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

• Earliest: departs at 5:45 am and lands at 7:35 am
• Latest: departs at 9:18 pm and lands at 11:08 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 50m.

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

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

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

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.

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. range from $274 to $456, with an average of $346 over the past 12 months. Anything below $274 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the $346 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $290 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $350 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. flights, with 45% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $275 to $1,384. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

American Airlines is the only airline on the Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $188, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates averaging $71:

• Sixt
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Alamo

Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates averaging $70:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Budget
• Sixt
• Thrifty

Flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 14% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 27% on flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $326 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $444, a difference of $118.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C.. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• United Airlines

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 01m, compared with 4h 38m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 4h 39m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

Among airlines operating Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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
• 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.