Indianapolis to Dallas-Fort Worth (IND–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IND–DFW is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Finnair lead the route. The flight covers 761 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 95 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 61 | 321, 738, 7M8 | 2h29-7h15 | Oneworld | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 22 | 321, 738, 7M8 | 2h37-2h46 | Oneworld | – | |
| AY Finnair | 7 | B38M | 2h37 | Oneworld | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 4 | A21N | 3h15 | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 1 | 738 | 2h20 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Indianapolis
| Metric | IND→DFW | CVG→DFW | FWA→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IND | – | 98 mi | 105 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 6 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 95 | 112 | 21 |
| Flight time | 2h 20m | 1h 45m | 2h 44m |
| Departure OTP | 52% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IND: EDT · DFW: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Indianapolis, it's 4:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.
Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.
IND–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IND to DFW
Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Finnair, Frontier and Sun Country Airlines. With 95 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IND to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IND to DFW ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes to 7 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 761 miles (1,224 km). There are approximately 95 weekly flights outbound and 95 return, totaling 190 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
95 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SUS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cincinnati / Covington (CVG), Fort Wayne (FWA) and Savoy (CMI).