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October 20 - October 22

Cheapest

DFW - Indianapolis

$174

$164

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October 20 - October 29

Cheapest

DFW - Indianapolis

$163

$164

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October 20 - November 12

Cheapest

DFW - Indianapolis

$150

$164

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October 20 - November 5

Cheapest

DFW - Indianapolis

$152

$164

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October 20 - November 19

DFW - Indianapolis

$150

$166

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July 15 - July 29

Earliest

DFW - Indianapolis

$166

$167

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September 12 - October 3

DFW - Indianapolis

$226

$173

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September 26 - October 17

Best

DFW - Indianapolis

$240

$173

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November 5 - November 12

DFW - Indianapolis

$246

$184

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October 29 - November 5

DFW - Indianapolis

$171

$184

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Insights for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

A meaningful share of recent fares for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis are non-stop, accounting for 57.1% of itineraries. For the remaining itineraries, most connect once. This means you have a good chance of finding a direct flight, but connecting options are also prevalent.

A typical journey from Dallas to Indianapolis takes about 4h 44m, including connections. This duration reflects the overall travel time for most itineraries on this route, encompassing both direct flights and those with a single stopover.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis? The most affordable months to fly are April, with a median fare of $113, followed by June at $117, and August at $128. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.

Right now, cheap flights from Dallas to Indianapolis typically range from $98–$173, with a median of $135. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 21% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that deals appear regularly. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Indianapolis

Regular price: $133 - $232

Prices for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth International to Indianapolis International are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 133 USD and 232 USD. The current lowest deal is 164 USD with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 20-Oct 22.

now $164

Low $133

High $232

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to IND is April, with a median price of $113. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $585. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $113

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $585

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Direct flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Indianapolis

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$819

$527

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$643

$422

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$688

$450

One-way

Mon, Jun 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$677

$450

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$515

$364

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$519

$364

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

4 nights

Aug 11 - Aug 15

$736 → $364

51%

3 nights

Aug 7 - Aug 10

$741 → $369

50%

3 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 15

$729 → $364

50%

1 night

Aug 1 - Aug 2

$745 → $380

49%

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis

Dallas - Indianapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Dallas to Indianapolis are near the typical level of $135.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis, at $113.

⏱️ Flight duration

Total flight time is 4h 44m

The typical flight duration from Dallas to Indianapolis is 4 hours and 44 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights from Dallas to Indianapolis, with 57.1% of all deals being direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has direct flights

Frontier Airlines is a prominent carrier for direct flights on the Dallas to Indianapolis route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis are frequent, with over 1 per day.

Dallas main airports to depart from

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a convenient option for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis.

📍 ~30 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$164

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field offers another departure choice for your trip from Dallas to Indianapolis.

📍 ~15 km from Dallas city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$252

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$164

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cheapest

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International can be a useful alternative for its extensive carrier options and competitive pricing.

📍 ~175 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Louisville International (SDF)

Louisville International is a significant regional airport with strong connectivity to major US hubs.

📍 ~170 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$180

Dayton International (DAY)

Dayton International often serves as a low-cost alternative for regional travel with faster security processes.

📍 ~140 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$265

Fort Wayne International (FWA)

Fort Wayne International is the primary airport for Northeast Indiana, offering very low congestion and easy parking.

📍 ~170 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$256

Blue Grass (LEX)

Blue Grass provides additional options for travelers heading south, as an alternative for specific carrier availability.

📍 ~220 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$277

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Indianapolis

47% AI deal score

$3,091

From DFW

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Aug 18

Indianapolis, United States

47% AI deal score

$3,126

From DAL

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Jun 21

Indianapolis, United States

45% AI deal score

$2,464

$2,339

Save $125

From DFW

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Aug 18

Indianapolis, United States

42% AI deal score

$3,126

From DFW

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Aug 18

Indianapolis, United States

42% AI deal score

$3,126

From DFW

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Aug 18

Indianapolis, United States

42% AI deal score

$3,126

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

Historically, the best time to purchase flights from Dallas to Indianapolis is typically 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $138. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For example, flights booked 14-27 days out average $187, while those booked 0-6 days before departure average $337. Planning ahead can result in significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Dallas to Indianapolis is considered to be $98 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $135. Fares can vary, with 75% of prices being $173 or less. Travelers looking for value should aim for prices around the $98 mark.

Historically, April and June have offered some of the most affordable flights from Dallas to Indianapolis, with median prices of $113 and $117 respectively. August also shows a competitive median price of $128. While August is also listed as the most expensive month, this indicates price variability within the month. The annual median price for this route is $135.

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