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$137+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Indianapolis (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 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — IND
Dec 18 — Dec 251
Thu 12/18
Thu 12/25
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 18, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Thu 12/47:18 pmIAD - IND
1 stop19h 52mFrontier
Mon 12/87:45 pmIND - IAD
1 stop18h 44mFrontier
Deal found 11/16$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Sat 12/139:20 pmIAD - IND
1 stop12h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1012:21 pmIND - IAD
1 stop19h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/16$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Thu 12/1110:07 pmIAD - IND
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/135:45 amIND - IAD
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$198
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Fri 12/128:30 amIAD - IND
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/146:00 amIND - IAD
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$199
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Tue 12/306:34 amIAD - IND
1 stop11h 10mFrontier
Mon 1/51:09 pmIND - IAD
1 stop5h 07mFrontier
Deal found 11/17$200
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 12/168:30 amIAD - IND
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/235:45 amIND - IAD
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/16$202
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Sat 12/2010:06 pmIAD - IND
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/295:45 amIND - IAD
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Fri 12/58:30 amIAD - IND
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/87:44 pmIND - IAD
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/16$204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Thu 12/1110:07 pmIAD - IND
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/146:00 amIND - IAD
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$208
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/245:31 pmIAD - IND
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/285:45 amIND - IAD
Nonstop1h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Tue 11/258:44 amIAD - IND
1 stop23h 53mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/29:03 amIND - IAD
2 stops29h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$213

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 November 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$137
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$259

Good round-trip deal

$216 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl 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 November 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Dulles Intl

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Indianapolis

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Price

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/28

10:06 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

Indianapolis

Sun 1/4

7:45 pm-12:15 am

1 stop4h 30m

$199

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 1/7

5:10 pm-7:02 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

Indianapolis

Sat 1/10

7:15 am-11:46 am

1 stop4h 31m

$199

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/12

6:30 am-11:23 am

1 stop4h 53m

Indianapolis

Mon 12/15

7:44 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$199

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/6

1:05 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Indianapolis

Sat 1/10

7:43 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$199

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/11

10:07 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

Indianapolis

Sun 12/14

6:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop5h 49m

$208

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/30

6:00 am-11:29 am

1 stop5h 29m

Indianapolis

Wed 1/7

4:20 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$209

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/22

5:17 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Indianapolis

Sun 1/25

7:05 am-11:46 am

1 stop4h 41m

$209

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/13

8:30 am-10:24 am

Nonstop1h 54m

Indianapolis

Sat 12/20

5:45 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$220

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-9:52 am

1 stop3h 52m

Indianapolis

Mon 12/8

6:42 pm-12:12 am

1 stop5h 30m

$224

Washington, D.C.Indianapolis

IAD - IND

IADIND

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/3

6:00 am-11:29 am

1 stop5h 29m

Indianapolis

Sat 12/6

5:34 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$224

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dulles Intl to Indianapolis in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Indianapolis flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Indianapolis flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Indianapolis flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-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 Dulles Intl to Indianapolis

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Indianapolis from Dulles Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on November 14, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 41 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis (average of $135). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $215). 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 IAD to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 November 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 43% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis trip
Airports
IAD

Check-in at IAD can be crowded in the afternoon and evening, so arrive early to avoid long lines.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
IND

From IND, take IndyGo Route 8 to downtown Indianapolis. It's a budget-friendly option, though travel time can be up to 50 minutes.

Read more about INDby Barbara Noe Kennedy
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Award-winning travel journalist Barbara Noe Kennedy writes about destinations around the world—but her heart is in her home state of Virginia, where she’s always researching her next travel story.

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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 November 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,019 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,003 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Indianapolis (IND) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Indianapolis. You should not have trouble finding flights to Indianapolis from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl; the airport handles an average of 12 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights to the Indianapolis airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. It is only a 8.3 mi journey from Indianapolis (IND) to Indianapolis’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis can take about 1h 53m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $199. The distance from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis is about 475 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis round-trip from $191. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Delta. United Airlines is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

    Consider Mesa Airlines (87%), Ethiopian Air (87%) or Copa Airlines (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis is generally $255, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $128. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Indianapolis), you can expect to pay $189 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Indianapolis?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis (average of $135). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis in April is currently the most expensive (average of $215). 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 2 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Indianapolis

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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 November 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$191Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$203Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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