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$72+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis (PHL - 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — IND
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$143
(Priceline)

One-way from

$72
(Priceline)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$440

Good round-trip deal

$441 or less

Good one-way deal

$287 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 September 11, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/295:15 amPHL - IND
1 stop5h 56mFrontier
Thu 10/26:53 pmIND - PHL
1 stop5h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$143
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/198:10 amPHL - IND
1 stop10h 34mFrontier
Mon 9/226:05 pmIND - PHL
1 stop6h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$144
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/316:19 amPHL - IND
1 stop13h 25mFrontier
Mon 11/310:14 pmIND - PHL
1 stop16h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$145
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/65:15 amPHL - IND
1 stop5h 56mFrontier
Mon 10/66:05 pmIND - PHL
1 stop6h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$150
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/89:14 pmPHL - IND
1 stop11h 30mFrontier
Wed 10/155:24 pmIND - PHL
1 stop11h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$151
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/35:15 amPHL - IND
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Mon 10/610:47 amIND - PHL
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 11/145:50 amPHL - IND
1 stop5h 32mFrontier
Sun 11/1610:21 pmIND - PHL
1 stop27h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$157
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:23 pmPHL - IND
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
Fri 10/318:39 pmIND - PHL
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$159
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/255:15 amPHL - IND
1 stop12h 43mFrontier
Fri 9/2610:47 amIND - PHL
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/114:00 pmPHL - IND
1 stop16h 44mFrontier
Mon 10/1311:31 amIND - PHL
1 stop21h 41mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$163
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/198:10 amPHL - IND
1 stop10h 34mFrontier
Sat 9/206:26 pmIND - PHL
1 stop13h 05mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$166
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:19 amPHL - IND
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Sun 11/98:39 pmIND - PHL
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$167

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Price

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Fri 10/3

12:30 pm-5:26 pm

1 stop28h 56m

Indianapolis

Mon 10/6

6:05 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop25h 59m

$144

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Thu 9/18

5:15 am-5:58 pm

1 stop12h 43m

Indianapolis

Fri 9/19

6:21 pm-12:52 am

1 stop6h 31m

$145

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Thu 10/9

6:15 am-9:11 pm

1 stop14h 56m

Indianapolis

Tue 10/14

5:30 am-12:53 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$186

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Thu 9/18

5:00 am-5:09 pm

1 stop12h 09m

Indianapolis

Fri 9/19

6:21 pm-12:52 am

1 stop6h 31m

$196

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Sat 10/11

4:00 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Indianapolis

Wed 10/15

5:15 am-8:04 pm

2 stops14h 49m

$198

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Wed 10/8

9:14 pm-8:44 am

1 stop11h 30m

Indianapolis

Wed 10/15

5:15 am-8:04 pm

2 stops14h 49m

$199

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Wed 10/8

5:25 am-1:50 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Indianapolis

Wed 10/15

12:55 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$229

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Sun 10/12

5:20 am-12:27 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Indianapolis

Tue 10/14

5:30 am-12:53 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$235

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Fri 9/19

9:50 pm-11:11 pm

2 stops25h 21m

Indianapolis

Tue 9/30

7:43 pm-9:46 am

1 stop14h 03m

$242

PhiladelphiaIndianapolis

PHL - IND

PHLIND

Philadelphia

Thu 10/2

11:24 am-9:47 am

1 stop22h 23m

Indianapolis

Sun 10/5

7:34 pm-4:32 pm

1 stop20h 58m

$242

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Indianapolis from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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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 August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis, you should look to book at least 81 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 $286). 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 September 11, 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 6% 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 September 7, 2025.

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

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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Philadelphia to Indianapolis by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 57m for a nonstop flight. There are 9 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.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

    For as low as $144, Frontier can have you in Indianapolis from Philadelphia in 28h 56m. Philadelphia and Indianapolis are separated by a distance of 586 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $128, Frontier will fly you from Philadelphia to Indianapolis and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $184 and $246, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 73% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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: Alaska Airlines (85%), PSA Airlines (80%), Piedmont Airlines (69%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $266. While the most popular route (Philadelphia - Indianapolis) can be booked for $167 on average, our data indicates $440 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 $286). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$184Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$247Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$315Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$351Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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