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Cheapest round-trip
$135
Typical prices: $328-$500
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IND - BWI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$203
Typical prices: $328-$505
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Wed 11/11Tue 11/17
IND - BWI • Non-stop
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Shortest trip • 3h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. (IND-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

Mon, Nov 2 - Wed, Nov 4
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12:39 pm - 12:11 amIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
11h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:20 pm - 11:44 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
14h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$135Frontier
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
Frontier Logo
12:39 pm - 8:29 amIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
19h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:20 pm - 11:44 amBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
14h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$138Frontier
Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 8
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7:48 pm - 9:25 amIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
13h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:59 pm - 6:21 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
20h 22m1 stop Tampa
$198Multiple Airlines
Sun, Sep 20 - Tue, Sep 22
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10:26 am - 8:31 amIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
22h 05m1 stop Orlando
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9:25 pm - 3:18 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
17h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
$200Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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5:30 pm - 7:05 pmIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 35mnonstop
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10:10 am - 12:05 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
1h 55mnonstop
$203Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 10
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2:10 pm - 3:45 pmIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
1h 35mnonstop
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8:15 pm - 10:05 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
1h 50mnonstop
$203Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:00 am - 10:10 amIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
4h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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2:26 pm - 9:05 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
6h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$209American Airlines
Mon, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 6
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5:07 pm - 11:21 pmIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
6h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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11:13 am - 4:17 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
5h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$209American Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 16
United Airlines Logo
11:38 am - 5:42 pmIND  Indianapolis-BWI Baltimore/Washington
6h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:25 am - 3:17 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-IND Indianapolis
4h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$209United Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
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5:45 am - 7:26 amIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 41mnonstop
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10:15 pm - 11:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
1h 44mnonstop
$259United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. departing in November.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Washington, D.C. from Indianapolis usually cost between $254 and $439 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $135 on Frontier (Nov 2-Nov 4).

What is the cheapest Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. costs $257 on the route between Indianapolis (IND) and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 5% cheaper than other Indianapolis-Washington, D.C. routes. The most popular route is between Indianapolis (IND) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Washington, D.C. back to Indianapolis, the best deals are generally found on Thursday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is December, where tickets cost $274 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $367 and $358 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $358, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 18% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

 
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January

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$68
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

  • Which airline among those flying to Washington, D.C. allows kids to travel?

    If you are flying in the company of your kid from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., you need to book an airline that allows kids to come on board. Delta Airlines allows infants or kids below 2 years to travel on a lap of an adult. It also has kid entertainment that will enhance the comfort and enjoyment of your kid.

  • Which is the suitable airline a reduced mobility passenger can book when flying to Washington, D.C.?

    For those passengers who are mobility-impaired and are in need of traveling from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., they need to book their flight with an airline that offers wheelchair services. Frontier Airlines offers wheelchair services in all airport locations. It also offers mobility assistance to its passengers when in need of it.

  • Which airline has the best carry-on policy when flying to Washington, D.C. from Indianapolis?

    Allegiant Airlines allows its passengers to come on board with one carry-on bag and personal items. Both the luggage items should not exceed 25 lbs. When traveling with your luggage this is the best airline to book.

  • Which is the best transport means I can consider when getting out of the airport?

    After your arrival at BWI Airport, you should consider taking a train from the airport to your destination. This is the most popular public transport means that operates between the airport and the city center. There is an option of renting a car to take you to your destination, which you can also consider.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. was $68 for a one-way ticket and $135 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C.?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    On your way to Washington, D.C., you’ll fly out from Indianapolis. You’ll be landing in one of Washington, D.C.’s 2 airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    American Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C., with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    There are nonstop flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $401 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $293 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C..

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from Indianapolis is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Indianapolis with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from Indianapolis up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $210 or less one-way and $348 or less round-trip.
  • Most of the flights departing from Indianapolis to Washington use Indianapolis International Airport (IND) as the main departing airport and land at Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) as the arrival airport in Washington, D.C. Another route you can also use is departing from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) and landing at Washington Dulles International Airport (AID) - though it is less popular.
  • When you are flying from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., you can choose whether to have one or two layovers along your way depending on the airline you book. Booking of Alaska Airlines allows you to have Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) as your layover airports.
  • Booking Republic Airways for your travel from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. will entitle you to various benefits. This is because IND Airport is the hub for this airline. The airline has frequent daily flying airports to Washington, D.C., so you will be able to book a flight that will suit your daily schedule.
  • If you are located in Downtown Indianapolis and you want to travel to the airport to catch up with your flight to Washington, D.C., you will have to travel via a bus. Other than using a bus which is faster and more affordable you can also consider using a taxi. It is the best option if you are in a hurry.
  • If you want to travel from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. and you have some dietary restrictions that will need you to be served a special meal, you have to book your flight with the airline that has this offer. Booking American Airways will enable you to order your meal according to your dietary requirements. It serves special meals which you have to order 24 hours before departure.

Prefer to fly direct from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C..
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Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. to Indianapolis

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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