What percentage of Kansas City to Indianapolis flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 20% of flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis have been direct. For itineraries that include stops, the median number of stopovers has been 2. This indicates that a significant portion of travelers on this route typically experience connecting flights.

What's the flight time from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Kansas City to Indianapolis is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. This route covers a distance of 724 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, typically around 5 hours and 23 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Kansas City to Indianapolis flights?

Historically, prices for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis have shown frequent fluctuations. This route is classified as one with frequent price changes. Given this historical trend over the trailing 30 days, setting a price alert could be beneficial for tracking fare changes. This allows travelers to monitor prices and potentially secure a more favorable deal.

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Kansas City to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

For flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis, fares typically range from $327 to $427, with a median price of $357. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis? The most affordable months to fly are January and March, both with a median fare of $175. April also offers a more competitive median fare of $347.

A typical journey from Kansas City to Indianapolis takes about 7h 55m, including connections. This is a short-haul route, covering a distance of 724 km.

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis connect at least once, with only 0.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Regular price: $182 - $343

Prices are currently within the regular range.

Prices for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis typically range from $182 to $343. The current lowest deal is $200 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 6-Oct 22.

now $200

Low $182

High $343

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis

The cheapest month to fly from MKC to IND is January, with a median price of $175. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $419. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $175

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $419

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

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Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

American Airlines

$439

$589

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

American Airlines

$442

$434

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$301

$348

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

American Airlines

$430

$512

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$430

$402

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

American Airlines

$425

$498

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

4 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 29

$301 → $252

16%

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$430 → $402

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

$442 → $434

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$425 → $447

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Kansas City - Indianapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Kansas City to Indianapolis are above the typical level at $200.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January or March for the best prices

Historically, January and March offer the lowest median prices at $175 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 7h 55m

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis is 7h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Connecting flights make up 20% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $200

A recent deal with Frontier Airlines offers a flight for $200 from October 6-October 22.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

Kansas City International Airport is a good option for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$223

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International Airport is ideal for direct access to Indianapolis, offering convenience for your trip.

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

💸 Flights from ~$226

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cheapest

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International is a major international hub with significantly more direct flight options.

📍 ~170 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$210

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Indianapolis, United States

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Indianapolis, United States

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Indianapolis, United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis is typically within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been around $336. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 60+ days out, averaging $370. For comparison, booking 14-27 days in advance typically sees an average price of $350, while 28-59 days out averages $342.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Kansas City to Indianapolis is considered to be $327 or less. The median price observed for this route was $357. Fares at the higher end of the spectrum reached $427. These figures are based on pricing trends over a 90-day period.

Historically, January and March have been the cheapest months to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis, both showing a median price of $175. The annual median price for this route is $357. April has historically been the most expensive month, with a median price of $347. These insights are based on pricing data observed over a 270-day window.

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Kansas City to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

A typical journey from Kansas City to Indianapolis takes about 7h 55m, including connections. This is a short-haul route, covering a distance of 724 km.

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Regular price: $182 - $343

Prices are currently within the regular range.

Prices for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis typically range from $182 to $343. The current lowest deal is $200 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 6-Oct 22.

now $200

Low $182

High $343

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis

January

Cheapest

Flights from $175

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $419

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

United Airlines

Allegiant Air

Frontier Airlines

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

American Airlines

$439

$589

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

American Airlines

$442

$434

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$301

$348

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

American Airlines

$430

$512

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$430

$402

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MCI - Indianapolis

Kansas City (MCI) - Indianapolis (IND)

American Airlines

$425

$498

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

4 nights

Sep 25 - Sep 29

$301 → $252

16%

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$430 → $402

3 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 19

$442 → $434

3 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 21

$425 → $447

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Kansas City - Indianapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Kansas City to Indianapolis are above the typical level at $200.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January or March for the best prices

Historically, January and March offer the lowest median prices at $175 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 7h 55m

The typical flight duration for connecting flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis is 7h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Connecting flights make up 20% of recent deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $200

A recent deal with Frontier Airlines offers a flight for $200 from October 6-October 22.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis appear frequently, typically every 30 days.

Kansas City main airports to depart from

Kansas City International (MCI)

Cheapest

Kansas City International Airport is a good option for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis.

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$223

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International Airport is ideal for direct access to Indianapolis, offering convenience for your trip.

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

💸 Flights from ~$226

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cheapest

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International is a major international hub with significantly more direct flight options.

Indianapolis, United States

73% AI deal score

$817

$597

Save $220

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Today’s best flight deals from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Kansas City to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Direct flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Kansas City - Indianapolis route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in January or March for the best prices

Connecting flights average 7h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $200

Deals appear frequently on this route

Kansas City 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

When should I buy Kansas City to Indianapolis tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

What percentage of Kansas City to Indianapolis flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

Should I set a price alert for Kansas City to Indianapolis flights?

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Kansas City to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

How much is a round trip from Kansas City to Indianapolis

The cheapest time to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Direct flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Last-minute flights going from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Popular Airports to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis

Kansas City - Indianapolis route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in January or March for the best prices

Connecting flights average 7h 55m

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

Frontier Airlines has a deal for $200

Deals appear frequently on this route

Kansas City 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 28

Dec 29

Dec 01

Oct 20

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

When should I buy Kansas City to Indianapolis tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Kansas City to Indianapolis?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City to Indianapolis?