$81 Cheap Flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Philadelphia (PHL)

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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Philadelphia (IND-PHL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $81 for one-way flights and $193 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 22
IND
Indianapolis
PHL
Philadelphia
$193 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $193 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 13
IND
Indianapolis
PHL
Philadelphia
$194 Roundtrip, just found
$194
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $194 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Thu, Sep 4
IND
Indianapolis
PHL
Philadelphia
$194 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $194 found 4 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 13
IND
Indianapolis
PHL
Philadelphia
$199 Roundtrip, just found
$199
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $199 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jul 29 - Thu, Sep 4
IND
Indianapolis
PHL
Philadelphia
$199 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 29 from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $199 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 2
IND
Indianapolis
PHL
Philadelphia
$204 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $204 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 10
IND
Indianapolis
PHL
Philadelphia
$205 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$205
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 5 from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $205 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Tue, Sep 9
IND
Indianapolis
PHL
Philadelphia
$207 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$207
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, returning Tue, Sep 9, priced at $207 found 4 days ago
Sun Country Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 14
IND
Indianapolis
PHL
Philadelphia
$337 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$337
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $337 found 2 days ago
Delta
Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6
IND
Indianapolis
PHL
Philadelphia
$365 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$365
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Indianapolis to Philadelphia, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $365 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Philadelphia (PHL)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $245 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Philadelphia (PHL)
Origin airport
Indianapolis Intl.
Destination airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$193
Distance
586 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 52 mins

Indianapolis to Philadelphia Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Indianapolis to Philadelphia

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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Philadelphia with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Philadelphia

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Indianapolis to Philadelphia: 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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia

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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $81 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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia 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 Indianapolis to Philadelphia 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 Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) start from $387. 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 American Airlines flight leaving IND on July 30 2025 and touching down at PHL. The price was last updated on July 9 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from IND to PHL?
The cheapest flights from IND to PHL 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 Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Catch a nonstop flight with American Airlines and travel straight from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from IND to PHL?
With prices as low as $245 for a one-way flight from IND to PHL, American Airlines is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from IND on August 20 2025. Prices were last updated on July 9 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
When departing from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND), you can take your pick from an average of 3 daily nonstop flights to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
More people fly between IND and PHL at 5 AM than at any other time of day. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from IND to PHL?
If you travel on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of options for flights from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL).
What is the earliest flight from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)'s first flight to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) departs at approximately 5:46AM UTC-5. With a flight time of 1h 54m, you'll arrive at around 7:40AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
Flights from IND to PHL have an average travel time of 1 hour and 53 minutes. The distance between the two is 590 mi.
What airline has the least delays from IND to PHL?
Consider traveling with American Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) without any holdups. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 83%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
To land at Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) on schedule, book a flight that leaves from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**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 Philadelphia from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Compare your flight options from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL). This is the only Philadelphia airport you can fly into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a flight from IND to PHL often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute discounts, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans for a better chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an IND to PHL flight and hotel package?
Securing an IND to PHL flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our extensive range of hotels 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 Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) to Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)?
In most instances, you can reschedule or cancel your IND to PHL flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and policies on flight changes, or if you need more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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