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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis

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Today’s best flight deals from Des Moines to Indianapolis

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Des Moines to Indianapolis

August 15 - August 16

Cheapest

DSM - Indianapolis

$416

$246

Round trip

December 9 - December 12

Best

DSM - Indianapolis

$445

$252

Round trip

August 9 - August 16

DSM - Indianapolis

$396

$264

Round trip

September 13 - September 23

DSM - Indianapolis

$364

$269

Round trip

September 13 - October 7

DSM - Indianapolis

$345

$270

Round trip

October 5 - October 14

DSM - Indianapolis

$429

$271

Round trip

October 1 - October 14

DSM - Indianapolis

$404

$271

Round trip

September 28 - October 14

DSM - Indianapolis

$367

$272

Round trip

July 15 - July 22

Earliest

DSM - Indianapolis

$383

$273

Round trip

August 9 - August 13

DSM - Indianapolis

$417

$274

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis

Right now, 50% of recent fares for flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis are considered a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $331–$511, with a median of $357. Current fares are below the typical level, suggesting a favorable time to consider booking.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis? The most affordable month to fly is typically March, with a median fare of $174. Other cost-effective options include May, where the median fare is $336, and September, with a median fare of $341.
A typical journey from Des Moines to Indianapolis takes about 8h 19m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. This indicates that direct flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis are not available, and travelers should plan for a journey involving at least one stop.
The distance between Des Moines and Indianapolis is 653 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance typically involves a shorter travel time compared to medium or long-haul flights, though the necessity of connections on this specific route extends the overall journey duration.

How much is a round trip from Des Moines to Indianapolis

Regular price: $349 - $633

Prices for flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $349 and $633. The current lowest deal is $246 with Allegiant Air, for travel from Aug 15-Aug 16.

now $246

Low $349

High $633

The cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis

The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis is March, with a median price of $174. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $456. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $174

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $456

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Direct flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis

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Last-minute flights going from Des Moines to Indianapolis

Tue, Jun 16

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Indianapolis

Des Moines (DSM) - Indianapolis (IND)

$566

$762

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Indianapolis

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Des Moines (DSM) - Indianapolis (IND)

American Airlines

$555

$756

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Indianapolis

Des Moines (DSM) - Indianapolis (IND)

$565

$757

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Indianapolis

Des Moines (DSM) - Indianapolis (IND)

$559

$757

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Indianapolis

Des Moines (DSM) - Indianapolis (IND)

$561

$762

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DSM - Indianapolis

Des Moines (DSM) - Indianapolis (IND)

$555

$768

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis

3 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 12

$445  →  $252

43%

1 night

Aug 15 - Aug 16

$416  →  $246

41%

9 nights

Oct 5 - Oct 14

$429  →  $271

37%

1 night

Oct 30 - Oct 31

$466  →  $318

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis

Des Moines - Indianapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Des Moines to Indianapolis are below the typical level, with a median price of $357.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically cheapest at $174

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis, with a median price of $174.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 8h 19m

Flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis typically involve connections, with a median flight time of 8h 19m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals on connecting flights

This route frequently has deals available for connecting flights, with 0.9 deals per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air offers deals on this route

Allegiant Air has offered deals on this route, with 27 direct deals historically.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 50% of the time

Historically, good prices for flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis are available 50% of the time.

Des Moines main airports to depart from

Des Moines International (DSM)

Cheapest

Des Moines International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Indianapolis.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$246

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International is a convenient arrival airport for your trip from Des Moines to Indianapolis.

📍 ~15 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$246

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cheapest

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International is a major international hub with extensive carrier options and competitive pricing.

📍 ~175 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$212

Louisville International (SDF)

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

📍 ~180 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$264

Dayton International (DAY)

Dayton International often serves as a low-cost alternative for regional travel with a smaller terminal.

📍 ~140 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$319

Fort Wayne International (FWA)

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

📍 ~160 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$289

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 ~$258

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Aug 17

Indianapolis, United States

81% AI deal score

$1,271

$554

Save $717

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Jul 22

Indianapolis, United States

79% AI deal score

$1,151

$583

Save $568

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Oct 30

Indianapolis, United States

79% AI deal score

$1,378

$617

Save $761

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Jul 22

Indianapolis, United States

78% AI deal score

$1,086

$594

Save $492

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Aug 17

Indianapolis, United States

78% AI deal score

$1,274

$690

Save $584

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Jul 15

Indianapolis, United States

77% AI deal score

$910

$543

Save $367

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Jul 07

Indianapolis, United States

76% AI deal score

$987

$600

Save $387

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Jun 17

Indianapolis, United States

75% AI deal score

$1,645

$957

Save $688

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Jun 26

Indianapolis, United States

50% AI deal score

$1,072

$912

Save $160

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Jun 18

Indianapolis, United States

44% AI deal score

$1,693

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring fare trends can be beneficial. Avoiding peak travel seasons can also lead to more economical options.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer alternative flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your travel time, checking airports within a reasonable distance could potentially lead to savings. Always factor in the cost and time of ground transportation.

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