Traveling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Kansas City International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
The timezone in Indianapolis is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Kansas City.
Flights from MCI to IND start from 08:35 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:55 with Southwest Airlines. In total, there are five weekly Kansas City International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport flights.
Your MCI to IND flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Southwest Airlines is your gateway to discovering Indianapolis (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Southwest Airlines on this route.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MCI to IND flights. An impressive 82.76% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MCI and IND:
O'Hare International Airport
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Right now, $152 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $261. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from MCI to IND by booking seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
You'll find MCI at 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Kansas City International Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from MCI land at their destination as scheduled 81.34% of the time.
Central Kansas City to Kansas City International Airport is approximately 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to MCI:
Arriving at Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kansas City International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IND instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Indianapolis International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Indianapolis's main sights.
For the best deal, book your ride from Indianapolis International Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to central Indianapolis
The address for IND is 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
Indianapolis International Airport to central Indianapolis has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometers away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
The quietest month for a flight from Kansas City International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Indianapolis based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Indianapolis International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Indianapolis during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MCI to IND in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Indianapolis. Around 257 kilometers away to the north-west, top sights here include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in United States, consider Columbus, about 274 kilometers east of Indianapolis. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are among the biggest draws.
