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$65+ Cheap flights from Dallas to Indianapolis (IND)

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DFW — IND
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas to Indianapolis are usually found in September or August, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas (A78) to Indianapolis (IND). 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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$108
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$65
(Cheapflightsfares)

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September

Average price

$210
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/225:35 amDFW - IND
1 stop9h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/286:24 pmIND - DFW
1 stop6h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$108
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/222:57 pmDFW - IND
Nonstop2h 28mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/261:58 pmIND - DFW
1 stop8h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$115
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/87:25 amDFW - IND
Nonstop2h 20mFrontier
Mon 8/1111:45 amIND - DFW
Nonstop2h 30mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$119
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/128:40 pmDAL - IND
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Sun 9/146:05 amIND - DAL
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$135
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/47:10 amDFW - IND
Nonstop2h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/68:35 amIND - DFW
Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$135
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Sat 8/235:45 amDAL - IND
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Tue 8/261:55 pmIND - DAL
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 7/31$196

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

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Indianapolis

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Depart

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Price

DallasIndianapolis

DFW - IND

DFWIND

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 9/22

5:35 am-4:11 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Indianapolis

Sun 9/28

6:24 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$108

DallasIndianapolis

DFW - IND

DFWIND

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 9/22

2:57 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop2h 28m

Indianapolis

Fri 9/26

1:58 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$115

DallasIndianapolis

DFW - IND

DFWIND

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 8/8

7:25 am-10:45 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Indianapolis

Mon 8/11

11:45 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$119

DallasIndianapolis

DAL - IND

DALIND

Dallas Love Field

Fri 9/12

8:40 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Indianapolis

Sun 9/14

6:05 am-7:15 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$135

DallasIndianapolis

DFW - IND

DFWIND

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 9/4

7:10 am-10:26 am

Nonstop2h 16m

Indianapolis

Sat 9/6

8:35 am-10:00 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$135

DallasIndianapolis

DAL - IND

DALIND

Dallas Love Field

Sat 8/23

5:45 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Indianapolis

Tue 8/26

1:55 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$196

DallasIndianapolis

DFW - IND

DFWIND

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 10/17

7:59 pm-10:30 am

1 stop13h 31m

$65

DallasIndianapolis

DFW - IND

DFWIND

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 10/29

4:47 pm-7:58 pm

Nonstop2h 11m

$67

DallasIndianapolis

DAL - IND

DALIND

Dallas Love Field

Wed 10/29

7:25 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$68

DallasIndianapolis

DFW - IND

DFWIND

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 8/22

6:13 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop2h 23m

$69

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The best insider tips for Dallas to Indianapolis flights

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

DFW's Skylink Train connects all terminals quickly, running every two minutes, ideal for navigating this large airport efficiently.

Read more about DFWby Chris Dong
DAL

DAL's security lines are swift, with a single checkpoint and real-time wait times online, making it ideal for quick departures.

Read more about DALby Paul Rubio
IND

From IND, IndyGo Route 8 offers a budget-friendly ride to downtown, though it takes about 50 minutes due to its non-express route.

Read more about INDby Barbara Noe Kennedy
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Chris Dong

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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 Dallas to Indianapolis

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dallas to Indianapolis, you should look to book at least 79 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Dallas to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $361). 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 DFW to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas 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 July 31, 2025.

When flying from Dallas 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 30% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Dallas to Indianapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas 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 July 31, 2025.

The most flights from A78 to IND are scheduled on a Thursday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Dallas to Indianapolis to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dallas 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 Dallas?

    For a flight from Dallas 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 11 inbound flights from Dallas per day. 6 airlines have flights to Indianapolis from Dallas on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dallas to Indianapolis round-trip from $108. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $119, and Southwest, from $135. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 59% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $65 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $67 and Southwest from $68 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Dallas to Indianapolis are Envoy Air (100%), Japan Airlines (84%) and Frontier (83%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas to Indianapolis?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Dallas to Indianapolis? While on average our users pay $165, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $39. The most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Indianapolis), is priced around $57.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Dallas to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $361). 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 Dallas to Indianapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Dallas 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$50Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$80Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$116Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$135Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$150Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$230Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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