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$73+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh (IND - RDU)

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IND — RDU
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Indianapolis to Raleigh-Durham are usually found in July or August, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$176
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$73
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$252

Good round-trip deal

$98 or less

Good one-way deal

$80 or less
From Indianapolis to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh-Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh-Durham.
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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 June 12, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/275:44 pmIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 46mFrontier
Mon 6/306:25 pmRDU - IND
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$176
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/241:17 pmIND - RDU
1 stop25h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/283:55 pmRDU - IND
1 stop20h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$186
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/115:51 pmIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/147:13 pmRDU - IND
1 stop20h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$193
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/27:55 pmIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 44mDelta
Mon 9/225:30 pmRDU - IND
Nonstop1h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/10$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/304:43 pmIND - RDU
1 stop4h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/41:30 pmRDU - IND
2 stops6h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/143:40 pmIND - RDU
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Tue 8/1911:40 amRDU - IND
2 stops9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/178:48 amIND - RDU
1 stop5h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/176:39 pmRDU - IND
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$319

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

Fly from

Indianapolis

Fly to

Raleigh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Fri 6/27

5:44 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/30

6:25 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$176

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 6/25

7:59 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop22h 22m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 6/30

7:16 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop23h 36m

$187

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Fri 7/11

5:51 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/14

7:13 pm-3:24 pm

1 stop20h 11m

$193

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Tue 9/2

7:55 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/22

5:30 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$217

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Mon 6/30

4:43 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/4

1:30 pm-8:03 pm

2 stops6h 33m

$242

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Thu 8/14

3:40 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/19

11:40 am-9:00 pm

2 stops9h 20m

$247

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Sun 8/17

8:48 am-2:02 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/17

6:39 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$319

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Sat 7/12

10:15 am-5:41 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$73

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Mon 7/7

5:51 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$99

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 7/16

2:01 pm-8:15 am

1 stop18h 14m

$103

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh

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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 June 9, 2025.

Booking 65 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 $294). 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Raleigh in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 48% 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 June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Raleigh flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons 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.

Rainfall in Raleigh by month

Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Raleigh by month

Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis to Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this Indianapolis to Raleigh flight route?

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

    Frontier, at $176, 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 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $73. Users have also found prices from $99 and $119 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh?

    On average you can expect to pay $131 for a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh. The cheapest flight overall is $39 while the most popular route, (Indianapolis - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $187.

  • 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 $294). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$80Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$240Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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