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Cheapest round-trip
$271
Typical prices: $266-$432
Frontier
Tue 12/11Thu 12/13
IND - IAD • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$321
Typical prices: $273-$445
United Airlines
Sat 12/1Wed 12/5
IND - IAD • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 46m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $249 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Dulles Intl (IND-IAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Dulles Intl

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Frontier Logo
2:38 pm - 5:38 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 00m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:33 pm - 3:46 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
21h 13m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
$271Frontier
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
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11:32 am - 6:06 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 34m1 stop Orlando
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9:37 pm - 3:17 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
17h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Denver Intl
$272Frontier
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
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4:06 pm - 2:49 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 43m2 stops Denver Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:34 pm - 6:34 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
27h 00m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$275Frontier
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 9:25 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 45mnonstop
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5:40 pm - 7:34 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
1h 54mnonstop
$321United Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6
United Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 9:25 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 45mnonstop
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5:40 pm - 7:34 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
1h 54mnonstop
$325United Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
United Airlines Logo
7:40 pm - 9:25 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 45mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:40 pm - 7:34 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
1h 54mnonstop
$325United Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
4:22 pm - 12:41 amIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:39 pm - 6:24 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
5h 45m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$331Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Sat, Jan 9
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 4:02 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:55 pm - 12:46 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
6h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$331Delta
Sun, Dec 20 - Sun, Jan 10
American Airlines Logo
8:02 am - 2:51 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
7:14 pm - 11:51 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
4h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$349American Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Dec 25
American Airlines Logo
3:33 pm - 10:13 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:11 am - 2:56 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
5h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$349American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport typically range from $266 to $432. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $271, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 19% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at $279 round-trip.
•November ($404) and October ($404) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% 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 Dulles Intl

 
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Key details for Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$178
Beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 20% increase in travelers.
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Your Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times currently scheduled from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:45 am and lands at 7:31 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:45 pm and lands at 9:31 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 46m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes about 1h 46m, covering 475 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from $266 to $432, with an average of $334 over the past 12 months. Anything below $266 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 29% above the $334 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $249 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $338 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Embraer 175 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is most often the busiest departure period on Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, and evening flights for 33%.

  • Have flight prices from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 $271 to $1,239. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $211, which is 24% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 16% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $309 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $399, a difference of $90.

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Only United Airlines currently operates flights between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on a regular basis.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 56m, compared with 4h 52m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 53m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer free seat selection on Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom on Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Only United Airlines 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

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

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $309, about $90 less than Tuesday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $279 round-trip in that month - typically $125 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $249 round-trip on this route - about $89 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

United Airlines

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Indianapolis

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

United Airlines

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

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United Airlines

Saturday

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Sunday

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