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Washington D.C..$223 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $223, select.
Washington D.C..$247 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Mon, 21 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $247, select.
Washington D.C..$249 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $249, select.
Washington D.C..$250 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Aug, returning Mon, 18 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.
Washington D.C..$280 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun, returning Mon, 7 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $280, select.
Washington D.C..$281 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $281, select.
Washington D.C..$293 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 May, returning Mon, 26 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 23 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 26 May, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.
Washington D.C..$294 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Indianapolis on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Indianapolis.Price includes taxes and charges.From $294, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Indianapolis to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Jul
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Indianapolis to Washington D.C.: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$223
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week278

Finding cheap flights from Indianapolis to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Indianapolis to Washington D.C. is $223. 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.
1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Indianapolis to Washington D.C..
American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Republic Airways fly direct from Indianapolis to Washington D.C..
As of May 2025, there are 278 flights per week flying from Indianapolis to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Washington D.C. is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Indianapolis Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Washington Dulles – which is 36.5 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from $223.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Indianapolis Airport to Washington D.C. on Friday, 27 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 minutes.
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 Washington D.C. 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.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Travelling from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 55 minutes.

  • Indianapolis (the location of Indianapolis International Airport) and Washington DC share the same timezone — UTC-4.

  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the most popular route, with 40 weekly flights to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from IND to DCA is with American Airlines at 21:42. Opt for the first departure with American Airlines at 06:00 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • To avoid rushing for your IND to Washington DC flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.

  • You can travel nonstop from IND to Washington DC. Pick from these arrival points when booking your Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC ticket:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Choose from a variety of carriers operating direct flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC. Book your ticket with one of these:

  • Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Indianapolis, IND can be reached in about 25 minutes by car. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.

  • Want a stress-free start to your holiday? Stay near IND. Whether you've booked an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:

  • 79.86% of flights that leave from Indianapolis International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • IND is located at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.

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

  • $115 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC flight. A return flight ticket starts at $223. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap flights from IND to Washington DC, book your journey three months ahead of your departure.

  • July is the best month for picking up an amazing deal on Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC tickets. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Snapping up a cheap flight from IND to Washington DC is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 45 minutes.

  • Book a hotel near DCA if you're coming in on a late flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Washington DC and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from IND to Washington DC.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • Once your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Washington DC is roughly 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 10 minutes or so.

  • Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to IAD. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your IND to Washington DC flight:

  • No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and make a speedy getaway.

  • Avoid paying extra. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at IAD will help you stay within budget.

  • The address for Washington Dulles International Airport is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Step off your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC and go straight to your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Washington DC is around 48 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and usually takes 50 minutes to reach driving.

  • Public transport will take you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Book a hotel close to BWI and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late IND to Washington DC flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays are all about convenience:

  • Start your journey without worrying about how to get to your destination with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Book your wheels with trusted companies here like Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • If you're after a specific model or make, book your ride from BWI around two weeks before your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC. This improves your chances of getting your preferred car, as well as a better deal.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC. The city comes alive in peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and top attractions can be crowded. Plan your trip to Washington DC in the low season if you prefer a quieter vibe.

  • Lock in an Indianapolis International Airport to Washington DC flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IND to Washington DC in January when temperatures average between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • Philadelphia is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without a visit to Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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