Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapest round-trip flights$240
Frontier1 stop22 hrThu, Jul 9 — Sun, Jul 12
The cheapest round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is currently $240
Cheapest one-way flight$105
Frontier1 stop6 hrWed, Sep 9
The cheapest one-way flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is currently $105
Cheapest nonstop flights$249
AmericanNonstop2 hrThu, Jul 16 — Sun, Jul 19
The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is currently $249
Last-minute weekend getaway$275
Frontier1 stop11 hrFri, Jun 26 — Mon, Jun 29
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is currently $275
Cheapest business class flights$421
AmericanNonstop2 hrThu, Jul 16 — Sun, Jul 19
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is currently $421
Fastest flight1 hr 35 minThe fastest nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. takes 1 hr 35 min
Nonstop flightsEvery dayThere are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically June.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $140–190
June
Most expensive
Typical prices: $245–320

Popular airlines from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

  • American
    Nonstop
    from $249
    Typical price: $185–320
    40 weekly nonstop flights
    IND - DCAEvery day
    1036 weekly connecting flights
    IND - BWI, DCA, IADEvery day
  • United
    Nonstop
    from $249
    Typical price: $185–320
    27 weekly nonstop flights
    IND - IADEvery day
    1179 weekly connecting flights
    IND - BWI, DCA, IADEvery day
  • Southwest
    Nonstop
    from $269
    Typical price: $220–355
    27 weekly nonstop flights
    IND - BWIEvery day
    1065 weekly connecting flights
    IND - BWI, DCAEvery day
  • Delta
    from $269
    Typical price: $205–425
    1096 weekly connecting flights
    IND - BWI, DCA, IADEvery day
  • Alaska
    from $646
    Typical price: $650–1,500
    56 weekly connecting flights
    IND - BWI, DCA, IADEvery day
  • Frontier
    from $240
    Typical price: $180–550
    51 weekly connecting flights
    IND - BWI, DCA, IADEvery day

Popular airports near Indianapolis

  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
    IndianapolisUnited States20 min8 mi
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
    ChicagoUnited States3 hr 10 min178 mi
  • Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
    CincinnatiUnited States1 hr 56 min93 mi
  • Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
    ChicagoUnited States3 hr 2 min162 mi

Popular airports near Washington, D.C.

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
    WashingtonUnited States18 min4 mi
  • Dulles International Airport (IAD)
    WashingtonUnited States55 min22 mi
  • Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
    BaltimoreUnited States51 min27 mi
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
    PhiladelphiaUnited States2 hr 19 min116 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $140 to $190.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $240. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $105.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest American flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $249, flying from Jul 16 to Jul 19.
  • The cheapest United flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $249, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 9.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $269, flying from Aug 20 to Aug 23.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $269, flying from Jul 23 to Jul 26.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $646, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 13.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $240, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 12.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. starts at $240 from Thu, Jul 9 to Sun, Jul 12. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $105 and departs on Wed, Sep 9.
1 hr 35 min is the shortest flight time from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C..
Mid-Mar–Jun is Washington DC's busiest time, with many people timing their visits to coincide with cherry blossom season (late Mar–mid Apr). Washington DC’s conference centers and hotels also bustle while Congress is in session (Sep–Nov and mid-Jan–Jun). Jul–Aug tend to be hot and humid, while snowfall can vary widely in winter. The city’s most popular events are the annual Cherry Blossom Festival in spring, the 4th of July celebration in summer, and the lighting of the National Christmas Tree in winter.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C..
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C..

In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 40 nonstop flights and 1,036 connecting flights per week. American flies from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).

In terms of flights, United is the most popular. United offers 27 nonstop flights and 1,179 connecting flights per week. United flies from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).

Other popular airlines flying from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. are:
  • Southwest offers 27 nonstop flights and 1,065 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
  • Delta offers 1,096 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).
  • Alaska offers 56 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).
  • Frontier offers 51 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD).
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C..
The cheapest round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $240. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $105.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest American flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $249, flying from Jul 16 to Jul 19.
  • The cheapest United flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $249, flying from Aug 6 to Aug 9.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $269, flying from Aug 20 to Aug 23.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $269, flying from Jul 23 to Jul 26.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $646, flying from Sep 12 to Sep 13.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. is $240, flying from Jul 9 to Jul 12.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C..
  • There are 40 American direct flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 27 United direct flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 27 Southwest direct flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. at price $275 is offered by Frontier from Fri, Jun 26 to Mon, Jun 29.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C..
  • There are 40 American direct flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 27 United direct flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 27 Southwest direct flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. start at $249 from Thu, Jul 16 to Sun, Jul 19 with American.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. start at $421 from Thu, Jul 16 to Sun, Jul 19 with American.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. start at $240 from Thu, Jul 9 to Sun, Jul 12.
To book business class trips from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. starts at $275 from Fri, Jun 26 to Mon, Jun 29 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. at price $275 is offered by Frontier from Fri, Jun 26 to Mon, Jun 29.
To find last-minute flight deals from Indianapolis to Washington, D.C., start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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