Travelling from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport take 1 hour 41 minutes. Washington DC and Indianapolis are in the same timezone (UTC-4), so you won't have to adjust your watch once you arrive.
You can choose from 40 weekly flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. The 05:45 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight you can take from IND to IAD. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 22:15 if early starts aren't your thing.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Getting to Washington DC (and seeing more of United States!) is straightforward with United Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The top stopovers on the IND - IAD route include:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is R 1,506. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 4,146. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Book 9 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IND to IAD.
The cheapest month for tickets from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. Simply select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
Handy information about Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Indianapolis International Airport is about 24 kilometres from central Indianapolis. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 2 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near IND. Whether you're on an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near IAD:
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
Washington Dulles International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 51 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 3 hours and 26 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
July is the busiest month for flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Washington DC in February.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IND to IAD in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 10ºC then.
More about Washington DC
As soon as you've booked your flights from IND to IAD, you'll want to find a hotel in Washington DC. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are must-do's during your Washington DC adventure.
Complete your Washington DC trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Washington Dulles International Airport — now it's time to find somewhere to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Washington DC.