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Cheapest round-trip
$283
Typical prices: $315-$460
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IND - HOU • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$114
Typical prices: $196-$335
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Fri 12/14
IND - HOU • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 39m
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Cheapest • Avg $421 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Hobby (IND-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Hobby

Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 20
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12:10 pm - 1:50 pmIND  Indianapolis-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 40mnonstop
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4:50 pm - 8:05 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-IND Indianapolis
2h 15mnonstop
$283Southwest
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 14
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8:05 am - 9:45 amIND  Indianapolis-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 40mnonstop
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6:35 pm - 9:55 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-IND Indianapolis
2h 20mnonstop
$283Southwest
Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Dec 28
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7:05 am - 12:45 pmIND  Indianapolis-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 40m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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5:00 pm - 12:20 amHOU  Houston Hobby-IND Indianapolis
6h 20m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$287Southwest
Tue, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 30
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7:05 am - 2:00 pmIND  Indianapolis-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 55m2 stops Nashville Intl Birmingham
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10:50 am - 7:55 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-IND Indianapolis
8h 05m2 stops Tulsa Nashville Intl
$287Southwest
Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 30
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7:00 am - 4:29 pmIND  Indianapolis-HOU Houston Hobby
10h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 11:48 amHOU  Houston Hobby-IND Indianapolis
4h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$291Delta
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
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9:00 am - 1:37 pmIND  Indianapolis-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 1:14 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-IND Indianapolis
6h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$297American Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Sat, Jan 16
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6:00 am - 11:02 amIND  Indianapolis-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 1:14 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-IND Indianapolis
6h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$297American Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Sat, Jan 30
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4:45 pm - 10:18 pmIND  Indianapolis-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 33m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:12 am - 6:17 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-IND Indianapolis
6h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$297Delta
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 24
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6:00 am - 11:02 amIND  Indianapolis-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:00 am - 1:14 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-IND Indianapolis
6h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$303American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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8:00 am - 2:13 pmIND  Indianapolis-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:12 am - 12:59 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-IND Indianapolis
5h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$303Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport?

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport typically range from $315 to $460. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $283, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport at $283 round-trip.
•July ($476) and June ($433) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 62% 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 Indianapolis to Hobby

 
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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.

Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on HOU

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

Key details for Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport flights

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The most popular month to fly with an average 21% increase in travelers.
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Your Indianapolis to Houston Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:10 am and lands at 7:49 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:30 pm and lands at 11:09 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 39m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport takes 2h 39m, covering 861 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport range from $315 to $460, with an average of $383 over the past 12 months. Anything below $315 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 93% above the $383 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $380 round-trip, compared to $421 via a layover through Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-700 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby 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 $283 to $2,563. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $160, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $69 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Ace

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 20% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $303 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $433, a difference of $130.

    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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Indianapolis and Houston Hobby Airport.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 47m, compared with 4h 51m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 03m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Houston Hobby Airport?

    Houston Hobby Airport 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 Houston Hobby Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston Hobby Airport are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston Hobby Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

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

    • Southwest: 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.

  • Where can I withdraw money at HOU?

    If you want to withdraw some cash once you disembark from your flight at HOU, there are several ATMs you can use. These ATMs are near the Baggage Claim area on Level 1, the Main Entrance on Level 2, and Gates 1 and 21.

  • Is it possible to rent a car at HOU?

    At HOU, you can easily rent a car. To do so, head to the region near the baggage claim area on the lower level of the airport’s main terminal. Here, you’ll spot desks for car rental agencies such as Hertz, Dollar, Budget, Alamo, Enterprise, and Avis.

  • How early should I get to IND on the day of my flight?

    On the date you’re set to fly from IND to HOU, you should arrive at IND at least 2h in advance of your flight. Arriving at this airport 2h ahead of your flight is in your best interest because it will ensure that you go through the airport’s security checkpoints in time for your flight.

  • What other airport serves Houston apart from HOU?

    Besides HOU, Houston is also served by George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). If you fly into IAH instead of HOU, you can count on encountering heavy passenger traffic, as this airport serves more passengers than HOU. Although IAH has lots of passenger traffic, you’ll still easily find a bus or taxi to travel to Houston, as this airport is served by several METRO buses and taxis.

Your guide to booking Indianapolis to Houston Hobby 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $303, about $130 less than Sunday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 62% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Indianapolis to Houston Hobby Airport trip for August. Fares historically average $283 round-trip in that month - typically $193 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Houston Hobby Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
    • Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
    • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Hobby Airport
  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is home to a USO Lounge. Located on the lower level of its main terminal, in Room 10T.109, this military lounge is reserved for military members and their families. It features spacious seating, various entertainment sources, clean washrooms, and friendly staff.
  • If you’re flying to Houston with your baby, you’ll be able to breastfeed him/her while waiting for your flight at IND. This is because IND has three lactation rooms to cater to nursing mothers traveling with their babies. These rooms, located near Ticket Island #8, the International Arrivals Area in Concourse A, and opposite gate B5 in Concourse B, are equipped with comfortable seating, changing tables, and power outlets.
  • In case you’d like to pray or meditate before boarding your flight at Houston William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), you’ll get the chance to do so at the airport’s Haflich Meditation Room. This room, situated a short distance from the ticketing hall, offers a peaceful environment to gather thoughts and pray. From Sunday to Friday, it is usually open from 5 am to 11 pm, while on Saturdays, it opens at the same time but closes two hours earlier, at 9 pm.
  • HOU has three information desks. They are located near the Houston Interactive Center on Level 1, the security checkpoint on Level 2, and the rotunda on the airside of the airport. At any of these desks, you’ll find an informed airport staff member who will offer you the assistance you need.
  • If you’d like to charge your phone before departing HOU, you should head to the seats near Gates 1 to 5, 20 to 25, 27, and 40 to 51, as these seats have built-in power outlets.

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