$84 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND)

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Indianapolis (DTW-IND)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $84 for one-way flights and $168 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Sat, Aug 9
DTW
Detroit
IND
Indianapolis
$168 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Detroit to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $168 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jul 31 - Sat, Aug 9
DTW
Detroit
IND
Indianapolis
$178 Roundtrip, just found
$178
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 31 from Detroit to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $178 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jul 31 - Thu, Aug 7
DTW
Detroit
IND
Indianapolis
$188 Roundtrip, just found
$188
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 31 from Detroit to Indianapolis, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $188 just found
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Nov 3 - Wed, Nov 5
DTW
Detroit
IND
Indianapolis
$193 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 3 from Detroit to Indianapolis, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $193 found 5 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Mon, Aug 25
DTW
Detroit
IND
Indianapolis
$198 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Detroit to Indianapolis, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $198 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
DTW
Detroit
IND
Indianapolis
$202 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Detroit to Indianapolis, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $202 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jul 31 - Sat, Aug 16
DTW
Detroit
IND
Indianapolis
$208 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 31 from Detroit to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $208 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 11
DTW
Detroit
IND
Indianapolis
$233 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Detroit to Indianapolis, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $233 found 4 days ago
Delta
Mon, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 27
DTW
Detroit
IND
Indianapolis
$335 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$335
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from Detroit to Indianapolis, returning Tue, Jan 27, priced at $335 found 5 hours ago
United
Mon, Aug 25 - Wed, Aug 27
DTW
Detroit
IND
Indianapolis
$363 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$363
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Detroit to Indianapolis, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $363 found 4 days ago

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From $158 - $484 per traveler.

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Select flight to Indianapolis Intl. IND. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $198
IND
Indianapolis Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $198
Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND)
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Indianapolis Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$162
Distance
231 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 11 mins

Detroit to Indianapolis Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit to Indianapolis

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Detroit to Indianapolis are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Detroit to Indianapolis with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to Indianapolis

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Detroit to Indianapolis: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Detroit to Indianapolis

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Detroit to Indianapolis in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $84 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Detroit to Indianapolis flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Detroit to Indianapolis airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) cost?
Cheap return flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) start from $379. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Delta flight leaving DTW on August 16 2025 and touching down at IND. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DTW to IND?
The cheapest flights from DTW to IND are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Catch a direct flight with Delta Air Lines and journey straight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DTW to IND?
Take off from DTW to IND with Delta. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting from $239. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DTW on August 28 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Every day, an average of 3 direct flights operate from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND). Choose the departure date that best suits your plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
More people fly between DTW and IND at 8 AM than at any other time. Rather skip the crowds? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DTW to IND?
Wednesday offers the most flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your itinerary.
What is the earliest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 8:25AM UTC-5, departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). You'll be flying for approximately 1h 24m, coming in to land at Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) at approximately 9:49AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
It takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to travel the 230 mi from DTW to IND.
What airline has the least delays from DTW to IND?
Sun Country Airlines has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND), with an on-time rating of 100%. Use the Expedia App to check your flight schedule before you jet off and receive notifications about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
To avoid potential delays on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Indianapolis from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) is the only airport in Indianapolis with direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Explore the available options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from DTW to IND are typically more expensive. To secure the lowest prices, start looking for flights early. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, it's possible to land a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a DTW to IND flight and hotel package?
Securing a DTW to IND flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip in one place. Choose from our impressive range of accommodations and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Typically, you can cancel or reschedule your DTW to IND flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you want more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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