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$107+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to District of Columbia

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IND — IAD
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(Frontier)

One-way from

$107
(CheapOair)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$318

Good round-trip deal

$260 or less

Good one-way deal

$164 or less
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/242:39 pmIND - IAD
1 stop8h 18mFrontier
Wed 5/285:15 amIAD - IND
1 stop9h 14mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$198
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/146:00 amIND - DCA
Nonstop1h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/186:50 amDCA - IND
Nonstop1h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/227:30 amIND - IAD
1 stop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/268:34 amIAD - IND
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$199
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sat 5/244:20 pmIND - DCA
1 stop24h 39mFrontier
Sat 5/316:00 pmDCA - IND
1 stop21h 25mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/242:09 pmIND - DCA
1 stop4h 13mDelta
Mon 5/266:00 amDCA - IND
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Deal found 4/28$209
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/227:00 amIND - IAD
1 stop4h 40mDelta
Sun 5/256:00 amIAD - IND
1 stop4h 12mDelta
Deal found 4/29$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 5/146:00 amIND - DCA
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/201:00 pmDCA - IND
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$214
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/195:50 amIND - DCA
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Wed 5/217:30 amDCA - IND
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$234
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/227:15 amIND - IAD
2 stops12h 17mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/253:17 pmIAD - IND
1 stop23h 56mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/29$272
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/265:40 pmIND - IAD
1 stop14h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/305:40 pmIAD - IND
3 stops20h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$273
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/288:07 amIND - IAD
1 stop5h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/45:02 amIAD - IND
2 stops10h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$346

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis to District of Columbia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Indianapolis

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND - IAD

INDIAD

Indianapolis

Sat 5/24

2:39 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

5:15 am-2:29 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$198

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND - DCA

INDDCA

Indianapolis

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/18

6:50 am-8:42 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$199

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND - IAD

INDIAD

Indianapolis

Thu 5/22

7:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop4h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/26

8:34 am-10:24 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$199

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND - DCA

INDDCA

Indianapolis

Sat 5/24

4:20 pm-4:59 pm

1 stop24h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/31

6:00 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$208

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND - DCA

INDDCA

Indianapolis

Sat 5/24

2:09 pm-6:22 pm

1 stop4h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/28

7:54 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$209

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND - IAD

INDIAD

Indianapolis

Thu 5/22

7:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/26

6:00 am-9:51 am

1 stop3h 51m

$209

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND - DCA

INDDCA

Indianapolis

Wed 5/14

9:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop3h 56m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/19

6:00 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$214

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND - DCA

INDDCA

Indianapolis

Mon 5/19

5:50 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/21

7:30 am-1:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$234

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND - IAD

INDIAD

Indianapolis

Thu 5/22

7:15 am-7:32 pm

2 stops12h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/25

3:17 pm-3:13 pm

1 stop23h 56m

$272

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND - IAD

INDIAD

Indianapolis

Sat 7/26

5:40 pm-8:35 am

1 stop14h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/30

5:40 pm-2:18 pm

3 stops20h 38m

$273

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to District of Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Indianapolis to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Indianapolis to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

When flying from Indianapolis to District of Columbia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Indianapolis to District of Columbia. 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
4,295 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,295 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,295 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Indianapolis to District of Columbia?

    If you book a flight to District of Columbia from Indianapolis, you will be flying from Indianapolis, which is the city’s only airport. Indianapolis (IND) is located 8.3 mi from the center of Indianapolis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Indianapolis to District of Columbia one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $107 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $110 and American Airlines from $122 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Indianapolis to District of Columbia?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Indianapolis to District of Columbia consider choosing Republic Airways (89%), Avianca (88%) or Ethiopian Air (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to District of Columbia?

    While on average a flight from Indianapolis to District of Columbia is generally $1,097, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $126. When looking at the most popular route, (Indianapolis - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), you can expect to pay $189 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Indianapolis to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Indianapolis to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Indianapolis to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Indianapolis to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Indianapolis to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 District of Columbia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to District of Columbia. 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 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$113Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$150Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$174Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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