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Cheapest round-trip
$289
Typical prices: $270-$443
American Airlines
Tue 10/30Thu 11/1
IND - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$299
Typical prices: $270-$449
American Airlines
Mon 11/5Thu 11/8
IND - DCA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 50m
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 18% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $292 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 20m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Reagan-National (IND-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Reagan-National

Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
5:41 am - 11:59 amIND  Indianapolis-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 8:29 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-IND Indianapolis
1h 59mnonstop
$289American Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 17
Frontier Logo
4:41 pm - 9:59 pmIND  Indianapolis-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
29h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
8:00 am - 3:30 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-IND Indianapolis
7h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$289Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Sat, Dec 5
Frontier Logo
4:37 pm - 4:59 pmIND  Indianapolis-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
24h 22m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 3:46 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-IND Indianapolis
8h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$289Frontier
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
Southwest Logo
5:55 pm - 11:35 pmIND  Indianapolis-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 11:25 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-IND Indianapolis
8h 45m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
$297Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
American Airlines Logo
8:26 pm - 10:19 pmIND  Indianapolis-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 53mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 8:29 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-IND Indianapolis
1h 59mnonstop
$299American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 2:15 pmIND  Indianapolis-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 11:25 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-IND Indianapolis
8h 45m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
$303Southwest
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
United Airlines Logo
4:43 pm - 9:05 pmIND  Indianapolis-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:43 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-IND Indianapolis
6h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$314United Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Jan 6
United Airlines Logo
3:10 pm - 8:11 pmIND  Indianapolis-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 3:12 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-IND Indianapolis
4h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319United Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 10
JetBlue Logo
6:10 am - 9:08 pmIND  Indianapolis-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
14h 58m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
6:00 am - 9:29 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-IND Indianapolis
15h 29m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$420JetBlue
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
JetBlue Logo
6:00 am - 9:08 pmIND  Indianapolis-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
15h 08m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
7:39 am - 9:29 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-IND Indianapolis
13h 50m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$472JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport typically range from $270 to $443. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $289, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $279 round-trip.
•October ($376) and March ($375) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 34% 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. Reagan-National Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% 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 Reagan-National

 
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Key details for Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$126
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

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Your Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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. Reagan-National Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:55 am and lands at 7:45 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:18 pm and lands at 11:08 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 50m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 1h 50m, covering 498 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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. Reagan-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $270 to $443, with an average of $339 over the past 12 months. Anything below $270 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $339 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $292 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $343 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 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. Reagan-National Airport?

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

  • How are flight departures from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, with 60% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 $289 to $1,071. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $192, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA)?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through?

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 17% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $309 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $420, a difference of $111.

    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. Reagan-National Airport?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 20m, compared with 4h 29m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 32m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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
    • 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.

Your guide to booking Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $309, about $111 less than Sunday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $279 round-trip in that month - typically $97 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 Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $292 round-trip on this route - about $51 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

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Direct departures

Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

American Airlines

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Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Indianapolis

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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