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Cheapest round-trip
$248
Typical prices: $245-$451
Frontier
Thu 11/15Sat 11/17
IND - DFW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$253
Typical prices: $255-$457
Frontier
Sun 11/25Fri 11/30
IND - DFW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines, Southwest and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 36m
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Cheapest • 3% average savings
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $197 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Dallas (IND-DFW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Dallas

Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 17
Frontier Logo
11:25 am - 7:22 pmIND  Indianapolis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
8h 57m1 stop Orlando
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9:10 pm - 6:57 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IND Indianapolis
20h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$248Frontier
Tue, Dec 22 - Mon, Dec 28
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11:08 am - 9:39 pmIND  Indianapolis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
11h 31m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:58 pm - 10:13 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IND Indianapolis
13h 15m1 stop Orlando
$249Frontier
Sun, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:00 am - 11:13 pmIND  Indianapolis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
18h 13m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:00 am - 3:08 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IND Indianapolis
7h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$253Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Dec 25
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7:47 pm - 9:32 amIND  Indianapolis-DAL Dallas Love Field
14h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 am - 11:26 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-IND Indianapolis
16h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$255Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Fri, Nov 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:25 am - 8:17 amIND  Indianapolis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
21h 52m1 stop Orlando
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5:10 pm - 10:13 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IND Indianapolis
28h 03m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$256Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 26
American Airlines Logo
5:26 pm - 7:11 pmIND  Indianapolis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 45mnonstop
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11:00 am - 2:12 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IND Indianapolis
2h 12mnonstop
$259American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
American Airlines Logo
5:35 am - 7:21 amIND  Indianapolis-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 46mnonstop
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8:26 pm - 11:39 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-IND Indianapolis
2h 13mnonstop
$259American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
Southwest Logo
7:05 am - 8:25 amIND  Indianapolis-DAL Dallas Love Field
2h 20mnonstop
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10:25 am - 1:30 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-IND Indianapolis
2h 05mnonstop
$259Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
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4:20 pm - 5:40 pmIND  Indianapolis-DAL Dallas Love Field
2h 20mnonstop
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9:35 am - 12:40 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-IND Indianapolis
2h 05mnonstop
$259Southwest
Mon, Dec 21 - Fri, Dec 25
Delta Logo
7:47 pm - 9:32 amIND  Indianapolis-DAL Dallas Love Field
14h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:05 am - 6:39 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-IND Indianapolis
11h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$265Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Indianapolis to Dallas flights

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

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Dallas typically range from $245 to $451. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $248, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Dallas. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Dallas at $267 round-trip.
•July ($415) and August ($392) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Indianapolis to Dallas the cheapest?

Flights from Indianapolis to Dallas are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Indianapolis to Dallas

 
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 American Airlines

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.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DFW

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.

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on IND and DAL

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 Indianapolis to Dallas flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Indianapolis to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

When to book flights from Indianapolis to Dallas

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Your Indianapolis to Dallas 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 Indianapolis to Dallas?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:36 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:30 pm and lands at 1:06 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 36m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Indianapolis to Dallas?

    A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Dallas takes 2h 36m, covering 755 miles.

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

    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 Indianapolis to Dallas flight?

    Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Dallas range from $245 to $451, with an average of $335 over the past 12 months. Anything below $245 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $335 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $197 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $340 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Indianapolis to Dallas flights, with 58% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 28%, afternoon flights for 14%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Indianapolis to Dallas 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 $248 to $1,008. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Indianapolis to Dallas flights?

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

    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

    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.

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

    One-way fares from Indianapolis to Dallas are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $115, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Dallas?

    Since Dallas is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) — daily rates averaging $57:

    • Easirent
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Ace
    • Thrifty

    Near Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) — daily rates averaging $57:

    • Easirent
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Indianapolis to Dallas usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and may arrive at several airports in Dallas area, including Dallas Addison (ADS), Dallas Love Field (DAL) and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

    • Orlando (MCO) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Indianapolis to Dallas. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $305 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $393, a difference of $88.

    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 Indianapolis to Dallas?

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

    • American Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 17m, compared with 4h 29m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 4h 43m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Dallas?

    Dallas is 1 hour behind Indianapolis (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dallas?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dallas are American Airlines Center, Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and Dallas World Aquarium. These are among the most viewed places in Dallas on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Indianapolis to Dallas flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: 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 Indianapolis to Dallas flights?

    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
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Frontier: 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 Indianapolis to Dallas 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 $305, about $88 less than Sunday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Indianapolis to Dallas trip for October. Fares historically average $267 round-trip in that month - typically $148 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $197 round-trip on this route - about $143 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Dallas Addison Airport

    • Clarion Pointe Addison - Dallas North
    • Residence Inn by Marriott Dallas Addison/Quorum Drive
    • Dallas/Addison Marriott Quorum by the Galleria

    Near Dallas Love Field Airport

    • Dallas Love Field Inn
    • Wingate by Wyndham Dallas Love Field
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Love Field

Prefer to fly direct from Indianapolis to Dallas?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Indianapolis Airport to Dallas, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Indianapolis to Dallas

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Dallas to Indianapolis

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

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More options for your flight from Indianapolis to Dallas

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