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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis from $89

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Delta Logo
6:19 am - 11:30 am
DSM
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IND
4h 11m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 9:56 am
IND
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DSM
4h 41m
1 stop
$251Delta
Sat, Feb 28 - Tue, Mar 3
Delta Logo
12:25 pm - 5:25 pm
DSM
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IND
4h 00m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 10:17 am
IND
-
DSM
4h 17m
1 stop
$264Delta
Tue, Feb 17 - Thu, Feb 19
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 6:00 pm
DSM
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IND
10h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 9:10 pm
IND
-
DSM
11h 40m
2 stops
$267Southwest
Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 1:10 pm
DSM
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IND
6h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
10:30 am - 9:10 pm
IND
-
DSM
11h 40m
2 stops
$280Southwest
Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 4
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 10:18 am
DSM
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IND
3h 18m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:37 pm - 11:29 pm
IND
-
DSM
4h 52m
1 stop
$302American Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 10:05 pm
DSM
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IND
5h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:20 am - 7:20 pm
IND
-
DSM
9h 00m
1 stop
$316Southwest
Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4
Delta Logo
5:35 pm - 11:03 pm
DSM
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IND
4h 28m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 10:15 am
IND
-
DSM
4h 10m
1 stop
$327Delta
Fri, May 8 - Sun, May 10
Southwest Logo
5:20 am - 1:10 pm
DSM
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IND
6h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:20 am - 7:20 pm
IND
-
DSM
9h 00m
1 stop
$329Southwest
Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 4
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:25 pm
DSM
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IND
6h 25m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:37 pm - 11:29 pm
IND
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DSM
4h 52m
1 stop
$332American Airlines
Sat, Apr 4 - Tue, Apr 7
Delta Logo
5:47 pm - 12:02 am
DSM
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IND
5h 15m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 10:09 am
IND
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DSM
4h 04m
1 stop
$347Delta
Fri, Apr 10 - Sun, Apr 12

Delta flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Indianapolis flight tickets
Delta
Feb 28
DSM6:19 amDes Moines
4h 11m
1 stop
IND11:30 amIndianapolis
Mar 3
IND6:15 amIndianapolis
4h 41m
1 stop
DSM9:56 amDes Moines
$251
Delta
Feb 17
DSM12:25 pmDes Moines
4h 00m
1 stop
IND5:25 pmIndianapolis
Feb 19
IND7:00 amIndianapolis
4h 17m
1 stop
DSM10:17 amDes Moines
$264
Delta
May 8
DSM5:35 pmDes Moines
4h 28m
1 stop
IND11:03 pmIndianapolis
May 10
IND7:05 amIndianapolis
4h 10m
1 stop
DSM10:15 amDes Moines
$327

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Indianapolis flight tickets
American Airlines
May 7
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
3h 18m
1 stop
IND10:18 amIndianapolis
May 10
IND7:37 pmIndianapolis
4h 52m
1 stop
DSM11:29 pmDes Moines
$302
American Airlines
Apr 4
DSM6:00 amDes Moines
6h 25m
1 stop
IND1:25 pmIndianapolis
Apr 7
IND7:37 pmIndianapolis
4h 52m
1 stop
DSM11:29 pmDes Moines
$332
American Airlines
Feb 3
DSM7:00 amDes Moines
5h 52m
1 stop
IND1:52 pmIndianapolis
Feb 4
IND10:29 amIndianapolis
6h 55m
1 stop
DSM4:24 pmDes Moines
$461

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Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Sat 2/28

6:19 am-11:30 am

1 stop4h 11m

Indianapolis

Tue 3/3

6:15 am-9:56 am

1 stop4h 41m

$251

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Tue 2/17

12:25 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Indianapolis

Thu 2/19

7:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop4h 17m

$264

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

6:10 am-6:00 pm

2 stops10h 50m

Indianapolis

Wed 3/4

10:30 am-9:10 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$267

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

5:20 am-1:10 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Indianapolis

Wed 3/4

10:30 am-9:10 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$280

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Thu 5/7

6:00 am-10:18 am

1 stop3h 18m

Indianapolis

Sun 5/10

7:37 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$302

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Wed 2/25

3:20 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops5h 45m

Indianapolis

Wed 3/4

11:20 am-7:20 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$316

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Fri 5/8

5:35 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Indianapolis

Sun 5/10

7:05 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 10m

$327

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

5:20 am-1:10 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Indianapolis

Wed 3/4

11:20 am-7:20 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$329

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Sat 4/4

6:00 am-1:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Indianapolis

Tue 4/7

7:37 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$332

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Fri 4/10

5:47 pm-12:02 am

1 stop5h 15m

Indianapolis

Sun 4/12

7:05 am-10:09 am

1 stop4h 04m

$347

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Indianapolis?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Indianapolis. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $251. If you are unable to visit Indianapolis during the month of September, then departing from Des Moines during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $259.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Indianapolis?

Our data shows that Saturday is the least expensive day to fly to Indianapolis. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $994. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Indianapolis on Wednesday is $1,408.

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Fastest flight time

3h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Indianapolis takes 3h 25m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Indianapolis. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Indianapolis.
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  • How far is Des Moines to Indianapolis by plane?

    There are 410.6 mi between Des Moines and Indianapolis. 3h 25m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Indianapolis Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Indianapolis Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Indianapolis Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Indianapolis Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Indianapolis Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Indianapolis Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Indianapolis Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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DeltaPriceFrom $193Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,119 reviews
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