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$74+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis (DTW - 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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — IND
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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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 (DTW) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$154
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$74
(Mytrip)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$471

Good round-trip deal

$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$318 or less
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 6/265:15 amDTW - IND
1 stop11h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/305:45 pmIND - DTW
1 stop13h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$154
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 9/97:00 amDTW - IND
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/107:10 amIND - DTW
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$195
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/258:56 pmDTW - IND
1 stop26h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/14:16 pmIND - DTW
1 stop18h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$205
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 8/76:30 amDTW - IND
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Thu 8/73:40 pmIND - DTW
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$298
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 7/106:00 amDTW - IND
1 stop18h 43mFrontier
Sun 7/131:00 pmIND - DTW
1 stop21h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/1010:10 amDTW - IND
Nonstop1h 14mDelta
Sun 7/1310:29 amIND - DTW
Nonstop1h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/10$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/236:00 amDTW - IND
2 stops7h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/265:45 amIND - DTW
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$464

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Indianapolis

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/26

5:15 am-4:50 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Indianapolis

Mon 6/30

5:45 pm-7:30 am

1 stop13h 45m

$154

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/9

7:00 am-3:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

Indianapolis

Wed 9/10

7:10 am-2:47 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$195

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/25

8:56 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop26h 40m

Indianapolis

Fri 8/1

4:16 pm-10:23 am

1 stop18h 07m

$205

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/7

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop5h 15m

Indianapolis

Thu 8/7

3:40 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$298

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/10

6:00 am-12:43 am

1 stop18h 43m

Indianapolis

Sun 7/13

1:00 pm-10:59 am

1 stop21h 59m

$327

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/10

10:10 am-11:24 am

Nonstop1h 14m

Indianapolis

Sun 7/13

10:29 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 11m

$379

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/23

6:00 am-1:40 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Indianapolis

Sat 7/26

5:45 am-10:13 am

1 stop4h 28m

$464

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/1

5:15 am-10:19 am

1 stop5h 04m

$74

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/15

6:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$138

DetroitIndianapolis

DTW - IND

DTWIND

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/27

2:11 pm-11:03 pm

2 stops32h 52m

$167

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Indianapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 DTW 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 43% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to IND are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit to Indianapolis. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,052 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Indianapolis if you want to fly from Detroit to Indianapolis. At least 1 airline has flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND) on a regular basis. There are 18 flights to Indianapolis from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTW to IND to be around 1h 11m.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Indianapolis, with prices starting at $154. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $195 and $293, respectively. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis for 62% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $74 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $138 and Southwest from $200 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis are SkyWest Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (100%) and Korean Air (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis is generally $384, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $218. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Indianapolis), you can expect to pay $154 for that flight.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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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