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$75+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Indianapolis (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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — IND
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis are usually found in January or August, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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$136
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$75
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/178:12 amBWI - IND
1 stop24h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1811:54 amIND - BWI
1 stop11h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$136
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/178:12 amBWI - IND
1 stop24h 26mFrontier
Thu 12/199:24 pmIND - BWI
1 stop16h 02mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$138
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/412:20 pmBWI - IND
1 stop22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/812:11 pmIND - BWI
1 stop20h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$172
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/199:01 amIAD - IND
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/46:30 pmIND - IAD
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$199
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/510:00 amDCA - IND
Nonstop2h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/99:23 pmIND - DCA
Nonstop1h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$199
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/57:00 amDCA - IND
1 stop12h 43mFrontier
Thu 12/58:45 pmIND - DCA
1 stop15h 16mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$200
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/147:35 pmDCA - IND
1 stop4h 21mDelta
Mon 12/166:05 amIND - DCA
1 stop5h 54mDelta
Deal found 11/20$205
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 11/2512:44 pmIAD - IND
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Tue 11/266:05 amIND - IAD
1 stop3h 17mDelta
Deal found 11/18$208
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/118:16 pmBWI - IND
1 stop3h 48mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/17:39 pmIND - BWI
1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$216
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/68:00 pmIAD - IND
1 stop4h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/73:45 pmIND - IAD
1 stop3h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/116:00 amBWI - IND
1 stop3h 45mDelta
Wed 12/117:49 pmIND - BWI
1 stop3h 53mDelta
Deal found 11/19$261
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/186:10 amBWI - IND
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Wed 12/2512:30 pmIND - BWI
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$272

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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BaltimoreIndianapolis

BWI - IND

BWIIND

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 12/17

8:12 am-8:38 am

1 stop24h 26m

Indianapolis

Wed 12/18

11:54 am-11:28 pm

1 stop11h 34m

$136

BaltimoreIndianapolis

BWI - IND

BWIIND

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 12/17

8:12 am-8:38 am

1 stop24h 26m

Indianapolis

Thu 12/19

9:24 pm-1:26 pm

1 stop16h 02m

$138

BaltimoreIndianapolis

BWI - IND

BWIIND

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/18

7:30 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Indianapolis

Wed 1/22

12:14 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop4h 21m

$158

BaltimoreIndianapolis

BWI - IND

BWIIND

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/4

12:20 pm-11:06 am

1 stop22h 46m

Indianapolis

Sun 12/8

12:11 pm-8:38 am

1 stop20h 27m

$172

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/19

9:01 am-10:56 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Indianapolis

Thu 1/2

4:49 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop4h 11m

$199

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

DCA - IND

DCAIND

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/5

10:00 am-12:18 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Indianapolis

Mon 12/9

9:23 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$199

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

DCA - IND

DCAIND

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 12/5

7:00 am-7:43 pm

1 stop12h 43m

Indianapolis

Thu 12/5

8:45 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop15h 16m

$200

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/7

4:58 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Indianapolis

Sat 2/8

2:01 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$203

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

DCA - IND

DCAIND

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 2/7

2:35 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Indianapolis

Sat 2/8

2:01 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$203

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/31

8:05 pm-12:07 am

1 stop4h 02m

Indianapolis

Sun 2/2

6:05 am-1:23 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$258

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
StudentUniversePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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 Washington, D.C.-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 WAS to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 November 20, 2024.

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

The most flights from WAS to IND are scheduled on a Thursday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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 November 20, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, United Airlines and Southwest from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
850 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

WestJet
7.3
Good
2,811 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis, you will be flying into Indianapolis. Indianapolis (IND) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city. Indianapolis is the only Indianapolis airport and it handles 16 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. 5 airlines have flights to Indianapolis from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis round-trip from $138. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $158, and Spirit Airlines, from $172. Users have found that Frontier is 56% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $75. Users have also found prices from $79 and $82 on American Airlines and Spirit Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Indianapolis, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Indianapolis and Baltimore/Washington - Indianapolis.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis?

    Consider Avianca (98%), Ethiopian Air (97%) or Copa Airlines (96%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis is generally $302, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $119. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Indianapolis), you can expect to pay $179 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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 5 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$119Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$174Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$183Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$228Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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