,944 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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
8,623 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,894 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

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 Detroit to Indianapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Indianapolis?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Indianapolis if you want to fly from Detroit to Indianapolis. At least 2 different airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND) on a regular basis. There are 10 flights to Indianapolis from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTW to IND to be around 1h 10m.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Indianapolis, with prices starting at $134. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $232 and $252, respectively. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis for 69% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $74 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $129 and Delta from $199 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis are KLM (89%), Virgin Atlantic (88%) and Republic Airways (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis is generally $279, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $198. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Indianapolis), you can expect to pay $142 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Indianapolis 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $362). 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to Indianapolis

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Indianapolis. 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 marzo 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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