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$49+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh (IND - RDU)

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IND — RDU
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Sun 10/19
Sun 10/26
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Indianapolis to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in June or August, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$131
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$49
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$352

Good round-trip deal

$170 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 19, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/69:49 amIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Sun 11/99:35 pmRDU - IND
1 stop23h 44mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$131
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 10/169:54 amIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Mon 10/2012:43 pmRDU - IND
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$132
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/269:54 amIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Sun 10/269:36 pmRDU - IND
1 stop23h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$133
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/610:47 amIND - RDU
1 stop6h 24mFrontier
Thu 10/97:17 pmRDU - IND
Nonstop1h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$136
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2412:55 pmIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Sun 10/269:36 pmRDU - IND
1 stop23h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2610:47 amIND - RDU
1 stop6h 24mFrontier
Sat 9/2710:48 amRDU - IND
1 stop6h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$143
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 10/310:47 amIND - RDU
1 stop6h 24mFrontier
Sun 10/59:55 pmRDU - IND
1 stop11h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$144
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:58 pmIND - RDU
1 stop14h 55mFrontier
Thu 10/29:02 pmRDU - IND
1 stop20h 19mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$145
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:17 pmIND - RDU
1 stop5h 39mFrontier
Sun 11/27:25 pmRDU - IND
Nonstop1h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$148

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh 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 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Indianapolis

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Raleigh

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Depart

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Price

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Fri 10/3

10:47 am-5:11 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/4

10:48 am-5:26 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$144

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Mon 10/6

10:47 am-5:11 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/9

9:36 pm-8:01 am

1 stop10h 25m

$164

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 2/18

12:45 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/25

10:05 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$219

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 2/18

5:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/25

6:15 am-3:05 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$222

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Sat 11/1

11:54 am-4:07 pm

1 stop4h 13m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/8

11:28 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$229

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 10/15

7:00 am-11:29 am

1 stop4h 29m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/21

5:00 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$229

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 10/22

6:30 am-12:12 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/26

5:15 am-8:55 am

1 stop3h 40m

$239

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Tue 12/9

12:09 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/15

6:00 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 27m

$239

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 12/10

7:00 am-1:07 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 12/15

8:06 pm-12:27 am

1 stop4h 21m

$239

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Thu 1/15

7:15 am-2:06 pm

2 stops6h 51m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/17

1:29 pm-5:52 pm

1 stop4h 23m

$244

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 54 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Indianapolis to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 IND to RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 19, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Raleigh in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 36% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Raleigh. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated September 19, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Indianapolis to Raleigh. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
7,964 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
3,171 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

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  • How popular is this Indianapolis to Raleigh flight route?

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh-Durham.

  • How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh?

    For as low as $219, Frontier can have you in Raleigh from Indianapolis in 1h 55m. Airlines will cover a distance of 488 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Frontier, at $86, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Raleigh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. Frontier is priced at 73% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh consider choosing Frontier (86%), Delta (82%) or Endeavor Airlines (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh?

    On average you can expect to pay $213 for a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh. The cheapest flight overall is $72 while the most popular route, (Indianapolis - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $151.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Indianapolis to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 Indianapolis to Raleigh

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh. 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 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$86Average$181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$207Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$231Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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