Flying from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport (IND): What you need to know
Minneapolis's main airport is Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Explore your options for departing from this base when booking flights from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport (IND).
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport flight.
The timezone in Indianapolis is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Minneapolis. Indianapolis International Airport is located in Indianapolis.
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND) is the most popular route. There are 29 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, hop on the last flight with Delta Air Lines at 10:07pm. Go for the first MSP to IND departure with Sun Country Airlines at 7:12am if you'd rather not wait around.
Your flight from Minneapolis to IND won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Get to your destination in one go from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Direct flights from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport (IND) operate from here.
When departing from MSP, you can take a direct flight from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport with Delta Air Lines.
The top choice among passengers flying between MSP and IND is Delta Air Lines.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route, with 75.86% of its services landing on time.
Located around 21 kms (13 miles) from central Minneapolis, MSP can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
77.37% of flights leaving from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
MSP is located at 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near IND:
Go where the road takes you with an Indianapolis International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and chase adventure across Indianapolis and beyond.
Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
You'll find IND at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
Getting from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to central Indianapolis
Indianapolis International Airport is around 8 miles from central Indianapolis. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Currently, £63 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £119. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Minneapolis to IND if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to visit Indianapolis. July is when most people book flights from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport (IND), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
The warmest month in Indianapolis is July, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Minneapolis to IND plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Indianapolis
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Indianapolis right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Minneapolis to Indianapolis International Airport:
There are loads of exciting things to do in Indianapolis when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick things off at 9-11 Memorial followed by Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Indianapolis, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel around 257 kms (160 miles) north-west to Chicago to check off its top attractions. From Millennium Park to Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Columbus is another standout destination in the United States and is around 290 kms (180 miles) east of Indianapolis. No trip is complete without seeing Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre.