Traveling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport take 1 hour 50 minutes. Indianapolis and Durham are in the same timezone (UTC-4), meaning you won't need to change your watch after you land.
Each week, there are 2 flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport. If you want to be on board early, take the 10:01 Frontier Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight from RDU to IND is 20:25 with Frontier Airlines.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're traveling during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the RDU - IND route include:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Washington Dulles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
C$131 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport. A return flight starts from C$257. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book 9 months before traveling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from RDU to IND.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Located around 23 kilometres from the center of Durham, Raleigh-Durham International Airport can be reached in approximately 18 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes.
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Arriving at Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
If you have a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near IND:
Getting from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to central Indianapolis
Indianapolis International Airport to central Indianapolis is about 23 minutes by car. It's approximately 24 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the center by public transport typically takes 1 hour and 2 minutes.
When to fly to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Indianapolis based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Indianapolis is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 5ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from RDU to IND sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Indianapolis
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There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo are top sights which should be on any well-planned Indianapolis itinerary.
Complete your Indianapolis trip with hotels and a car rental
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