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

• Earliest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 9:53 am
• Latest: departs at 8:20 pm and lands at 11:13 pm.

The flight takes about 2h 53m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Boston to Indianapolis:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Boston to Indianapolis takes 2h 53m, covering 816 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Boston to Indianapolis range from $409 to $599, with an average of $491 over the past 12 months. Anything below $409 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the $491 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $131 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $494 for nonstop.

Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Allegiant Air has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Boston to Indianapolis flights are:

• Delta: 85% on time
• Allegiant Air: 84% on time
• American Airlines: 84% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Boston to Indianapolis flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 16%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $329 to $1,034. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Boston to Indianapolis flights:

• American Airlines
• Delta

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Boston to Indianapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $212, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Boston to Indianapolis usually depart from Boston Logan Intl (BOS) and arrive at Indianapolis (IND).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Boston to Indianapolis route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 48m.

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

• Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 47% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 8% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Boston to Indianapolis. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $450 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $692, a difference of $242.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

3 airlines operate flights between Boston and Indianapolis. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• American Airlines
• Allegiant Air

Flying via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 37m, compared with 4h 38m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 5h via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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.

Among airlines operating Boston to Indianapolis flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

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

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• JetBlue: 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.

Boston Logan Airport is about 3 miles away from downtown Boston. You can use multiple means of transport to get there, but none is as cheap and reliable as the bus. To get to the airport, board the SL1 bus from South Station Downtown. The bus goes straight to the airport, where you’ll be dropped off at Terminal A.

Travelers have four options when it comes to long-term parking at Boston Logan Airport. There’s a parking garage close to Terminal B, another parking lot near Terminal E, the Economy Parking, which sits towards the northeast side of the airport, and the central parking garage. There’s also the option of off-site parking provided by independent companies with a shuttle that takes passengers to their boarding terminals.

While there are multiple means of transport available to downtown Indianapolis, the cheapest one would be taking the bus. Several bus services offer transport from Indianapolis airport to various regions in the city, including downtown. Just head to the ground transportation center at the airport and take the number 8 bus to catch one. After boarding the bus, alight at the station on Maryland Street right in the heart of Downtown Indianapolis.

Indianapolis Airport has two lounges where travelers can rest and wind down after a tiring flight. The Delta Sky Club is located Airside on Concourse A, shortly after the security line but before Starbucks. They have a variety of amenities, including snacks, drinks, and comfortable seating. The other lounge at Indianapolis International Airport is the USO Lounge. It is reserved for active US military personnel and features a range of amenities that include complimentary snacks and beverages, a library, and a kids' play area.