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$70+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Indianapolis (RDU - 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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — IND
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$217
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$370

Good round-trip deal

$138 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 6/206:53 pmRDU - IND
1 stop17h 02mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/2312:59 pmIND - RDU
1 stop4h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$217
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Mon 7/76:53 pmRDU - IND
1 stop17h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 7/115:44 pmIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$219
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 4/236:05 amRDU - IND
1 stop28h 39mFrontier
Sun 4/2711:44 amIND - RDU
1 stop22h 37mFrontier
Deal found 4/14$232
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:49 pmRDU - IND
1 stop5h 10mDelta
Sat 5/318:20 amIND - RDU
1 stop4h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/13$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/131:18 pmRDU - IND
2 stops6h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/209:00 amIND - RDU
1 stop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$256
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/2611:20 amRDU - IND
1 stop3h 35mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/305:30 amIND - RDU
1 stop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/14$266
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 5/266:35 amRDU - IND
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Fri 5/306:10 amIND - RDU
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/15$270

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Raleigh

Fly to

Indianapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighIndianapolis

RDU - IND

RDUIND

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/20

6:53 pm-11:55 am

1 stop17h 02m

Indianapolis

Mon 6/23

12:59 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop4h 38m

$217

RaleighIndianapolis

RDU - IND

RDUIND

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/7

6:53 pm-11:55 am

1 stop17h 02m

Indianapolis

Fri 7/11

5:44 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$219

RaleighIndianapolis

RDU - IND

RDUIND

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/23

6:05 am-10:44 am

1 stop28h 39m

Indianapolis

Sun 4/27

11:44 am-10:21 am

1 stop22h 37m

$232

RaleighIndianapolis

RDU - IND

RDUIND

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/28

6:49 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Indianapolis

Sat 5/31

8:20 am-12:33 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$237

RaleighIndianapolis

RDU - IND

RDUIND

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/13

1:18 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops6h 54m

Indianapolis

Tue 5/20

9:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$256

RaleighIndianapolis

RDU - IND

RDUIND

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/26

11:20 am-2:55 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Indianapolis

Fri 5/30

5:30 am-9:38 am

1 stop4h 08m

$266

RaleighIndianapolis

RDU - IND

RDUIND

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/26

6:35 am-2:15 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Indianapolis

Fri 5/30

6:10 am-3:30 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$270

RaleighIndianapolis

RDU - IND

RDUIND

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/30

6:10 pm-8:01 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$70

RaleighIndianapolis

RDU - IND

RDUIND

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/5

11:45 am-2:49 pm

1 stop27h 04m

$84

RaleighIndianapolis

RDU - IND

RDUIND

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/20

5:15 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$119

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh to Indianapolis

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 Raleigh to Indianapolis in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice 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 Raleigh-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Indianapolis flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Indianapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Indianapolis from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Indianapolis is 75 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 Raleigh to Indianapolis?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 April 15, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 57% on flights from Raleigh to Indianapolis by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Indianapolis flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 April 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Raleigh to Indianapolis to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,918 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,658 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
349 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,279 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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

  • How popular is this Raleigh to Indianapolis flight route?

    Within the past month, 5 users have taken a look at flights from Raleigh-Durham to Indianapolis.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $217, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Indianapolis.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $70. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Raleigh to Indianapolis for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Indianapolis?

    While on average a flight from Raleigh to Indianapolis is generally $138, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $138. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Indianapolis), you can expect to pay $154 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Raleigh 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 6 airlines flying from Raleigh to Indianapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$67Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$120Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$225Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$311Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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