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$101+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis (PHL - IND)

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PHL — IND
Jun 28 — Jul 51
Sat 6/28
Sat 7/5
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Indianapolis are usually found in August or July, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$252
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One-way from

$101
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$420

Good round-trip deal

$457 or less

Good one-way deal

$396 or less
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 23, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/256:13 amPHL - IND
1 stop27h 07mSpirit Airlines
Sun 7/275:30 pmIND - PHL
1 stop22h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/23$252
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/16:15 amPHL - IND
1 stop20h 11mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/75:30 pmIND - PHL
1 stop22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/23$254
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 6/261:02 pmPHL - IND
1 stop26h 42mFrontier
Mon 6/303:24 pmIND - PHL
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Deal found 6/22$256
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 10/95:00 pmPHL - IND
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Sun 10/127:20 pmIND - PHL
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/22$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/228:26 amPHL - IND
Nonstop2h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/297:26 amIND - PHL
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/22$387
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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.
Tue 12/235:50 pmPHL - IND
1 stop6h 07mDelta
Sat 12/275:54 pmIND - PHL
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/23$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 11/1810:05 amPHL - IND
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/199:28 amIND - PHL
1 stop8h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/23$433

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Fri 7/25

6:13 am-9:20 am

1 stop27h 07m

Indianapolis

Sun 7/27

5:30 pm-4:16 pm

1 stop22h 46m

$252

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Fri 8/15

5:15 am-11:47 am

1 stop6h 32m

Indianapolis

Mon 8/18

7:16 pm-1:09 am

1 stop5h 53m

$256

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Tue 7/8

6:15 am-12:43 am

1 stop18h 28m

Indianapolis

Thu 7/10

1:00 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$261

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Thu 10/9

5:00 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Indianapolis

Sun 10/12

7:20 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 10m

$265

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Tue 7/22

8:26 am-10:26 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Indianapolis

Tue 7/29

7:26 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 54m

$387

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Sat 8/23

6:45 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop3h 43m

Indianapolis

Wed 8/27

7:15 am-1:30 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$407

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Tue 11/18

10:05 am-5:54 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Indianapolis

Wed 11/19

9:28 am-5:29 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$433

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Tue 9/9

9:00 am-4:40 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$101

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Mon 6/30

11:49 am-8:15 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$102

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Tue 7/15

6:00 am-4:11 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$105

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis, you should look to book at least 88 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 Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 23, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Indianapolis in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on June 22, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Indianapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 23, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to IND are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 23, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Philadelphia to Indianapolis, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,831 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

    If you book a flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis, you will be flying from Philadelphia to Indianapolis. Flights to Indianapolis (IND) from Philadelphia (PHL) take 1h 56m for a nonstop flight. There are 10 flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis per day from 6 airlines.

  • How popular is this Philadelphia to Indianapolis flight route?

    This flight path from Philadelphia to Indianapolis was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Currently priced at $252, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Philadelphia to Indianapolis and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $261 and $265, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $101. Users have also found prices from $102 and $114 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Philadelphia to Indianapolis on time: PSA Airlines (85%), Aer Lingus (79%), American Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $244. While the most popular route (Philadelphia - Indianapolis) can be booked for $203 on average our data indicates $459 when flying from Philadelphia to Indianapolis.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis (average of $297). Flying from Philadelphia 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Indianapolis

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 June 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$68Average$156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$120Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$156Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$182Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$188Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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