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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Tampa to Indianapolis:

• Earliest: departs at 5:05 am and lands at 7:29 am
• Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 1:19 am.

The flight takes about 2h 24m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Tampa to Indianapolis:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Tampa to Indianapolis takes 2h 24m, covering 839 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 Tampa to Indianapolis range from $314 to $559, with an average of $386 over the past 12 months. Anything below $314 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 60% above the $386 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $209 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $418 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and Allegiant Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Tampa to Indianapolis flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, 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 $212 to $1,735. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

JetBlue is the only airline on the Tampa to Indianapolis route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

One-way fares from Tampa to Indianapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $106, which is 52% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flights from Tampa to Indianapolis usually depart from Tampa (TPA) and arrive at Indianapolis (IND).

One-stop flights from Tampa to Indianapolis most commonly connect through:

• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 48% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 34% of one-stop connections
• Denver Intl (DEN) - 9% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 2% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Tampa to Indianapolis. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $363 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $557, a difference of $194.

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

Only Southwest operates flights between Tampa and Indianapolis.

Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 20m, compared with 4h 34m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 54m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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.

Among airlines operating Tampa to Indianapolis flights:

• Southwest: 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:

• Southwest: 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.

Yes. Smoking is permitted on the observation deck at all active airsides after the security checkpoint. You can access the smoking area outside the Landside Terminal by exiting the entrance on Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3. It is not permitted to smoke anywhere in the terminal complex. Additionally, you are also allowed to bring along regular lighters.

At Tampa International Airport, you can choose from a number of convenient parking options, including an economy garage that’s south of the main terminal; long-term parking, which is close by; a short-term lot that’s on levels 4 to 9 above the main terminal; and a cell-phone waiting lot, which is south of the main terminal and next to economy parking.

The quickest and most affordable way to get to downtown Indianapolis is by taxi, which costs less and takes only about 30 minutes. The route is also served by a few buses, including the Hoosier Ride, which is a bit more expensive but travels quickly; there’s also the IndyGo buses, which are reasonably priced and take about 30 minutes.

At Indianapolis International Airport (IND), nursing rooms are available in Concourse A beside Harry and Izzy's and in Concourse B close to Tinker Coffee. Both of these locations are in the international arrivals area. The pre-security rooms allow only one family, whereas the post-security rooms are spacious and can accommodate multiple users simultaneously.