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$86+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Philadelphia (IND - PHL)

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IND — PHL
Apr 30 — May 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Indianapolis to Philadelphia are usually found in August or July, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) to Philadelphia (PHL). 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 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$211
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$86
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$515

Good round-trip deal

$403 or less

Good one-way deal

$214 or less
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From Indianapolis to Philadelphia
One-way flight from Indianapolis to Philadelphia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Philadelphia.
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Thu 5/19:34 amIND - PHL
1 stop15h 47mFrontier
Wed 6/43:51 pmPHL - IND
1 stop27h 00mFrontier
Deal found 4/24$211
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/199:20 amIND - PHL
2 stops22h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/226:00 amPHL - IND
1 stop6h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 7/212:04 pmIND - PHL
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Fri 7/46:38 amPHL - IND
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Deal found 4/25$227
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Sun 6/86:55 pmIND - PHL
1 stop26h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/126:12 pmPHL - IND
1 stop6h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$253
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 7/2812:10 pmIND - PHL
2 stops11h 20mSouthwest
Thu 7/317:20 amPHL - IND
2 stops11h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/24$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Sat 5/109:19 amIND - PHL
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/2310:39 amPHL - IND
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Fri 6/277:20 amIND - PHL
2 stops15h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/28:15 amPHL - IND
1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$457

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

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IndianapolisPhiladelphia

IND - PHL

INDPHL

Indianapolis

Mon 6/9

1:02 pm-12:33 am

1 stop11h 31m

Philadelphia

Wed 6/11

3:52 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop25h 58m

$211

IndianapolisPhiladelphia

IND - PHL

INDPHL

Indianapolis

Mon 5/19

9:20 am-7:48 am

2 stops22h 28m

Philadelphia

Thu 5/22

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$218

IndianapolisPhiladelphia

IND - PHL

INDPHL

Indianapolis

Wed 7/2

12:04 pm-4:16 pm

1 stop4h 12m

Philadelphia

Fri 7/4

6:38 am-12:43 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$227

IndianapolisPhiladelphia

IND - PHL

INDPHL

Indianapolis

Sun 6/8

6:55 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop26h 04m

Philadelphia

Thu 6/12

6:12 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 47m

$253

IndianapolisPhiladelphia

IND - PHL

INDPHL

Indianapolis

Mon 7/28

12:10 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops11h 20m

Philadelphia

Thu 7/31

7:20 am-6:50 pm

2 stops11h 30m

$308

IndianapolisPhiladelphia

IND - PHL

INDPHL

Indianapolis

Sat 5/10

9:19 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Philadelphia

Sat 8/23

10:39 am-7:10 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$367

IndianapolisPhiladelphia

IND - PHL

INDPHL

Indianapolis

Fri 6/27

7:20 am-11:14 pm

2 stops15h 54m

Philadelphia

Wed 7/2

8:15 am-3:18 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$457

IndianapolisPhiladelphia

IND - PHL

INDPHL

Indianapolis

Sat 5/10

7:00 am-5:53 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Philadelphia

Wed 5/14

8:40 am-6:50 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$8,011

IndianapolisPhiladelphia

IND - PHL

INDPHL

Indianapolis

Mon 5/19

12:11 pm-12:38 am

1 stop12h 27m

$86

IndianapolisPhiladelphia

IND - PHL

INDPHL

Indianapolis

Sat 5/24

8:20 am-3:53 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$114

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Indianapolis to Philadelphia 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
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice 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 Indianapolis-Philadelphia flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Philadelphia flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Philadelphia flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Indianapolis-Philadelphia flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Philadelphia

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Indianapolis to Philadelphia may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Indianapolis to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 IND to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 25, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Indianapolis to Philadelphia in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 77% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to Philadelphia. 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 April 25, 2025.

The most flights from IND to PHL are scheduled on a Tuesday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Philadelphia ranges from 2.7 - 4.4 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Philadelphia when rainfall is around 2.7 in.

Temperature in Philadelphia by month

Plan your trip to Philadelphia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Philadelphia, 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 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia. Reviews last updated April 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?

    If you wish to fly to Philadelphia from Indianapolis, then you need to book flights from Indianapolis to Philadelphia. There are 10 flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Philadelphia (PHL) per day to choose from. Flights to Philadelphia from Indianapolis are available from 6 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 48m is how long a nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Philadelphia typically takes.

  • How popular is this Indianapolis to Philadelphia flight route?

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Indianapolis to Philadelphia round-trip from $211. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $218, and Delta, from $227. You may be able to fly from Indianapolis to Philadelphia for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $86 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $114 and $118, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Indianapolis to Philadelphia consider choosing Republic Airways (85%), American Airlines (78%) or Aer Lingus (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Philadelphia?

    While on average a flight from Indianapolis to Philadelphia is generally $644, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $129. When looking at the most popular route, (Indianapolis - Philadelphia), you can expect to pay $188 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Philadelphia (average of $236). Flying from Indianapolis to Philadelphia in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to Philadelphia. 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$97FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$135Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$170Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$291Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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