What airlines fly to Indianapolis?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Indianapolis from Iowa according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 71% 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.

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Frontier 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 Des Moines and flying into Indianapolis (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 3h 38m on average. Another popular route from Iowa to Indianapolis is flying from Cedar Rapids to Indianapolis, which will take roughly 3h 41m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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As of October 2026, there are 3 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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9:55 am - 4:23 pmDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

5h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:40 pm - 5:14 pmIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

4h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$247United Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

1:30 pm - 5:45 pmDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

3h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway

6:45 am - 11:25 amIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

5h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

$247Southwest

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

7:15 pm - 11:30 pmDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

3h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway

5:35 am - 11:25 amIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

6h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

$252Southwest

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

5:10 am - 12:20 pmDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

6h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway

9:40 am - 10:05 pmIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

13h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Chicago Midway

$258Southwest

Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3

5:00 pm - 10:59 pmCID Cedar Rapids-IND Indianapolis

4h 59m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

6:12 pm - 11:09 pmIND Indianapolis-CID Cedar Rapids

5h 57m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$292Delta

Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2

6:32 am - 12:18 pmDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

4h 46m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:27 pm - 7:07 pmIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

4h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$295American Airlines

Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 23

10:26 am - 3:18 pmDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

3h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:52 pm - 12:26 amIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

4h 34m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$295American Airlines

Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18

6:15 am - 11:55 amCID Cedar Rapids-IND Indianapolis

4h 40m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

6:35 am - 10:20 amIND Indianapolis-CID Cedar Rapids

4h 45m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$319Delta

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28

11:24 am - 6:46 pmFOD Fort Dodge-IND Indianapolis

6h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:46 pm - 6:07 pmIND Indianapolis-FOD Fort Dodge

6h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$349United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

10:54 am - 6:21 pmCID Cedar Rapids-IND Indianapolis

6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:00 am - 2:31 pmIND Indianapolis-CID Cedar Rapids

6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$355United Airlines

Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9

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4:07 pm - 12:25 amDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:14 pm - 10:33 pmIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$687Delta

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4

3:31 pm - 10:14 pmDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

5h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:00 am - 10:10 amIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

5h 10m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$752American Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4

8:00 am - 12:44 pmDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

3h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:46 pm - 5:28 pmIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

5h 42m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$752United Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4

8:00 am - 12:44 pmDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

3h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:03 am - 2:26 pmIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

4h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$752United Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

4:07 pm - 12:25 amDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

7h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:14 pm - 10:33 pmIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$752Delta

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4

7:00 am - 3:05 pmDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

7h 05m1 stop Denver Intl

5:35 am - 11:25 amIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

6h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

$757Southwest

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

6:00 am - 5:30 pmDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

10h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:35 am - 11:25 amIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

6h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway

$762Southwest

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10

10:00 am - 4:23 pmCID Cedar Rapids-IND Indianapolis

5h 23m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

12:46 pm - 5:30 pmIND Indianapolis-CID Cedar Rapids

5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$767United Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 5

7:26 pm - 12:38 amDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

4h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:57 pm - 11:26 pmIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

7h 29m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Charlotte Douglas

$1,279American Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4

7:26 pm - 12:38 amDSM Des Moines-IND Indianapolis

4h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:57 pm - 11:26 pmIND Indianapolis-DSM Des Moines

7h 29m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Charlotte Douglas

$1,344American Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4

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Nov 25

DSM9:55 amDes Moines

5h 28m

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IND4:23 pmIndianapolis

Dec 2

IND1:40 pmIndianapolis

4h 34m

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$247

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Nov 13

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6h 22m

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IND6:46 pmIndianapolis

Nov 17

IND12:46 pmIndianapolis

6h 21m

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$349

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Dec 5

CID10:54 amCedar Rapids

6h 27m

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Dec 9

IND9:00 amIndianapolis

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CID2:31 pmCedar Rapids

$355

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Jan 14

DSM10:26 amDes Moines

3h 52m

1 stop

IND3:18 pmIndianapolis

Jan 18

IND8:52 pmIndianapolis

4h 34m

1 stop

DSM12:26 amDes Moines

$295

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Nov 25

DSM1:58 pmDes Moines

4h 20m

1 stop

IND7:18 pmIndianapolis

Nov 30

IND9:04 pmIndianapolis

4h 15m

1 stop

DSM12:19 amDes Moines

$312

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Nov 25

DSM9:30 amDes Moines

4h 32m

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IND3:02 pmIndianapolis

Nov 30

IND5:31 amIndianapolis

4h 30m

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$292

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$319

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FOD Fort Dodge - IND Indianapolis

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11:24 am-6:46 pm

1 stop6h 22m

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12:46 pm-6:07 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$349

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CID Cedar Rapids - IND Indianapolis

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10:54 am-6:21 pm

1 stop6h 27m

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Wed 12/9

9:00 am-2:31 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$355

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Indianapolis?

In general, December 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 $310. If you are unable to visit Indianapolis during the month of December, then departing from Iowa during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $316.

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The best one-way flight to Indianapolis from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $124. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to Indianapolis found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $247.

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As of October 2026, there are 3 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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