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$99+ Cheap flights from Iowa to Indianapolis (IND)

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DSM — IND
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 8/217:30 amCID - IND
1 stop3h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/233:50 pmIND - CID
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/29$214
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/145:47 pmCID - IND
1 stop14h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/182:00 pmIND - CID
1 stop28h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$215
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/217:00 amCID - IND
2 stops9h 02mDelta
Sat 8/236:25 pmIND - CID
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/30$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/145:50 pmDSM - IND
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Wed 5/216:00 amIND - DSM
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 3/30$247
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/87:36 pmDSM - IND
1 stop23h 13mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/118:30 amIND - DSM
2 stops39h 43mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/30$265
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/153:45 pmDSM - IND
2 stops31h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/2212:05 pmIND - DSM
1 stop27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/610:53 amOMA - IND
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Tue 5/207:25 amIND - OMA
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/30$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 5/97:26 pmOMA - IND
1 stop24h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/151:15 pmIND - OMA
2 stops22h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/158:14 amCID - IND
1 stop3h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/196:00 amIND - CID
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1411:26 amDSM - IND
1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/217:03 pmIND - DSM
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/63:05 pmOMA - IND
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Tue 5/207:40 amIND - OMA
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/156:13 pmDSM - IND
1 stop5h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/185:39 amIND - DSM
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$331

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Iowa

Fly to

Indianapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cedar RapidsIndianapolis

CID - IND

CIDIND

Cedar Rapids

Thu 8/21

7:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop3h 25m

Indianapolis

Sat 8/23

3:50 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$214

Cedar RapidsIndianapolis

CID - IND

CIDIND

Cedar Rapids

Mon 4/14

5:47 pm-8:58 am

1 stop14h 11m

Indianapolis

Fri 4/18

2:00 pm-5:47 pm

1 stop28h 47m

$215

Cedar RapidsIndianapolis

CID - IND

CIDIND

Cedar Rapids

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-5:02 pm

2 stops9h 02m

Indianapolis

Sat 8/23

6:25 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$229

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Wed 5/14

5:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Indianapolis

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-9:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

$247

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Thu 5/8

7:36 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop23h 13m

Indianapolis

Sun 5/11

8:30 am-11:13 pm

2 stops39h 43m

$265

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

3:45 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops31h 14m

Indianapolis

Thu 5/22

12:05 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$285

OmahaIndianapolis

OMA - IND

OMAIND

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/6

10:53 am-5:57 pm

1 stop6h 04m

Indianapolis

Tue 5/20

7:25 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$287

OmahaIndianapolis

OMA - IND

OMAIND

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Fri 5/9

7:26 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop24h 07m

Indianapolis

Thu 5/15

1:15 pm-10:51 am

2 stops22h 36m

$289

Cedar RapidsIndianapolis

CID - IND

CIDIND

Cedar Rapids

Tue 4/15

8:14 am-12:51 pm

1 stop3h 37m

Indianapolis

Sat 4/19

6:00 am-10:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

$299

OmahaIndianapolis

OMA - IND

OMAIND

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 5/6

3:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Indianapolis

Tue 5/20

7:40 am-3:25 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$307

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Indianapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Indianapolis

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Iowa 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 IA to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 March 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Iowa to Indianapolis as you normally would.

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 March 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Iowa to Indianapolis. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
731 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa to Indianapolis. 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 into for flights to Indianapolis from Iowa?

    If you book a flight to Indianapolis from Iowa, you will be flying to Indianapolis, which is the city’s only airport. Indianapolis (IND) is located 8.3 mi from the center of Indianapolis.

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

    $99 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $100 and $105, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Indianapolis?

    While some choose either Cedar Rapids - Indianapolis or Omaha Eppley Airfield - Indianapolis, Des Moines - Indianapolis is the most popular route from Iowa to Indianapolis.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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 Iowa to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Iowa 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 3 airlines flying from Iowa to Indianapolis

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$198Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$226Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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