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$70+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Dallas

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May 6 — May 131
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Tue 5/13
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$163
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$70
(Southwest)

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March

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Average price

$218
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/1410:50 amIND - DFW
2 stops23h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/177:28 pmDFW - IND
1 stop11h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$163
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1612:01 pmIND - DFW
Nonstop2h 51mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/203:03 pmDFW - IND
1 stop7h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$164
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/238:07 pmIND - DFW
Nonstop2h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/268:45 pmDFW - IND
Nonstop2h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$165
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Fri 6/1311:45 amIND - DFW
Nonstop2h 28mFrontier
Mon 6/167:25 amDFW - IND
Nonstop2h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$176
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Thu 6/126:48 pmIND - DAL
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Mon 6/166:39 pmDAL - IND
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/30$197
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Thu 6/58:20 amIND - DFW
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Mon 6/95:43 pmDFW - IND
1 stop4h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/30$197
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Thu 6/56:45 pmIND - DAL
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Mon 6/98:15 pmDAL - IND
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$210
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/226:00 amIND - DFW
2 stops8h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/275:20 amDFW - IND
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$382

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

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IndianapolisDallas

IND - DFW

INDDFW

Indianapolis

Wed 5/14

10:50 am-9:31 am

2 stops23h 41m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/17

7:28 pm-8:15 am

1 stop11h 47m

$163

IndianapolisDallas

IND - DFW

INDDFW

Indianapolis

Fri 5/16

12:01 pm-1:52 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/20

3:03 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$164

IndianapolisDallas

IND - DFW

INDDFW

Indianapolis

Fri 5/23

8:07 pm-9:33 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 5/26

8:45 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$165

IndianapolisDallas

IND - DFW

INDDFW

Indianapolis

Fri 6/13

11:45 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 6/16

7:25 am-10:50 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$176

IndianapolisDallas

IND - DAL

INDDAL

Indianapolis

Thu 6/12

6:48 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Dallas Love Field

Sat 6/14

5:45 am-12:43 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$197

IndianapolisDallas

IND - DFW

INDDFW

Indianapolis

Thu 6/5

8:20 am-3:04 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 6/9

5:43 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop4h 33m

$197

IndianapolisDallas

IND - DAL

INDDAL

Indianapolis

Thu 6/5

6:45 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Dallas Love Field

Mon 6/9

8:15 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$210

IndianapolisDallas

IND - DFW

INDDFW

Indianapolis

Wed 5/28

5:27 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop4h 52m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 6/4

5:20 am-3:39 pm

2 stops9h 19m

$342

IndianapolisDallas

IND - DAL

INDDAL

Indianapolis

Wed 8/6

6:20 am-7:30 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$70

IndianapolisDallas

IND - DFW

INDDFW

Indianapolis

Wed 8/6

11:05 am-12:24 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$70

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Indianapolis to Dallas trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier offers extra comfort seats with 32” separation for a fee, ideal for taller passengers.


Frontier’s Board First option is available with carry-on purchase or for loyalty members.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Southwest

Southwest offers free messaging and high-speed Wi-Fi for a fee on flights.


Southwest’s Wanna Get Away fare includes two free checked bags, ideal for budget travelers.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
Airports
IND

IND's security lines are efficient, with average wait times under 3 minutes. Check wait times online before heading to the airport.

Read more about INDby Barbara Noe Kennedy
DFW

DFW offers a DART Orange Line from downtown Dallas to Terminal A, providing a convenient public transport option.

Read more about DFWby Chris Dong
DAL

DAL's proximity to downtown makes it a convenient choice, just a 20-minute drive away, with various transport options available.

Read more about DALby Paul Rubio
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier and Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on DFW

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Barbara Noe Kennedy

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Expert on IND

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Award-winning travel journalist Barbara Noe Kennedy writes about destinations around the world—but her heart is in her home state of Virginia, where she’s always researching her next travel story.

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on DAL

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Dallas

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Dallas. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Indianapolis to Dallas. 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 Dallas?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from Indianapolis to Dallas 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 DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to Dallas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Dallas at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 42% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to Dallas

Explore weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to Dallas. 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from IND to A78 are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Dallas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dallas ranges from 1.9 - 4.9 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Dallas when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Dallas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dallas, 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 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas. 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 Dallas. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Indianapolis to Dallas. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,963 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis to Dallas. 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 from for flights from Indianapolis to Dallas?

    For a flight from Indianapolis to Dallas, you will be flying from Indianapolis. Indianapolis (IND) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city. Indianapolis is the only Indianapolis airport and it handles 7 outbound flights to Dallas per day. 6 airlines have flights to Dallas from Indianapolis on a regular basis.

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

    Currently priced at $163, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Indianapolis to Dallas and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Frontier - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $165 and $174, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $70 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $70 and Frontier from $71 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Indianapolis to Dallas are Japan Airlines (85%), Frontier (78%) and Qatar Airways (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Dallas?

    The cheapest flight price from Indianapolis to Dallas is $96. On average you can expect to pay $877. The most popular route, (Indianapolis - Dallas/Fort Worth), can usually be booked for $156.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from Indianapolis to Dallas 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 Dallas

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to Dallas. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$47Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$115Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$185Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$200Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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