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Cheapest round-trip
$100
Typical prices: $347-$576
Frontier
Mon 12/3Sat 12/8
BWI - IND • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$257
Typical prices: $353-$586
Southwest
Fri 12/7Mon 12/10
BWI - IND • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 53m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 46% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $238 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 07m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis (BWI-IND)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Baltimore to Indianapolis

Thu, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 8
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1:54 pm - 7:07 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
5h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:19 pm - 9:07 amIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
13h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$100Frontier
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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10:35 am - 6:32 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
7h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:52 pm - 8:40 amIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
12h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$105Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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10:10 am - 12:05 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
1h 55mnonstop
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5:30 pm - 7:10 pmIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 40mnonstop
$257Southwest
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Dec 10
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10:10 am - 12:05 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
1h 55mnonstop
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2:10 pm - 3:45 pmIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 35mnonstop
$257Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:00 am - 9:53 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
3h 53m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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7:42 pm - 11:35 pmIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
3h 53m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$267Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 17
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6:00 am - 11:34 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
5h 34m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta Logo
8:00 am - 12:54 pmIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$267Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
7:11 am - 12:10 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
4h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:06 pm - 11:55 pmIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
3h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$277American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Fri, Jan 1
American Airlines Logo
8:19 pm - 12:31 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
4h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:28 am - 10:27 amIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$323American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 19
United Airlines Logo
12:34 pm - 5:52 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
5h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 10:29 amIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$411United Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 1
United Airlines Logo
9:52 am - 3:01 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
5h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:05 am - 3:20 pmIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
6h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$423United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Baltimore to Indianapolis flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

Round-trip flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis typically range from $347 to $576. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $100, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Baltimore to Indianapolis. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Baltimore to Indianapolis at $366 round-trip.
•September ($514) and February ($499) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 40% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis the cheapest?

Flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 46% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Baltimore to Indianapolis

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on BWI

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on IND

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

Key details for Baltimore to Indianapolis flights

Low season

February

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Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis

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Your Baltimore to Indianapolis flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Baltimore to Indianapolis:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:40 am and lands at 9:33 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 12:48 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 53m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis.

  • How long is a flight from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

    A nonstop flight from Baltimore to Indianapolis takes 1h 53m, covering 515 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Baltimore to Indianapolis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis range from $347 to $576, with an average of $420 over the past 12 months. Anything below $347 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Baltimore to Indianapolis flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 60% above the $420 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $238 round-trip via Orlando (MCO), compared to $429 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Baltimore to Indianapolis spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Baltimore to Indianapolis flights, with 25% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 25%.

  • Have flight prices from Baltimore to Indianapolis changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $100 to $927. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Baltimore to Indianapolis looking right now?

    One-way fares from Baltimore to Indianapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $133, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Indianapolis Airport (IND)?

    Indianapolis Airport (IND) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

    Flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis usually depart from Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and arrive at Indianapolis (IND).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis pass through?

    One-stop flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 43% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $379 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $555, a difference of $176.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Baltimore and Indianapolis.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 07m, compared with 4h 29m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 35m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Indianapolis?

    Some of the most popular sights in Indianapolis are Lucas Oil Stadium, Indiana Convention Center and Gainbridge Fieldhouse. These are among the most viewed places in Indianapolis on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Baltimore to Indianapolis flights?

    Among airlines operating Baltimore to Indianapolis flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Baltimore to Indianapolis flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Baltimore to Indianapolis flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $379, about $176 less than Sunday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 46% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Baltimore to Indianapolis trip for December. Fares historically average $366 round-trip in that month - typically $148 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Orlando Airport (MCO) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $238 round-trip on this route - about $191 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Indianapolis Airport.

    • Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Airport By IHG
    • Extended Stay America Suites - Indianapolis - Airport
    • Comfort Suites near Indianapolis Airport

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