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$54+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh (IND - RDU)

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — RDU
nov. 9 — nov. 161
dom. 11/9
dom. 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/69:49 amIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
jue. 11/137:11 pmRDU - IND
Nonstop1h 54mFrontier
Deal found 10/9$98
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/309:49 amIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
vie. 10/316:10 amRDU - IND
1 stop5h 12mFrontier
Deal found 10/8$112
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/275:22 pmIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
vie. 10/316:10 amRDU - IND
1 stop5h 12mFrontier
Deal found 10/9$124
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/1410:14 pmIND - RDU
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
lun. 11/176:10 amRDU - IND
1 stop5h 12mFrontier
Deal found 10/9$129
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
jue. 10/2310:06 pmIND - RDU
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
dom. 10/269:36 pmRDU - IND
1 stop23h 52mFrontier
Deal found 10/9$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/239:54 amIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
lun. 10/2712:43 pmRDU - IND
1 stop8h 45mFrontier
Deal found 10/8$134
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/9. 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.
jue. 11/610:00 pmIND - RDU
1 stop10h 43mFrontier
dom. 11/99:35 pmRDU - IND
1 stop23h 44mFrontier
Deal found 10/9$140

Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 octubre 10, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$112
(Frontier)

One-way from

$54
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$255

Good round-trip deal

$170 or less

Good one-way deal

$102 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh that are best for you.

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IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

lun. 10/27

5:22 pm-7:04 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 10/31

6:10 am-11:22 am

1 stop5h 12m

$124

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

jue. 11/6

10:00 pm-8:43 am

1 stop10h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 11/9

9:35 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop23h 44m

$140

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

lun. 10/27

5:22 pm-7:04 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 10/30

5:21 pm-7:44 pm

1 stop26h 23m

$162

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

vie. 10/24

12:55 pm-2:36 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 10/26

9:36 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop23h 52m

$181

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

mar. 10/21

10:43 am-11:30 am

1 stop24h 47m

Raleigh-Durham

vie. 10/24

10:06 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$193

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

lun. 10/27

8:51 pm-4:39 pm

2 stops19h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 10/30

9:35 pm-9:20 am

1 stop11h 45m

$217

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

mié. 11/5

8:59 pm-10:22 am

1 stop13h 23m

Raleigh-Durham

jue. 11/13

8:27 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop26h 53m

$218

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

vie. 1/2

6:00 am-10:24 am

1 stop4h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

lun. 1/5

10:05 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$229

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

sáb. 11/8

2:01 pm-3:43 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 11/15

6:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 20m

$229

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

mar. 12/16

5:45 am-9:23 am

1 stop3h 38m

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 1/3

8:29 am-3:22 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$239

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Compare providers for flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh

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 Indianapolis to Raleigh in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
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-Raleigh flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Raleigh flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Raleigh flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Raleigh 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 Indianapolis-Raleigh 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 Indianapolis to Raleigh

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on October 3, 2025.

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh (average of $72). Flying from Indianapolis to Raleigh in April is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated octubre 10, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Raleigh in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on October 5, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated octubre 10, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Indianapolis to Raleigh. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,969 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,968 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,143 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    You will need to book a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh-Durham if you want to fly from Indianapolis to Raleigh. At least 6 different airlines have flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Raleigh-Durham (RDU) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Raleigh from the Indianapolis airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from IND to RDU to be around 1h 40m.

  • How popular is this Indianapolis to Raleigh flight route?

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

  • How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh?

    For as low as $124, Frontier can have you in Raleigh from Indianapolis in 1h 42m. Airlines will cover a distance of 488 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Frontier, at $83, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Raleigh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. Frontier is priced at 73% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh consider choosing Frontier (100%), Delta (86%) or Endeavor Airlines (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh?

    On average you can expect to pay $243 for a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh. The cheapest flight overall is $46 while the most popular route, (Indianapolis - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $141.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh (average of $72). Flying from Indianapolis to Raleigh in April is currently the most expensive (average of $198). 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 Raleigh

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh. 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 octubre 10, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$83Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$207Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$245Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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