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$61 Find Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Indianapolis to Charlotte, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$141
Overall average: $481
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/18Wed 3/25
IND - CLT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$405
Typical prices: $461-$571
American Airlines
Tue 3/24Sat 3/28
IND - CLT • Non-stop
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Spirit Airlines
Cheapest • from $141 (round-trip)
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Best reviews • 8.0 score
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte (IND-CLT)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Charlotte

Wed, Mar 18 - Wed, Mar 25
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6:00 am - 1:52 pm
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3:12 pm - 11:15 pm
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8h 03m
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$141Spirit Airlines
Tue, Mar 10 - Tue, Mar 17
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6:00 am - 1:43 pm
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9:18 am - 11:15 pm
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13h 57m
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$144Spirit Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 14
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6:00 am - 11:53 pm
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9:18 am - 11:15 pm
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$149Spirit Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 13
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5:40 pm - 8:03 am
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14h 23m
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9:17 pm - 11:15 pm
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25h 58m
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$153Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 18
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6:00 am - 1:52 pm
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7h 52m
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3:09 pm - 12:08 am
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$155Spirit Airlines
Tue, Mar 24 - Tue, Mar 24
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$156Spirit Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Thu, Apr 16
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$157Multiple Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Fri, Apr 17
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8:30 pm - 6:54 pm
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22h 24m
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12:05 pm - 9:49 am
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21h 44m
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$160Frontier
Tue, Apr 14 - Fri, Apr 17
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6:00 am - 1:52 pm
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7h 52m
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9:28 pm - 12:08 am
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26h 40m
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$162Spirit Airlines
Tue, Apr 14 - Wed, Apr 22
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Indianapolis to Charlotte flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Charlotte on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Indianapolis to Charlotte. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte is September, where tickets cost $203 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $495 and $491 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $485, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Indianapolis to Charlotte, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Indianapolis to Charlotte

 
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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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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.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$61
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 35% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 31% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Indianapolis to Charlotte based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte

  • What are some of the transportation choices at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)?

    One option that travelers who want to use public transportation to get from the airport to the center of Charlotte use is the Line 5 bus operated by the Charlotte Area Transit System, which makes the trip in around 25 minutes. When passengers would prefer to travel in a taxi, they should expect a trip time to the downtown area of around 11 minutes.

  • Are there any hotels close to Charlotte Douglas International Airport?

    Several hotels are adjacent to Little Rock Rd., which is the entryway to the airport property. One of the most convenient properties in this area is the Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte-Airport, which offers a free shuttle not only to and from the airport but also between a number of popular destinations surrounding the hotel.

  • Where is the rental car center at Charlotte Douglas International Airport?

    All the rental car companies that operate at this airport do so in the rental car facility that passengers can find in the lobby on Level 2 of the Hourly Deck that sits right in front of the terminal building. To get to the facility, passengers should exit the terminal on the lower level and then proceed across the roadway by the crosswalk and the covered walkway to enter the Level 2 lobby.

  • Can I use a rideshare service at the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, and if so, where should I plan on meeting my ride?

    There are rideshare services available at this airport, and each one of them does their pick-ups on the baggage claim level in Zone 4.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Indianapolis to Charlotte was $61 for a one-way ticket and $141 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Indianapolis and Charlotte?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

    On your way to Charlotte, you’ll fly out from Indianapolis. You’ll be landing at Charlotte Douglas.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

    American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Indianapolis to Charlotte flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Indianapolis to Charlotte flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Indianapolis and Charlotte.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

    There are nonstop flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte, Southwest or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte are Southwest and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $369 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $439 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Charlotte from Indianapolis is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Charlotte with an airline and back to Indianapolis with another airline. Booking your flights between Indianapolis and CLT can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Charlotte from Indianapolis up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Indianapolis to Charlotte

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $186 or less one-way and $376 or less round-trip.
  • Passengers who are taking a trip from Indianapolis to Charlotte that want to get to the Indianapolis International Airport (IND) from the downtown Indianapolis area without driving in their own car should consider taking the Line 8 bus operated IndyGo that can get them to the airport in around 37 minutes.
  • When you would like to drive your own car to Indianapolis International Airport, it is great to know that this airport offers the convenience of a valet parking program. Passengers looking for a more affordable option should consider the Economy Lot, which features the lowest daily rate for parking, plus you can get from your car to the terminal building on the provided shuttle in around 15 minutes.
  • Military members that are going to be traveling from the Indianapolis International Airport Will find that this airport offers a USO lounge that has a location on the lower level of the terminal near Baggage Claim Three. This lounge features amenities such as complimentary beverages and snacks, televisions with video games, magazines, books, newspapers, and playing cards, as well as comfortable lounge chairs.
  • If by chance, you had found yourself a little bit lost inside the Indianapolis International Airport, one of the ways to get back on track is to visit with the Volunteer Ambassadors that you will find throughout the airport property who do a great job of answering questions and helping passengers get to their destination.
  • If you're traveling through the Indianapolis International Airport and you find that your smart device is running out of steam, this airport offers several charging stations throughout the terminal building, plus there are plenty of under-the-seat charging ports in waiting areas at gates.

Prefer to fly direct from Indianapolis to Charlotte?

 
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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Indianapolis to Charlotte

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Indianapolis to Charlotte. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4298 reviews
7.0Food
8.6Crew
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8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
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Flight was hours late, unable to sit next to spouse, I have had so much better experiences. Substantially better, only saving grace was that it was a short flight.

4.0 Okaybyron, Feb 2026
DAL - SAT
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Flight was hours late, unable to sit next to spouse, I have had so much better experiences. Substantially better, only saving grace was that it was a short flight.

An entire day of delays. Cost lots of money. Meals and a hotel.

The WiFi and crew on the plane were good, however, the boarding experience was awful. I paid for the Choice Preferred and was boarded in group 5 so all overhead storage was full. They found room for our luggage, but further back making getting off the plane a nightmare. Also, we were in row 6 and the seats were extremely uncomfortable. Both my daughter and I had no leg room and couldn’t wait to get off the plane.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

Still need to work out the kinks on the new assigned seating boarding process. Otherwise, a very good flight.

WiFi did not work. Boarding with the new seating assignments took too long. The temperature in the terminal was obnoxious. +/- 80°

The seats are now more narrow. I paid for front row the seats in the front are even more narrow than before.

Only downside was the legroom and seat width, which is always a problem unless I spend more for a premium seat.

My flight from Denver to Minneapolis was excellent. My flight from Minneapolis to Denver was one of the worst I flights I have ever experienced. I had a window seat, the gentleman in the middle seat was morbidly obese and SW should have made him purchase two seats. His elbow dug into my arm most of the way even after I asked to please be careful. I was literally squashed between the him and the window with no wiggle room. The plane was full so it was not possible to ask for a different seat. I realize I should have complained to the flight attendant but I didn't feel anything could be done to rectify the situation. I fly SW often, I will continue to do so as this was my first negative experience.

I was assigned seat 7E, yet my boarding was Group 5, which caused me to have to put my luggage in the back of the plance above `19 or 20 aisle, as passengers who had boarded earlier took the overhead bins in the front. SW needs to monitor bin space and ensure that bin space above the seat are aligned to those sitting near their seats. Also the seating assignments needs to align with group number. Maybe board those last first and so on? Having said the ALL the passengers on the plane were gracious enough to allow me and other passengers in this dilema to retrieve our luggage and helped us along the way. I always love the flight staff, as always their fantastic and I can't rave about them enough!

The TSA check in took 1.5 hours to get through in Austin and I missed my flights back to DC

American has been able to implement an algorithm that makes it possible for nearly every one of my evening flights to be late. Congratulations!

This was a horrible experience. I’ve experienced several delays at this point and still not home. I was supposed to be home by 8:30 last night and here I sit at 7 am on a plane STILL unable to go home because of American Airlines.

I would like the crew to talk LESS over the PA and specifically about credit card offers. I am trying to work, sleep, watch a movie and the PA was booming about a credit card offer. Could we go back to the days when the customer was more important than selling a credit card?

It was a good trip. Flight Attendants were friendly and responsive.

Crew in Columbia was not prepared for landing. It was a bit of a disaster and getting bags took forever.

Tell the crew (when boarding) to yell at the imbeciles blocking us from walking up to scan. I promise everyone crowds around and half of us (most the time I’m group 4) have to push our way through. Your staff is awesome, the public - not so much-

It was fine. My connection in Charlotte to go to WPB was too late and I had to spend the night in the Charlotte Airport in the mini suites.

Nothing to write home about, average flight experience. Seats were spacious enough, crew friendly enough. Loved the AA entertainment/wifi service.

Great flight - friendly and attentive team! Seats in coach were comfy, but a little cramped - but that is the case with all airlines ;)

Flight was delayed for 12 h. They should stop overlooking flights.

Flight was delayed due to waiting for crew! Flight attendants did not offer us food or drinks. Did not communicate with them at all other than at boarding and leaving the plane.

Got surprised by passing an additional fee when selecting seats. No snack or drink offered. Will never use spirit again.

The flight was delayed over an hour which got us into DFW at approximately 2:20 am

Went as planned. No wifi included and no screens. No free snacks. Didn't buy food so can't rate that. Unable to charge devices on plane. Staff were friendly and flight was fast, cheap and convenient.

Horrible experience!! In the meantime we were in Philadelphia they didn’t give us some water and the information about the fly on the plane was without empathy!!! Plus the fly started with delay!! So very unhappy moment!!!

The flight was delayed for unknown reasons while other airlines weren’t. It was very frustrating.

Kayak and Spirit could not meaningfully share itinerary data, leading to many hours of remediation.

Do not fly with Spirit. They will leave you canceled if their flight is not 110% booked.

I paid for the seats in row 3 to embark and disembark quicker but the passengers in the 2 rows in front of me take all the overhead bin space so I am forced to put my luggage 5 rows back. I even opened one up right above my seat which had room but as I was going to fit my carry on a flight atendant said it "was reserved", Just giving my money to a regular airline next time.

Gate not determined until I got to the airport - hard to plan the trip to the airport.

Our flight was canceled. I will never use Kayak nor Frontier for travel again. The entire experience was a headache.

Frontier.. nickel and dime add-ons. Flight late, on time, late again, last minute gate change, arrival gate required a shuttle to the terminal. They sure keep you guessing.. if you like a little chaos and airport anxiety, this is the airline for you!

This is my second time flying with Frontier. My current experience was very favorable. The staff from the gate to the plane was friendly, warm and professional. The food options lacked in my opinion. This area needs some attention in my opinion.

There was no food and no entertainment, so I'm not sure why these are even in the survey, as my understanding is frontier does not ever offer food without a few, not even a snack, and there are no screens so unless the flight safety talk is our entertainment why ask how we liked it?. One of the flight attendants say in the back of the plane as people filed in to their seats, yelling orders about where to put baggage and telling people to hurry up. It was the least professional experience I've ever had on a flight.

Very well recently! Frontier is improving and less harrassing customer on luggages! Positive!

Good for a budget airline! It was easy to get on, staff was really nice. Can’t say anything about the food or entertainment because it wasn’t available, which is fine.

I am writing to express my disappointment with my recent Frontier Airlines flight. I was charged $99 at the gate because my bag was said to be too large, yet once onboard there was no available overhead bin space, and I was required to place the bag under the seat in front of me anyway. This made the charge feel unnecessary and unfair. Additionally, before the flight even took off, I was asked to move from the seat I paid for into a middle seat so another passenger and her cat could have my seat to themselves. I was not offered compensation or an explanation for being moved from a paid seat. Between the unexpected bag fee and being forced to give up my seat, this experience fell well below acceptable customer service standards. I would appreciate a review of this situation and appropriate compensation.

It was costly and difficult to check in. $85 to take a small suitcase with me, carry on or checked and $75 on the return trip, Plus $25 if I didn't check my self in check in $25, because I couldn't do it on the kiosk. Small very uncomfortable seats, waited on the runway for near an hour each way. It was my worst flight to date.

It was ok. It was expensive to check 2 bags ($75.00 per bag), and then it took a long time to wait for shuttle to take us from one terminal to the terminal where the plane was taking off at LAX. And all of this for a flight where we had to pay for any food or drink that was not water.

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