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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Indianapolis Airport to Washington D.C.? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $179. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..$95 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $95, select.
Washington D.C..$97 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $97, select.
Washington D.C..$116 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $116, select.
Washington D.C..$172 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $172, select.
Washington D.C..$175 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 May.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Wed, 20 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $175, select.
Washington D.C..$185 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $185, select.
Washington D.C..$185 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Indianapolis on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $185, select.
Washington D.C..$215 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $215, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Indianapolis to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in April.
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Direct flights from Indianapolis to Washington D.C.

Alternative Indianapolis to Washington D.C. routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Indianapolis to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Washington Ronald Reagan

5km from central Washington D.C.
Closest
from $97
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Camp Springs Andrews AFB

17km from central Washington D.C.
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Washington Dulles

37km from central Washington D.C.
Cheapest
from $95
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Baltimore Washington International

44km from central Washington D.C.
from $96
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Manassas

47km from central Washington D.C.
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Indianapolis to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$95
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 42 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week263

Finding cheap flights from Indianapolis to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Indianapolis to Washington D.C. is $179. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 42 minutes is the average flight time from Indianapolis to Washington D.C..
American Airlines, Republic Airways and Southwest Airlines fly direct from Indianapolis to Washington D.C..
As of April 2026, there are 264 flights per week flying from Indianapolis to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Washington D.C. is usually May.
If you're flying from Indianapolis Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 36.5 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from $179.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Indianapolis Airport to Washington D.C. on Friday, 1 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 42 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Travelling from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 55 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC.

  • Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Indianapolis (the location of Indianapolis International Airport).

  • The busiest route is from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Choose from 40 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IND to DCA is the 06:00 American Airlines service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 21:42 with American Airlines.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your IND to Washington DC flight.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Book a direct Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC ticket and make it to your destination faster. IND has nonstop flights to these Washington DC airports:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • You'll have your pick of airlines that operate direct flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC. Get up and away with one of these:

  • IND is about 13 kilometres from central Indianapolis. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.

  • Catching an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near IND:

  • 79.86% of flights that leave from Indianapolis International Airport land at their destination on schedule.

  • You'll find IND at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.

How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Washington DC

  • $95 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC flight. A return plane ticket starts at $179. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap flights from IND to Washington DC, book your journey three months ahead of your departure.

  • July is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from IND to Washington DC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.

  • It typically takes 45 minutes to get there using public transport.

  • Look into staying at a hotel near DCA if you have a late flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC. Select one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about rest:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and discover more of Washington DC and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from IND to Washington DC.

  • You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • After your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC has arrived, you can reach the city centre in around 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 10 minutes or so.

  • Following your IND to Washington DC flight, rest your head at a hotel close to IAD. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:

  • Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt make picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.

  • Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week before your arrival at IAD will help you save.

  • You'll find Washington Dulles International Airport at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share once you've hopped off your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • If you don't want to make your way to the centre, head for a hotel near BWI. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your IND to Washington DC flight:

  • Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget make getting on the road smooth sailing.

  • If you're looking for a vehicle with specific features, book your ride from BWI around two weeks before your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, on top of a better deal.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Washington DC in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • Lock in an Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IND to Washington DC in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without a visit to Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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