Flying from Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport (IND): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL). Check out your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport (IND) leaving from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport flight is 2 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Indianapolis is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Dallas. Indianapolis International Airport is located in Indianapolis.
With 38 direct flights a week between the two airports, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is the most popular route. Frontier Airlines operates the earliest flight at 6:15am. If you'd like to get more out of your day before flying, the last departure from DFW to IND is with American Airlines at 9:05pm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dallas to IND. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
You can jump on a direct flight from Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport (IND) out of Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW).
Popular carriers that operate direct flights from Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport leaving from DFW include:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between DFW and IND is American Airlines.
The carrier with the best punctuality score on this route is Frontier Airlines. Its services arrive as planned 70.83% of the time.
Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Dallas, DFW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
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72% of flights that take off from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Consider starting your trip from Dallas Love Field (DAL). You can book a direct Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport (IND) plane ticket with departures from here.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Dallas to IND departing from DAL. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and get to your destination in one go.
On the DAL to IND route, Southwest Airlines is the preferred choice for many passengers.
Southwest Airlines is the most reliable carrier flying between Dallas Love Field and Indianapolis International Airport, with 74.9% of its services arriving as planned.
DAL is about 13 kilometres from central Dallas. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Dallas Love Field the day before your Dallas to IND flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Dallas Love Field has an on-time arrival performance of 74%.
The street address for DAL is 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
About Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near IND:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport flight.
You'll find IND at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
Getting from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to central Indianapolis
Indianapolis International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Indianapolis. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
$57 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport. Return flights start at $114. These prices may change depending on demand.
Book two months before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Dallas to IND.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to Indianapolis. July is when most people book flights from Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport (IND), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Dallas to IND plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Indianapolis to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC (12ºF) and 6ºC (43ºF).
More about Indianapolis
Start your Indianapolis trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Dallas to Indianapolis International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis are top attractions which should be on any good Indianapolis itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Indianapolis. Around 257 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Columbus is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres east of Indianapolis. No trip is complete without dropping by Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
