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Cheapest round-trip
$271
Typical prices: $264-$502
Frontier
Fri 10/19Wed 10/24
IAD - IND • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$299
Typical prices: $270-$513
United Airlines
Sat 11/3Wed 11/7
IAD - IND • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 51m
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 25 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $237 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dulles Intl to Indianapolis (IAD-IND)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dulles Intl to Indianapolis

Sat, Oct 17 - Sun, Oct 18
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7:50 am - 7:04 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
11h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:22 pm - 11:34 amIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$271Frontier
Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 25
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7:50 am - 7:04 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
11h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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11:21 am - 10:17 amIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 56m1 stop Orlando
$271Frontier
Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
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11:12 am - 10:26 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
23h 14m1 stop Orlando
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11:21 am - 10:17 amIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 56m1 stop Orlando
$271Frontier
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:50 am - 7:04 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
11h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:10 pm - 8:11 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 01m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$271Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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8:25 am - 10:20 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
1h 55mnonstop
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2:50 pm - 4:35 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$299United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:10 pm - 11:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
1h 49mnonstop
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5:45 am - 7:30 amIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$299United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 8
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10:10 pm - 11:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
1h 49mnonstop
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5:45 am - 7:30 amIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 45mnonstop
$299United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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1:24 pm - 7:13 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
5h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:32 pm - 10:59 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$319American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sat, Oct 31
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5:01 am - 10:03 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
5h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:00 am - 12:51 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
6h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$319American Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
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8:07 pm - 12:38 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-IND Indianapolis
4h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:32 pm - 10:59 pmIND  Indianapolis-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 27m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$319American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis flights

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis typically range from $264 to $502. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $271, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 55% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis at $279 round-trip.
•May ($447) and March ($438) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis are cheapest 25 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dulles Intl to Indianapolis

 
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Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on IAD

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on IND

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

Key details for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$159
Beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis

When to book flights from Dulles Intl to Indianapolis

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Your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:24 am and lands at 10:15 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:15 pm and lands at 12:06 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 51m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis takes 1h 51m, covering 475 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis range from $264 to $502, with an average of $350 over the past 12 months. Anything below $264 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 41% above the $350 route average. Book 25 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $237 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $360 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

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

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis flights, with 25% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 25%.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis 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 $271 to $1,037. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $199, which is 22% 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis usually depart from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and arrive at Indianapolis (IND).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis pass through?

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $290 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $544, a difference of $254.

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Indianapolis.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 43m, compared with 4h 12m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 47m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • 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.

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

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

    • United 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis 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 Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $290, about $254 less than Monday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 25 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Indianapolis trip for November. Fares historically average $279 round-trip in that month - typically $168 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $237 round-trip on this route - about $122 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 Indianapolis Airport.

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

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Indianapolis

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

United Airlines

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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