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$53+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) to Indianapolis (IND)

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EWR — IND
Aug 2 — Aug 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Indianapolis are usually found in February or October, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$98
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$53
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$222

Good round-trip deal

$133 or less

Good one-way deal

$107 or less
From Newark to Indianapolis
One-way flight from Newark to Indianapolis
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:00 amEWR - IND
1 stop12h 56mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/155:10 amIND - EWR
Nonstop2h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$98
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/165:59 amEWR - IND
1 stop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/185:05 amIND - EWR
Nonstop1h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/27$149

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

Fly from

Newark

Fly to

Indianapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkIndianapolis

EWR - IND

EWRIND

Newark

Wed 8/27

12:00 pm-2:07 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

Indianapolis

Sun 8/31

5:05 am-6:59 am

Nonstop1h 54m

$98

NewarkIndianapolis

EWR - IND

EWRIND

Newark

Sat 8/16

5:59 am-11:11 am

1 stop5h 12m

Indianapolis

Mon 8/18

5:05 am-6:59 am

Nonstop1h 54m

$149

NewarkIndianapolis

EWR - IND

EWRIND

Newark

Fri 10/24

7:08 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

$53

NewarkIndianapolis

EWR - IND

EWRIND

Newark

Sat 8/16

5:59 am-11:11 am

1 stop5h 12m

$83

NewarkIndianapolis

EWR - IND

EWRIND

Newark

Tue 8/19

7:55 pm-10:16 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

$109

NewarkIndianapolis

EWR - IND

EWRIND

Newark

Wed 8/20

5:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$118

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Deals found on 7/26

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Newark Airport to Indianapolis trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort on short flights.


Use Spirit's self-service bag drop for a faster airport experience; print boarding pass beforehand.

United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, perfect for added comfort on domestic flights.


Prepay United's checked bag fees 24 hours before to save money on domestic flights.

Airports
EWR

Plan for long security waits at EWR. Arrive at least two hours early, as wait times can vary significantly.

Read more about EWRby Brandon Schultz
IND

Use IndyGo Route 8 for a budget-friendly trip from IND to downtown Indianapolis, though it may take up to 50 minutes.

Read more about INDby Barbara Noe Kennedy
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Expert on IND

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Indianapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Indianapolis

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

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

The best time to book flights from Newark Airport to Indianapolis is 53 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Newark Airport to Indianapolis is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 53% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Indianapolis flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 Newark Airport to Indianapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Newark 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 28, 2025.

The most flights from EWR to IND are scheduled on a Friday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Newark Airport to Indianapolis. 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.

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

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

    Indianapolis (IND) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Newark to Indianapolis. You should not have trouble finding flights to Indianapolis from Newark; the airport handles an average of 9 inbound flights from Newark per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Indianapolis airport from Newark. It is only a 8.3 mi journey from Indianapolis (IND) to Indianapolis’s city center.

  • How popular is this Newark Airport to Indianapolis flight route?

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Newark Airport to Indianapolis round-trip?

    Currently priced at $98, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Newark Airport to Indianapolis and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Newark Airport to Indianapolis for 55% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $53 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $83 and United Airlines from $109 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Newark Airport to Indianapolis?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Newark Airport to Indianapolis consider choosing Spirit Airlines (83%), Austrian Airlines (65%) or Republic Airways (59%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Newark Airport to Indianapolis?

    On average you can expect to pay $320 for a flight from Newark Airport to Indianapolis. The cheapest flight overall is $53 while the most popular route, (Newark - Indianapolis) is currently priced at $78.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Newark Airport 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 4 airlines flying from Newark to Indianapolis

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$62Average$155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$181Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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