Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND): what you need to know
The timezone in Indianapolis is UTC-4, which is 15 hours behind Melbourne.
Your MEL to IND flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Indianapolis International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between MEL and IND include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Indianapolis International Airport flight is $906. A round-trip fare right now is $1,472. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to IND if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Indianapolis International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MEL to IND.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Indianapolis International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% touch down on time at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Indianapolis International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to MEL:
Arriving at Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Indianapolis International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IND instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Indianapolis International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Indianapolis's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Indianapolis International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to central Indianapolis
You'll find IND at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
From Indianapolis International Airport, Indianapolis is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Indianapolis International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Indianapolis based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Indianapolis International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Indianapolis, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 5ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MEL to IND sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Indianapolis, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 257 kilometres north-west to Chicago to tick off its top attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 274 kilometres east of Indianapolis, Columbus is another essential stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.