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$88+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis (MCI - 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 4/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — IND
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 March 28, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$175
(Delta)

One-way from

$88
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$488
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 5/55:44 pmMCI - IND
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Wed 5/78:10 amIND - MCI
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Deal found 3/27$175
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 4/285:36 pmMCI - IND
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/18:20 amIND - MCI
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/246:00 amMCI - IND
1 stop5h 51mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/16:00 amIND - MCI
1 stop4h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mon 5/53:55 pmMCI - IND
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Wed 5/77:40 amIND - MCI
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$237
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/54:59 pmMCI - IND
1 stop20h 50mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/711:21 amIND - MCI
2 stops12h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/264:23 pmMCI - IND
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/35:35 amIND - MCI
1 stop10h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$249
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/227:00 amMCI - IND
2 stops13h 06mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/2310:44 amIND - MCI
2 stops14h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$703

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Kansas CityIndianapolis

MCI - IND

MCIIND

Kansas City

Mon 5/5

5:44 pm-12:46 am

1 stop6h 02m

Indianapolis

Wed 5/7

8:10 am-1:18 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$175

Kansas CityIndianapolis

MCI - IND

MCIIND

Kansas City

Mon 4/28

5:36 pm-12:17 am

1 stop5h 41m

Indianapolis

Thu 5/1

8:20 am-2:59 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$207

Kansas CityIndianapolis

MCI - IND

MCIIND

Kansas City

Thu 4/24

6:00 am-12:51 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Indianapolis

Thu 5/1

6:00 am-9:11 am

1 stop4h 11m

$212

Kansas CityIndianapolis

MCI - IND

MCIIND

Kansas City

Mon 5/5

4:59 pm-2:49 pm

1 stop20h 50m

Indianapolis

Wed 5/7

11:21 am-10:41 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$244

Kansas CityIndianapolis

MCI - IND

MCIIND

Kansas City

Sat 4/26

4:23 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop20h 29m

Indianapolis

Sat 5/3

5:35 am-3:26 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$249

Kansas CityIndianapolis

MCI - IND

MCIIND

Kansas City

Thu 4/17

3:55 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Indianapolis

Mon 4/21

6:00 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$262

Kansas CityIndianapolis

MCI - IND

MCIIND

Kansas City

Mon 5/5

7:00 am-11:56 pm

2 stops15h 56m

Indianapolis

Mon 5/12

7:00 am-8:56 am

2 stops26h 56m

$823

Kansas CityIndianapolis

MCI - IND

MCIIND

Kansas City

Thu 4/17

5:42 am-11:52 am

1 stop5h 10m

$88

Kansas CityIndianapolis

MCI - IND

MCIIND

Kansas City

Sun 5/4

8:51 pm-4:50 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$106

Kansas CityIndianapolis

MCI - IND

MCIIND

Kansas City

Fri 5/9

2:45 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop22h 07m

$108

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kansas City 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
CheapfaremartPrice 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 Kansas City-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Kansas City-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-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 Kansas City-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 Kansas City to Indianapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Indianapolis from Kansas City with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Indianapolis

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis is 25 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 82% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

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

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 28, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
7,895 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
731 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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

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  • How popular is this Kansas City to Indianapolis flight route?

    This flight path from Kansas City to Indianapolis was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Currently priced at $175, Delta will fly you from Kansas City to Indianapolis and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $207 and $212, respectively. Delta is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $88. Delta flights start at $93 while deals on Frontier start at $106 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

    The cheapest flight price from Kansas City to Indianapolis is $118. On average you can expect to pay $380. The most popular route, (Kansas City - Indianapolis), can usually be booked for $175.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Kansas City 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 4 airlines flying from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$158Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$183Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$273Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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