How many flights from New York to Indianapolis are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 29.9% of flights from New York to Indianapolis are non-stop. This indicates that a significant portion of available flights will include at least one stopover. For flights with connections, the median number of stopovers observed has been 2. Travelers prioritizing direct routes should be aware of this distribution when planning their trip.

What's the flight time from New York to Indianapolis?

The median direct flight time from New York to Indianapolis is approximately 2 hours and 6 minutes, covering a distance of 1067 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 11 hours and 31 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct flights for this route. Travelers should account for these durations when choosing their flight option.

Should I set a price alert for New York to Indianapolis flights?

Based on historical data from the trailing 30 days, deals for flights from New York to Indianapolis are classified as frequent. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for good fares occur regularly on this route. Setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a favorable price. The frequent nature of deals indicates that patience and monitoring can lead to savings.

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New York to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Indianapolis

A typical journey from New York to Indianapolis takes about 4h 9m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median duration accounts for the additional time spent during layovers. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

When looking for cheap flights from New York to Indianapolis, you'll find that fares typically range from $279–$771, with a median of $572. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Indianapolis is during April, with a median fare of $104. Other cost-effective months include July, where the median fare is $137, and June, with a median fare of $139. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.

The distance between New York and Indianapolis is 1035 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience, making it a convenient option for regional travel.

How much is a round trip from New York to Indianapolis

Regular price: $233 - $302

Prices for flights from New York to Indianapolis are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from New York to Indianapolis is between $233 and $302. The current lowest deal is $157 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 28-Oct 31.

now $157

Low $233

High $302

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Indianapolis

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to IND is April, with a median price of $104. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $379. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $104

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $379

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New York to Indianapolis

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from New York to Indianapolis

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Indianapolis

New York (EWR) - Indianapolis (IND)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$433

$437

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Indianapolis

New York (EWR) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$436

$386

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Indianapolis

New York (JFK) - Indianapolis (IND)

$527

$433

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Indianapolis

New York (EWR) - Indianapolis (IND)

American Airlines

$424

$428

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Indianapolis

New York (JFK) - Indianapolis (IND)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$458

$460

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Indianapolis

New York (JFK) - Indianapolis (IND)

$509

$479

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Indianapolis

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$287 → $161

44%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

$425 → $302

29%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$287 → $192

33%

2 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 9

$256 → $164

36%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Indianapolis

New York - Indianapolis route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from New York to Indianapolis are above the typical level at $157.

📅 Best time to fly

April offers the lowest median prices

Historically, April has offered the lowest median prices for flights from New York to Indianapolis at $104.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 4h 9m

The median flight time for this short-haul route is 4 hours and 9 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Connecting flights are common, with a median of 2 stopovers for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal

Frontier Airlines recently offered a deal for $157 from October 28-October 31.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from New York to Indianapolis appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

New York main airports to depart from

LaGuardia (LGA)

Cheapest

Fly from LaGuardia for a potentially cheaper option to Indianapolis.

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

💸 Flights from ~$203

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

John F. Kennedy International offers another departure choice for flights to Indianapolis.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$229

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

Consider New York Stewart International Airport as an alternative for your trip to Indianapolis.

📍 ~88 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$210

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International provides a convenient departure point for flights to Indianapolis.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$219

Indianapolis main airports to arrive at

Indianapolis International (IND)

Cheapest

Indianapolis International Airport is the primary airport for Indianapolis, offering convenient access to the city.

📍 ~13 km from Indianapolis (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$203

Airports nearby Indianapolis used as alternative

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International (CVG)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~170 km from Indianapolis (requires a drive of approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, located in Kentucky)

💸 Flights from ~$95

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Indianapolis

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from New York to Indianapolis is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been observed at around $162. Booking within 7-13 days of travel sees prices rise to approximately $240, while waiting until 0-6 days before departure can result in a significantly higher average price of $699. Planning ahead by at least two weeks can lead to considerable savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from New York to Indianapolis is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $279. The median price for this route over the same period has been $572. Prices can go as high as $771 or more, so securing a fare below the $279 threshold indicates a favorable purchase. This threshold is based on an analysis of prices over a 90-day window.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from New York to Indianapolis have been April, July, and June. April typically sees a median price of $104, while July and June follow with median prices of $137 and $139 respectively. These prices are considerably lower than the annual median price of $572 for this route. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months for their journeys.

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New York to Indianapolis: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Indianapolis

How much is a round trip from New York to Indianapolis

Regular price: $233 - $302

Prices for flights from New York to Indianapolis are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from New York to Indianapolis is between $233 and $302. The current lowest deal is $157 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 28-Oct 31.

now $157

Low $233

High $302

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Indianapolis

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to IND is April, with a median price of $104. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $379. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $104

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $379

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New York to Indianapolis

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from New York to Indianapolis

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Indianapolis

New York (EWR) - Indianapolis (IND)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$433

$437

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Indianapolis

New York (EWR) - Indianapolis (IND)

Frontier Airlines

$436

$386

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Indianapolis

New York (JFK) - Indianapolis (IND)

$527

$433

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Indianapolis

New York (EWR) - Indianapolis (IND)

American Airlines

$424

$428

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Indianapolis

New York (JFK) - Indianapolis (IND)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$458

$460

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

JFK - Indianapolis

New York (JFK) - Indianapolis (IND)

$509

$479

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Indianapolis

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$287 → $161

44%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

$425 → $302

29%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$287 → $192

33%

2 nights

Nov 7 - Nov 9

$256 → $164

36%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Indianapolis