Are there direct flights from Dallas to Indianapolis?

Yes, direct flights are available from Dallas to Indianapolis. Historically, approximately 33.2% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include layovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This data reflects trends observed over the trailing 90 days.

How long does it take to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis?

A direct flight from Dallas to Indianapolis typically takes 2 hours and 18 minutes. This corresponds to a median flight time of 138 minutes for non-stop journeys. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to 6 hours and 17 minutes, or 377 minutes. The approximate air distance between the two cities is 1224 kilometers.

Should I set a price alert for Dallas to Indianapolis flights?

Based on historical data from the trailing 30 days, deals for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and good opportunities arise regularly on this route. Setting a price alert could be beneficial to capture favorable fares as they become available.

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Dallas to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

Most itineraries for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis connect at least once, with only 33.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct options exist, travelers should generally expect to factor in at least one connection when planning their journey to Indianapolis.

Right now, cheap flights from Dallas to Indianapolis typically range from $143–$482, with a median of $258. Current fares are above the typical level, and only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting that price alerts can be particularly useful for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis? The data indicates that April is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $113. Following closely, June also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $117. Travelers can also find lower fares in August, where the median price is $128.

A typical journey from Dallas to Indianapolis takes approximately 2h 18m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, as direct flights are not the dominant option on this route. The median connecting flight time is 6h 17m, while non-stop flights have a median duration of 2h 18m.

The distance between Dallas and Indianapolis is 1224 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance typically translates to a relatively quick flight time, especially for direct services, making it a convenient option for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Indianapolis

Regular price: $202 - $258

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis is between $202 and $258. The current lowest deal is $107 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 21-Oct 26.

now $107

Low $202

High $258

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to IND is November, with a median price of $139. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $600. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $139

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $600

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Indianapolis

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$811

$481

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$694

$509

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$1,393

$519

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$770

$509

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$668

$509

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$755

$537

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 19

$1,393 → $508

64%

1 night

Aug 17 - Aug 18

$1,404 → $519

63%

1 night

Aug 21 - Aug 22

$1,347 → $509

62%

2 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 22

$1,336 → $509

62%

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Dallas - Indianapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dallas to Indianapolis are above the typical level at $258.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November offers the lowest median price at $139 from Dallas to Indianapolis.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 18m

The median flight time for direct flights from Dallas to Indianapolis is 2h 18m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has historically offered direct flights on the Dallas to Indianapolis route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines: $107 deal

Frontier Airlines recently offered a deal for $107 from Dallas to Indianapolis.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Dallas to Indianapolis are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

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.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field is an alternative departure airport for your trip to Indianapolis.

📍 ~9 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$224

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights to Indianapolis.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cheapest

Consider CVG for more direct flight options, though a drive of approximately 1.5 to 2 hours is required.

📍 ~175 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$106

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Indianapolis, United States

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From DFW

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Indianapolis, United States

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From DFW

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Indianapolis, United States

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$3,632

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Business Class

From DFW

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Indianapolis, United States

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$1,874

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Business Class

From DFW

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Indianapolis, United States

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$3,218

$1,866

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From DFW

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Indianapolis, United States

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$3,136

$1,866

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From DFW

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Indianapolis, United States

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$3,246

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Indianapolis, United States

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Indianapolis, United States

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From DFW

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis is 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $138. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the travel date. For instance, tickets bought 7-13 days out typically average $1267, while those purchased 0-6 days before departure average $337. Planning ahead by at least 28-59 days can also yield good value, with an average price of $167.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Dallas to Indianapolis is considered to be $143 or less. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $258. Fares can vary, with 75% of prices observed being $482 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices around the $143 mark.

Historically, April and June have offered some of the cheapest flights from Dallas to Indianapolis, with median prices of $113 and $117 respectively. August also shows a relatively low median price of $128. The annual median price for this route is $258, indicating that certain months offer significant savings. These trends are based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Dallas to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Indianapolis

Regular price: $202 - $258

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis is between $202 and $258. The current lowest deal is $107 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 21-Oct 26.

now $107

Low $202

High $258

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to IND is November, with a median price of $139. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $600. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $139

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $600

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Indianapolis

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$811

$481

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$694

$509

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$1,393

$519

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$770

$509

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$668

$509

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DAL - Indianapolis

Dallas (DAL) - Indianapolis (IND)

$755

$537

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 19

$1,393 → $508

64%

1 night

Aug 17 - Aug 18

$1,404 → $519

63%

1 night

Aug 21 - Aug 22

$1,347 → $509

62%

2 nights

Aug 20 - Aug 22

$1,336 → $509

62%

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis

Dallas - Indianapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dallas to Indianapolis are above the typical level at $258.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November offers the lowest median price at $139 from Dallas to Indianapolis.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 18m

The median flight time for direct flights from Dallas to Indianapolis is 2h 18m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has historically offered direct flights on the Dallas to Indianapolis route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines: $107 deal

Frontier Airlines recently offered a deal for $107 from Dallas to Indianapolis.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Dallas to Indianapolis are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

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.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

Dallas Love Field (DAL)

Dallas Love Field is an alternative departure airport for your trip to Indianapolis.

📍 ~9 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$224

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights to Indianapolis.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$121

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cheapest

Consider CVG for more direct flight options, though a drive of approximately 1.5 to 2 hours is required.

📍 ~175 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$106

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Indianapolis

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Best Elite deals to Indianapolis

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From DAL

Indianapolis, United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

Cheap Flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

Today’s best flight deals from Dallas to Indianapolis

Dallas to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Indianapolis

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis

Direct flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Indianapolis

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis

Dallas - Indianapolis route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 18m

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines: $107 deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Dallas main airports to depart from

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Indianapolis

Best Elite deals to Indianapolis

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Oct 22

Oct 05

Dec 10

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

When should I buy Dallas to Indianapolis tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Dallas to Indianapolis?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Dallas to Indianapolis?

Are there direct flights from Dallas to Indianapolis?

How long does it take to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis?

Should I set a price alert for Dallas to Indianapolis flights?

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Flights to Indianapolis from other cities

Dallas to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Indianapolis

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis

Direct flights from Dallas to Indianapolis

Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Indianapolis

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis

Dallas - Indianapolis route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the best prices

Direct flights take 2h 18m

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines: $107 deal

Deals are frequent on this route

Dallas main airports to depart from

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Indianapolis

Best Elite deals to Indianapolis

Aug 17

Oct 22

Oct 05

Dec 10

Aug 23

Sep 23

Oct 22

Oct 30

Sep 23

Sep 22

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Sep 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

When should I buy Dallas to Indianapolis tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Dallas to Indianapolis?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Dallas to Indianapolis?