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$48+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh (IND - RDU)

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 7/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — RDU
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Wed 7/16
Wed 7/23
1 adult, Economy
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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 Monday 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 July 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$98
(Priceline)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$212

Good round-trip deal

$152 or less

Good one-way deal

$73 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 July 11, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/15:51 pmIND - RDU
Nonstop1h 44mFrontier
Fri 8/86:25 pmRDU - IND
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Deal found 7/8$98
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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.
Mon 8/1110:15 amIND - RDU
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/186:25 pmRDU - IND
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/10$144
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/108:00 amIND - RDU
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Wed 10/156:00 amRDU - IND
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/10$172
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/297:50 pmIND - RDU
1 stop22h 41mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/17:56 pmRDU - IND
1 stop15h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/9$183

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

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IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Fri 8/1

5:51 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/8

6:25 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$98

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Mon 8/11

10:15 am-5:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/18

6:25 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

$144

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Wed 9/10

8:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$172

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Fri 8/29

7:50 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop22h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/1

7:56 pm-11:30 am

1 stop15h 34m

$183

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Mon 7/14

5:51 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$48

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Sat 8/9

10:15 am-5:41 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$72

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Sat 8/2

6:00 am-7:43 pm

1 stop13h 43m

$76

IndianapolisRaleigh

IND - RDU

INDRDU

Indianapolis

Tue 8/26

12:10 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$86

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Deals found on 7/10

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 27, 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 $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 July 11, 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 July 6, 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.

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 July 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Spirit Airlines, and Frontier 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
4,250 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,055 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,271 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

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

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  • How popular is this Indianapolis to Raleigh flight route?

    Within the past month, 3 users have taken a look at flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh-Durham.

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

    Frontier, at $98, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Raleigh.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and Spirit Airlines. Frontier is priced at 68% 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $48. Users have also found prices from $72 and $86 on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Raleigh?

    On average you can expect to pay $139 for a flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh. The cheapest flight overall is $49 while the most popular route, (Indianapolis - Raleigh-Durham) is currently priced at $144.

  • 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?

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  • 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 July 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$132Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$267Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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