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$108+ 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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — IND
Dec 7 — Dec 141
Sat 12/7
Sat 12/14
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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 December 2, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

July

Round-trip from

$238
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$108
(Mytrip)
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 2, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Mon 12/307:45 pmDTW - IND
1 stop15h 50mFrontier
Wed 1/19:28 amIND - DTW
1 stop22h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/1$238
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/145:37 pmDTW - IND
1 stop17h 29mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1712:35 pmIND - DTW
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1$260
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sat 12/1412:42 pmDTW - IND
3 stops23h 04mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/1712:51 pmIND - DTW
2 stops20h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/1$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Sun 12/293:55 pmDTW - IND
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Sun 1/51:55 pmIND - DTW
Nonstop1h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/1$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/1. 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.
Tue 12/246:35 amDTW - IND
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2910:55 amIND - DTW
1 stop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/1$385
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/30. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/245:45 amDTW - IND
2 stops9h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/296:30 pmIND - DTW
1 stop3h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/30$488
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/36:10 amDTW - IND
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Wed 12/412:30 pmIND - DTW
1 stop9h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$673

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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.

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DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/30

7:45 pm-11:35 am

1 stop15h 50m

Indianapolis

Wed 1/1

9:28 am-7:55 am

1 stop22h 27m

$238

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/17

11:28 am-6:30 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Indianapolis

Mon 1/20

7:35 pm-10:55 am

1 stop15h 20m

$250

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/14

5:37 pm-11:06 am

1 stop17h 29m

Indianapolis

Tue 12/17

12:35 pm-7:55 am

1 stop19h 20m

$260

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/2

3:55 pm-5:14 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

Indianapolis

Sun 1/5

1:55 pm-3:13 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$349

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/24

8:19 am-11:11 pm

1 stop14h 52m

Indianapolis

Sun 12/29

7:30 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop3h 56m

$385

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/1

6:12 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop3h 53m

Indianapolis

Mon 2/3

11:20 am-9:28 pm

2 stops10h 08m

$433

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/8

5:38 pm-11:52 pm

2 stops30h 14m

$108

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/4

9:02 am-3:36 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$124

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/18

6:03 am-1:26 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$170

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/1

6:10 am-10:55 am

1 stop4h 45m

$177

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Indianapolis in December.
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

*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 $358). 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 December 2, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, 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 December 2, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and Spirit 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
4,951 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,513 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,712 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,145 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,951 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Flight was delayed by one hour and 40 minutes. Also baggage was delivered late at Boston. This delay made me miss my connection from Boston to Hyderabad

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 12 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 13m.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Indianapolis, with prices starting at $238. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $250 and $349, respectively. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis for 47% 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 $108 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $124 and American Airlines from $170 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 Republic Airways (100%), Endeavor Airlines (96%) and Delta (93%).

  • 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 $325, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $178. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Indianapolis), you can expect to pay $250 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 $358). 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 2,650,959 searches. Data last updated December 2, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$339Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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