What is the cheapest airline that flies from Iowa to Indianapolis?

United Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Indianapolis

How long does it take to fly to Indianapolis?

Flight times from Iowa to Indianapolis vary, but if you’re flying out of Cedar Rapids and flying into Cincinnati (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 4h 11m on average. Another popular route from Iowa to Indianapolis is flying from Des Moines to Cincinnati, which will take roughly 4h 15m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Indianapolis?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Indianapolis from Iowa according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Indianapolis. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Indianapolis on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport?

Prices for flights from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport?

As of August 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Indianapolis Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Indianapolis Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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8:00 am - 1:12 pmDSM-IND

4h 12m1 stop

2:20 pm - 5:14 pmIND-DSM

3h 54m1 stop

$191United Airlines

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Tue, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 4

6:00 am - 11:22 amDSM-IND

4h 22m1 stop

7:00 am - 10:14 amIND-DSM

4h 14m1 stop

$197Delta

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Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 15

2:25 pm - 4:14 pmDSM-IND

24h 49m1 stop

8:54 pm - 1:40 pmIND-DSM

17h 46m1 stop

$205Frontier

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Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 7

7:48 pm - 8:04 pmOMA-IND

23h 16m1 stop

5:01 pm - 6:55 pmIND-OMA

26h 54m1 stop

$215Frontier

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Thu, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 20

1:09 pm - 7:18 pmDSM-IND

5h 09m1 stop

5:45 am - 8:37 amIND-DSM

3h 52m1 stop

$215American Airlines

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Wed, Aug 27 - Fri, Aug 29

8:35 am - 9:00 pmDSM-IND

11h 25m2 stops

3:40 pm - 10:50 pmIND-DSM

8h 10m2 stops

$224Southwest

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7:11 am - 11:55 amCID-IND

3h 44m1 stop

5:45 am - 10:33 amIND-CID

5h 48m1 stop

$229American Airlines

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Wed, Aug 27 - Mon, Sep 1

6:25 pm - 10:55 pmOMA-IND

3h 30m1 stop

7:35 am - 4:45 pmIND-OMA

10h 10m2 stops

$239Southwest

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Thu, Sep 18 - Sat, Sep 20

2:22 pm - 10:53 amDSM-IND

19h 31m2 stops

6:25 pm - 1:32 pmIND-DSM

20h 07m2 stops

$319

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Fri, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 7

5:49 pm - 4:11 pmDSM-IND

21h 22m2 stops

12:20 pm - 10:41 pmIND-DSM

11h 21m2 stops

$321

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Delta flights from Iowa to Indianapolis

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Delta

Sep 13

DSM6:00 amDes Moines

4h 22m

1 stop

IND11:22 amIndianapolis

Sep 15

IND7:00 amIndianapolis

4h 14m

1 stop

DSM10:14 amDes Moines

$197

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Delta

Oct 11

OMA6:25 amOmaha Eppley Airfield

3h 49m

1 stop

IND11:14 amIndianapolis

Oct 14

IND8:04 pmIndianapolis

3h 39m

1 stop

OMA10:43 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

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Delta

Sep 19

DSM5:25 pmDes Moines

5h 04m

1 stop

IND11:29 pmIndianapolis

Sep 26

IND7:00 amIndianapolis

4h 14m

1 stop

DSM10:14 amDes Moines

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American Airlines flights from Iowa to Indianapolis

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American Airlines

Aug 27

DSM1:09 pmDes Moines

5h 09m

1 stop

IND7:18 pmIndianapolis

Aug 29

IND5:45 amIndianapolis

3h 52m

1 stop

DSM8:37 amDes Moines

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American Airlines

Aug 27

CID7:11 amCedar Rapids

3h 44m

1 stop

IND11:55 amIndianapolis

Sep 1

IND5:45 amIndianapolis

5h 48m

1 stop

CID10:33 amCedar Rapids

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American Airlines

Oct 5

OMA7:27 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

13h 42m

1 stop

IND10:09 amIndianapolis

Oct 9

IND7:15 amIndianapolis

12h 40m

1 stop

OMA6:55 pmOmaha Eppley Airfield

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Tue 9/2

8:00 am-1:12 pm

1 stop4h 12m

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Thu 9/4

2:20 pm-5:14 pm

1 stop3h 54m

$191

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DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop4h 22m

Indianapolis

Mon 9/15

7:00 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 14m

$197

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DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Fri 9/5

2:25 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop24h 49m

Indianapolis

Sun 9/7

8:54 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop17h 46m

$205

OmahaIndianapolis

OMA - IND

OMAIND

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 9/18

7:48 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop23h 16m

Indianapolis

Sat 9/20

5:01 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop26h 54m

$215

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Wed 8/27

1:09 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Indianapolis

Fri 8/29

5:45 am-8:37 am

1 stop3h 52m

$215

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Sat 9/13

8:35 am-9:00 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Indianapolis

Mon 9/15

3:40 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$224

Cedar RapidsIndianapolis

CID - IND

CIDIND

Cedar Rapids

Wed 8/27

7:11 am-11:55 am

1 stop3h 44m

Indianapolis

Mon 9/1

5:45 am-10:33 am

1 stop5h 48m

$229

OmahaIndianapolis

OMA - IND

OMAIND

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 9/18

6:25 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop3h 30m

Indianapolis

Sat 9/20

7:35 am-4:45 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$239

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Fri 9/5

2:22 pm-10:53 am

2 stops19h 31m

Indianapolis

Sun 9/7

6:25 pm-1:32 pm

2 stops20h 07m

$319

Des MoinesIndianapolis

DSM - IND

DSMIND

Des Moines

Sun 9/21

5:49 pm-4:11 pm

2 stops21h 22m

Indianapolis

Sun 9/28

12:20 pm-10:41 pm

2 stops11h 21m

$321

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Indianapolis?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Iowa to Indianapolis. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $286. If you are unable to visit Indianapolis during the month of September, then departing from Iowa during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $288.

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

Our data shows that Monday is the least expensive day to fly to Indianapolis. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $479. 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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Best Price Found	$96
Fastest flight time	3h 00m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Indianapolis	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Indianapolis from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $96. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to Indianapolis found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $191.

The fastest flight from Iowa to Indianapolis takes 3h 00m

There are no direct flights from Iowa to Indianapolis. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Omaha Eppley Airfield Airport - Indianapolis Airport, Des Moines Airport - Indianapolis Airport and Cedar Rapids Airport - Indianapolis Airport.

There is 1 airport near Indianapolis: Indianapolis (IND)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport?
As of August 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Iowa to Indianapolis Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Indianapolis Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Indianapolis Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Indianapolis Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Indianapolis

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Delta	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,985 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $226	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,917 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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