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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $274. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Indianapolis.$274 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May, returning Thu, 7 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Thu, 7 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $274, select.

Indianapolis.$274 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr, returning Fri, 17 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $274, select.

Indianapolis.$386 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 May, returning Mon, 1 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 1 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $386, select.

Indianapolis.$462 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Fri, 1 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $462, select.

Indianapolis.$463 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Jun, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 13 Jun, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $463, select.

Indianapolis.$506 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Sun, 29 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $506, select.

Indianapolis.$566 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Sat, 4 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $566, select.

Indianapolis.$615 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $615, select.

Indianapolis.$663 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Sun, 20 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $663, select.

Indianapolis.$706 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Jun, returning Tue, 7 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 18 Jun, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Tue, 7 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $706, select.

Indianapolis.$1,004 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Thu, 6 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Indianapolis.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,004, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Indianapolis

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Philadelphia to Indianapolis: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$274
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	2 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	134

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Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis is $274. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

2 hours and 13 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia to Indianapolis.

Which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

American Airlines, PSA Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from Philadelphia to Indianapolis.

How many flights are there a week from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

As of March 2026, there are 134 flights per week flying from Philadelphia to Indianapolis.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Indianapolis?

The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Indianapolis is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Indianapolis Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia to Indianapolis Airport on Monday, 13 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 13 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Indianapolis?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Indianapolis but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Indianapolis?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Indianapolis is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia to Indianapolis with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Indianapolis is Frontier Airlines .

Travelling from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport (IND): What you need to know

Your boarding pass to adventure starts at Philadelphia's main airport, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Check out the options for reserving a flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport (IND) departing from this base.
Around 2 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport flight.
Indianapolis (where Indianapolis International Airport is located) and Philadelphia share the UTC-5 timezone. Easily coordinate travel plans without worrying about time differences.
The busiest route is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND), with 35 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from PHL to IND is the 8:14am American Airlines service. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the last departure is at 9:20pm with American Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Philadelphia to IND, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Popular periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport (IND) leave from this terminal.
You can lock in a direct flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport with American Airlines. This leading airline operates services from PHL.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from PHL to IND.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 77.97% of its services arriving as planned.
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 30 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
77% of flights that leave from Philadelphia International Airport reach their destination on time.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.

Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

You can get to TTN from the centre of Philadelphia in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes to travel the 48 kilometres or so.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Trenton-Mercer Airport the day before your Philadelphia to IND flight:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
You'll find TTN at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

About Indianapolis International Airport (IND)

Have a late flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Check in to one of these hotels near IND and turn out the lights sooner:
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport flight.
You'll find IND at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.

Getting from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to central Indianapolis

From Indianapolis International Airport, central Indianapolis is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport is $120. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $274. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To snap up cheap flights from Philadelphia to IND, book your ticket one month before your departure date.
The best month for finding cheap Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport.

The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)

December is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport (IND), while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Indianapolis based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Philadelphia to IND plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Indianapolis, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC to 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport in January when temperatures are between -11ºC and 6ºC.

More about Indianapolis

Start your Indianapolis trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Indianapolis International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Your Indianapolis trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that are worth your time include Lucas Oil Stadium, Eiteljorg Museum and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

Explore more of the United States

Indianapolis is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 257 kilometres northwest of Indianapolis, a visit to Chicago will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Columbus is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres east of Indianapolis. No journey is complete without visiting Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.