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$63+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Indianapolis (DTT - IND)

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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — IND
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$143
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$63
(CheapOair)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$456

Good round-trip deal

$479 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

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.
Sat 5/241:43 pmDTW - IND
1 stop18h 32mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/3110:50 amIND - DTW
1 stop4h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$143
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.
Tue 6/175:27 amDTW - IND
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/195:00 amIND - DTW
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$179
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/512:32 pmDTW - IND
1 stop6h 19mFrontier
Sat 6/74:13 pmIND - DTW
1 stop18h 38mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$192
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/275:55 amDTW - IND
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Tue 6/35:10 pmIND - DTW
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$253
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/307:59 pmDTW - IND
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Fri 6/63:52 pmIND - DTW
Nonstop1h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/30$339
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.
Tue 6/172:30 pmDTW - IND
2 stops9h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/1911:20 amIND - DTW
1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$350

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Indianapolis 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Indianapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/24

1:43 pm-8:15 am

1 stop18h 32m

Indianapolis

Sat 5/31

10:50 am-3:22 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$143

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/17

5:27 am-10:06 am

1 stop4h 39m

Indianapolis

Thu 6/19

5:00 am-9:32 am

1 stop4h 32m

$179

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/5

12:32 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Indianapolis

Sat 6/7

4:13 pm-10:51 am

1 stop18h 38m

$192

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/27

5:55 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 55m

Indianapolis

Tue 6/3

5:10 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$253

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/30

7:59 pm-9:11 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

Indianapolis

Fri 6/6

3:52 pm-5:01 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$339

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/17

2:30 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Indianapolis

Thu 6/19

11:20 am-4:48 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$350

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/13

9:09 pm-9:45 am

1 stop12h 36m

$63

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/10

9:58 pm-9:51 am

1 stop11h 53m

$87

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/30

9:20 pm-10:08 am

1 stop12h 48m

$128

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/30

6:30 am-2:15 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$170

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Indianapolis in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Detroit-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Indianapolis 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 Detroit-Indianapolis 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 Detroit to Indianapolis

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Detroit 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 DTT to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 May 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Indianapolis in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 66% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Indianapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to IND are scheduled on a Thursday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Indianapolis by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Indianapolis ranges from 2.3 - 5.1 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Indianapolis when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Indianapolis by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Indianapolis, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 28.4 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
7,962 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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 Detroit to Indianapolis. 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 Detroit to Indianapolis?

    If you wish to fly to Indianapolis from Detroit, then you need to book flights from Detroit All airports to Indianapolis. There are 11 flights from All airports (DTT) to Indianapolis (IND) per day to choose from. Flights to Indianapolis from All airports are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 09m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Indianapolis typically takes.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $143, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit to Indianapolis.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Frontier. Spirit Airlines is priced at 61% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $63. Frontier flights start at $87 while deals on Delta start at $128 one-way.

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

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (94%) or Virgin Atlantic (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Indianapolis.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Indianapolis?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit to Indianapolis? While on average our users pay $508, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $198. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Indianapolis), is priced around $154.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Detroit 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 airline flying from Detroit to Indianapolis

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Detroit 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$288Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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