Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

Flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Indianapolis (IND).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis.

Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis pass through?

One-stop flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 48% of one-stop connections • Orlando (MCO) - 11% of one-stop connections • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 10% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $296 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $383, a difference of $87. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Indianapolis?

Some of the most popular sights in Indianapolis are Lucas Oil Stadium, Indiana Convention Center and Gainbridge Fieldhouse. These are among the most viewed places in Indianapolis on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Indianapolis takes 00m, covering 708 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

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 are flight prices from New Orleans to Indianapolis looking right now?

One-way fares from New Orleans to Indianapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $133, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 50m, compared with 4h 29m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 33m via Houston Hobby (HOU).

What is the time difference between New Orleans and Indianapolis?

Indianapolis is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Indianapolis Airport (IND)?

Indianapolis Airport (IND) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include: • Hertz • Dollar • Alamo • Thrifty • Budget

How much should I expect to pay for a New Orleans to Indianapolis flight?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis range from $270 to $402, with an average of $325 over the past 12 months. Anything below $270 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis typically range from $270 to $402. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $128, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Indianapolis. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Indianapolis at $246 round-trip. •March ($511) and April ($466) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

Frontier ($128) and American Airlines ($309) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Indianapolis according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the New Orleans to Indianapolis route. 48% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $188. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from New Orleans to Indianapolis which airport offers the shortest layover?

Nashville Intl (BNA) had the shortest average connection time for New Orleans to Indianapolis layovers at 2h 29m over the past 3 months.

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Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2

6:22 pm - 6:57 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

23h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:52 pm - 4:13 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

21h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$128Frontier

Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21

5:08 pm - 6:57 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

24h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:30 pm - 6:59 amIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

12h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$132Frontier

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

5:05 pm - 7:04 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

24h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:16 pm - 4:10 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

26h 54m2 stops Tampa St. Petersburg Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$205Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Dec 6

2:35 pm - 6:32 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

26h 57m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:19 pm - 8:41 amIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

14h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$211Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Oct 27

8:14 am - 2:45 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

5h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:57 pm - 10:49 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

4h 52m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$309American Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23

10:50 am - 6:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

6h 20m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Baltimore/Washington

5:30 am - 10:10 amIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 40m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$368Southwest

Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 1

5:00 am - 10:42 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

4h 42m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

6:33 pm - 11:59 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

6h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$392United Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 5

7:29 am - 1:08 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

4h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

8:06 pm - 12:08 amIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$399American Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 20

1:55 pm - 8:10 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

5h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

7:00 am - 9:45 amIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

3h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl

$403Southwest

Thu, Dec 17 - Tue, Dec 22

5:00 am - 1:05 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

7h 05m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:02 pm - 11:15 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

10h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

$419United Airlines

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Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

9:05 pm - 10:26 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

12h 21m1 stop Orlando

9:06 pm - 8:10 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

24h 04m1 stop Orlando

$369Frontier

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 7

3:17 pm - 10:25 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

18h 08m1 stop Orlando

4:12 pm - 9:42 amIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

18h 30m1 stop Denver Intl

$425Frontier

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

8:03 pm - 10:25 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

13h 22m1 stop Orlando

9:06 pm - 2:22 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

18h 16m1 stop Orlando

$425Frontier

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

3:17 pm - 10:25 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

18h 08m1 stop Orlando

12:33 pm - 11:05 amIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

23h 32m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tampa

$557Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 7

7:00 am - 5:49 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

9h 49m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:10 am - 1:15 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

6h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$692United Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 7

2:16 pm - 11:44 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

8h 28m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:00 am - 1:13 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

7h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$692United Airlines

Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11

5:05 pm - 8:21 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

26h 16m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando

12:49 pm - 1:59 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

26h 10m3 stops Tweed-New Haven Baltimore/Washington Orlando

$752Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12

11:15 am - 10:25 amMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

22h 10m3 stops Minneapolis St Paul Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Orlando

9:06 pm - 4:10 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

20h 04m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$762Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 6

7:31 am - 3:43 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

7h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:23 pm - 9:32 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

5h 09m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$831American Airlines

Sun, Oct 4 - Tue, Oct 6

6:05 am - 2:01 pmMSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-IND Indianapolis

6h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:40 pm - 4:29 pmIND Indianapolis-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

4h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,092American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Indianapolis? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New Orleans to Indianapolis departing in october.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Indianapolis?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Indianapolis. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Indianapolis? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •February is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Indianapolis at $246 round-trip.
•March ($511) and April ($466) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis.
How long is a flight from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
A nonstop flight from New Orleans to Indianapolis takes 00m, covering 708 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
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 New Orleans to Indianapolis flight?
Round-trip flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis range from $270 to $402, with an average of $325 over the past 12 months. Anything below $270 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from New Orleans to Indianapolis looking right now?
One-way fares from New Orleans to Indianapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $133, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Indianapolis Airport (IND)?
Indianapolis Airport (IND) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Alamo
• Thrifty
• Budget
Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
Flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Indianapolis (IND).
Which airports do connecting flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis pass through?
One-stop flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 48% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 11% of one-stop connections
• Nashville Intl (BNA) - 10% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 23% on flights from New Orleans to Indianapolis. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $296 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $383, a difference of $87.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 50m, compared with 4h 29m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 4h 33m via Houston Hobby (HOU).
What is the time difference between New Orleans and Indianapolis?
Indianapolis is 1 hour ahead of New Orleans (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Indianapolis?
Some of the most popular sights in Indianapolis are Lucas Oil Stadium, Indiana Convention Center and Gainbridge Fieldhouse. These are among the most viewed places in Indianapolis on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $296, about $87 less than Sunday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Indianapolis trip for February. Fares historically average $246 round-trip in that month - typically $265 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Indianapolis Airport.

• Crowne Plaza Indianapolis-Airport By IHG
• Extended Stay America Suites - Indianapolis - Airport
• Comfort Suites near Indianapolis Airport

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