Travelling from St Louis Airport (STL) to Indianapolis Airport (IND): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from St Louis Airport to Indianapolis Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 55 minutes.
Indianapolis's timezone is UTC-5, making Indianapolis one hour ahead of St Louis.
Your STL to IND flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from St Louis Airport to Indianapolis Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Indianapolis — and maybe even more of the United States if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Southwest Airlines.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from St Louis Airport to Indianapolis Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between STL and IND include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Detroit Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from St Louis Airport (STL) to Indianapolis Airport (IND)
Currently, £44 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way St Louis Airport to Indianapolis Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £92. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from STL to IND. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from St Louis Airport to Indianapolis Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from St Louis Airport to Indianapolis Airport.
Handy information about St Louis Airport (STL)
STL is located at 10701 Lambert International Blvd..
Of all flights departing from St Louis Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
Central St Louis to St Louis Airport is around 24 kms (15 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from St Louis Airport to Indianapolis Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near STL:
Arriving at Indianapolis Airport (IND)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a St Louis Airport to Indianapolis Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IND instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Indianapolis Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Indianapolis's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Indianapolis Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from Indianapolis Airport (IND) to central Indianapolis
IND is located at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
From Indianapolis Airport, Indianapolis is approximately 18 kms (11 miles) away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Indianapolis Airport (IND)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from St Louis Airport to Indianapolis Airport. October is the busiest month to visit Indianapolis. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from St Louis Airport to Indianapolis Airport for July if you want to visit Indianapolis during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from STL to IND in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -11ºC and 6ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Indianapolis. Around 257 kms (160 miles) away to the north-west, popular attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 274 kms (170 miles) east of Indianapolis, Columbus is another favourite stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
