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$68+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 11/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — WAS
Sep 9 — Sep 161
Wed 9/9
Wed 9/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 10, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Mon 9/147:48 pm -
1 stop13h 37m
Mon 9/216:00 am -
1 stop12h 53m
Deal found 8/7$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/37:48 pm -
1 stop13h 37m
Mon 10/510:22 am -
1 stop8h 31m
Deal found 8/8$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:11 pm -
1 stop13h 15m
Sun 8/306:28 pm -
1 stop22h 58m
Deal found 8/8$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/127:48 pm -
1 stop13h 37m
Mon 9/146:00 am -
1 stop12h 53m
Deal found 8/7$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Wed 9/307:48 pm -
1 stop13h 37m
Sun 10/49:25 pm -
1 stop21h 28m
Deal found 8/9$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/127:48 pm -
1 stop13h 37m
Wed 9/1610:22 am -
1 stop8h 31m
Deal found 8/10$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/267:48 pm -
1 stop13h 37m
Tue 9/299:25 pm -
1 stop21h 28m
Deal found 8/6$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/127:48 pm -
1 stop13h 37m
Thu 9/179:25 pm -
1 stop21h 28m
Deal found 8/7$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/117:48 pm -
1 stop13h 37m
Mon 9/1410:22 am -
1 stop8h 31m
Deal found 8/6$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/207:41 pm -
1 stop12h 50m
Fri 9/2510:22 am -
1 stop8h 31m
Deal found 8/8$162
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/36:04 am -
Nonstop1h 50m
Sat 12/59:59 am -
Nonstop2h 03m
Deal found 8/10$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/45:45 am -
Nonstop1h 41m
Mon 9/710:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 41m
Deal found 8/10$259

Find flight deals from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 August 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$138
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$312

Good round-trip deal

$283 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. 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 August 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

IndianapolisBaltimore

IND Indianapolis - BWI Baltimore/Washington

INDBWI

Indianapolis

Tue 9/22

12:15 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/24

2:20 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$228

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND Indianapolis - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

INDDCA

Indianapolis

Wed 9/23

1:00 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/24

6:55 am-2:50 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$259

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND Indianapolis - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

INDIAD

Indianapolis

Fri 9/25

5:45 am-7:26 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/27

8:20 am-12:42 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$269

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND Indianapolis - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

INDDCA

Indianapolis

Wed 11/18

10:13 am-5:26 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/22

6:10 am-11:17 am

1 stop5h 07m

$279

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND Indianapolis - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

INDDCA

Indianapolis

Wed 9/30

7:36 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop3h 26m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/5

11:10 am-4:26 pm

1 stop5h 16m

$279

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND Indianapolis - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

INDIAD

Indianapolis

Sat 9/12

11:38 am-4:01 pm

1 stop4h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/13

8:20 am-12:52 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$279

IndianapolisBaltimore

IND Indianapolis - BWI Baltimore/Washington

INDBWI

Indianapolis

Tue 9/1

12:15 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/8

7:50 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$279

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND Indianapolis - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

INDIAD

Indianapolis

Fri 10/9

6:25 pm-12:42 am

1 stop6h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 10/13

10:57 am-2:22 pm

1 stop3h 25m

$279

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND Indianapolis - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

INDIAD

Indianapolis

Thu 12/17

7:40 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop3h 41m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/10

6:00 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 32m

$279

IndianapolisWashington, D.C.

IND Indianapolis - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

INDDCA

Indianapolis

Fri 9/11

10:20 am-8:50 pm

2 stops10h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/14

4:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$283

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Indianapolis-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Indianapolis-Washington, D.C. 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 Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Indianapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. (average of $274). Flying from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 10, 2026.

When flying from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 40% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 10, 2026.

The most flights from IND to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $254 and $439 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $138 on Frontier (Sep 14-Sep 21).

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

The price you pay for your flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 27 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated August 10, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.. 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
4,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,214 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,097 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,897 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,715 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,214 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.. 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 from for flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    Most people fly from Indianapolis (IND) if they book a flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.. On average, Indianapolis has 11 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 6 airlines. Indianapolis is conveniently located just 8.3 mi from Indianapolis’s city center.

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

    Southwest, United Airlines, and Frontier can get you from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. in just under 1h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 17m. Airlines will cover a distance of 515 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Delta, at $156, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include JetBlue and American Airlines. Delta is priced at 50% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    $90 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $123 and $129, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular flight routes from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. are Indianapolis - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Indianapolis - Baltimore/Washington and Indianapolis - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Indianapolis, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Ethiopian Air (96%), Austrian Airlines (95%), Mesa Airlines( 95%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $1,798, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $106. The most popular route (Indianapolis - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), is priced around $188.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. (average of $274). Flying from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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 Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.. 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 August 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$96Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$156Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$181Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$186Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$242Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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