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Cheapest round-trip
$158
Typical prices: $399-$687
Frontier
Sat 12/8Sat 12/15
IND - DTW • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$445
Typical prices: $427-$689
Delta
Thu 12/20Mon 1/1
IND - DTW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h 18m
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 21% price drop
June
Most popular
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Newark (EWR)
Cheapest • Avg $254 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 3h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Detroit (IND-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Detroit

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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1:20 pm - 10:50 amIND  Indianapolis-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
45h 30m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:07 pm - 6:34 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IND Indianapolis
6h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$158Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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1:20 pm - 11:21 amIND  Indianapolis-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 01m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:07 pm - 6:34 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IND Indianapolis
6h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$165Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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7:19 pm - 11:11 amIND  Indianapolis-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:33 pm - 12:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IND Indianapolis
14h 52m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$195Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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7:19 pm - 3:16 pmIND  Indianapolis-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 57m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Houston George Bush Intcntl
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9:33 pm - 7:32 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IND Indianapolis
21h 59m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$197Frontier
Thu, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 23
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7:00 am - 3:53 pmIND  Indianapolis-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 53m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:26 pm - 1:41 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IND Indianapolis
16h 15m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$241Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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7:39 pm - 11:21 amIND  Indianapolis-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 42m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:33 pm - 6:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IND Indianapolis
21h 16m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$265Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 21 - Sat, Jan 23
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12:47 pm - 12:55 amIND  Indianapolis-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 08m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
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9:26 pm - 1:41 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IND Indianapolis
16h 15m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$272Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 20 - Fri, Jan 1
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5:52 pm - 7:09 pmIND  Indianapolis-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 17mnonstop
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9:40 pm - 11:08 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IND Indianapolis
1h 28mnonstop
$445Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:30 am - 7:49 amIND  Indianapolis-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 19mnonstop
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10:50 pm - 12:13 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IND Indianapolis
1h 23mnonstop
$449Delta
Sat, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 21
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5:52 pm - 7:09 pmIND  Indianapolis-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 17mnonstop
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6:10 pm - 7:33 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IND Indianapolis
1h 23mnonstop
$449Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport typically range from $399 to $687. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $158, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 38% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $430 round-trip.
•May ($797) and September ($790) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$70
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Indianapolis to Detroit

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Your Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times currently scheduled from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:10 am and lands at 7:28 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:09 pm and lands at 12:27 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 18m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes about 1h 18m, covering 231 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $399 to $687, with an average of $545 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $254 round-trip via Newark (EWR), compared to $552 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    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 Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    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 Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is most often the busiest departure period on Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, and evening flights for 16%.

  • Have flight prices from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 $158 to $1,166. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Delta is typically the only airline on the Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $168, which is 52% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 45% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 51% on flights from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $339 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $687, a difference of $348.

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

  • What airlines fly from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Delta currently operates flights between Indianapolis and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on a regular basis.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 53m, compared with 4h 09m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 9h 57m via Orlando (MCO).

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Little Caesars Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer free seat selection on Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Only Delta currently offers free seat selection on this route. Availability depends on fare class.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom on Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Only Delta currently offers extra legroom on this route. Availability can vary by aircraft type and fare class.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $339, about $348 less than Tuesday fares (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $430 round-trip in that month - typically $367 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Newark Airport (EWR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $254 round-trip on this route - about $298 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

    • The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

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Direct departures

Indianapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Indianapolis

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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