Flying from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport (IND): What you need to know
Seattle's main airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Explore your departure options from this base when booking your flights from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport (IND).
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport flight.
Indianapolis is three hours ahead of Seattle. Indianapolis International Airport is located in Indianapolis, which runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
The busiest route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND), with 11 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from SEA to IND is the 10:20am Alaska Airlines service. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 11:59pm with Alaska Airlines.
To ensure you get on your flight from Seattle to IND, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more travellers during peak seasons, you'll want to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Go straight to your destination from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). Direct flights from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport (IND) operate from here.
When departing from SEA, you can catch a direct flight from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport with Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from SEA to IND.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is Alaska Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 76.47% of the time.
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.27% of flights that take off from SEA reach their destination on time.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
You can arrive at LKE from central Seattle in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport the day before your Seattle to IND flight:
About Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Consider booking a hotel near IND if you're catching a late flight from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport. Settle into one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Grab an Indianapolis International Airport rental car and explore Indianapolis and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around one week ahead of your Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
You'll find IND at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
Getting from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to central Indianapolis
Indianapolis International Airport to central Indianapolis is about 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It takes around 1 hour when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
R 1,150 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,682. These prices may change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Seattle to IND if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport (IND). Visit Indianapolis in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Seattle to IND plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Indianapolis to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 5ºC (41ºF).
More about Indianapolis
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Indianapolis right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Indianapolis International Airport:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. 9-11 Memorial, Lucas Oil Stadium and Eiteljorg Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Indianapolis.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Indianapolis, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey around 257 kilometres north-west to Chicago to tick off its top attractions. From Millennium Park to Lollapalooza and Art Institute of Chicago, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Columbus is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres east of Indianapolis. No journey is complete without visiting Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre.
