Direct (nonstop) flights from Baltimore to Indianapolis

1 airline flys nonstop from Baltimore Washington International (BWI) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND). It's 516 miles (830 km), about 1h 50m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

BWI
Baltimore Washington International
🇺🇸 Baltimore, USA
IND
Indianapolis International Airport
🇺🇸 Indianapolis, USA
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
516 mi
830 km
CO₂/pax
95 kg
−49 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
BWI → IND
Flight Time
1h 50m
Distance
516 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Baltimore to Indianapolis with one stop · direct emits 95 kg CO₂ per passenger

BWI DTW (Detroit) IND
Leg 1: 1h 36m (408 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (231 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 144 kg CO₂ (+52% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BWI → DTW
1h 36m · 408 mi
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Leg 2
DTW → IND
1h 14m · 231 mi
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BWI RDU (Raleigh/Durham) IND
Leg 1: 1h 15m (256 mi) Leg 2: 1h 53m (488 mi) Total: ~3h 8m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BWI → RDU
1h 15m · 256 mi
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Leg 2
RDU → IND
1h 53m · 488 mi
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BWI MDW (Chicago) IND
Leg 1: 2h 5m (610 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (162 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 168 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BWI → MDW
2h 5m · 610 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → IND
1h 5m · 162 mi
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BWI BNA (Nashville) IND
Leg 1: 2h (587 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (248 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 180 kg CO₂ (+89% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BWI → BNA
2h · 587 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → IND
1h 15m · 248 mi
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BWI STL (Saint Louis) IND
Leg 1: 2h 20m (738 mi) Leg 2: 55m (229 mi) Total: ~3h 15m 🍃 204 kg CO₂ (+115% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BWI → STL
2h 20m · 738 mi
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Leg 2
STL → IND
55m · 229 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

A nonstop flight from Baltimore (BWI) to Indianapolis (IND) takes approximately 1 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 516 miles (830 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Baltimore from Indianapolis?

The flight distance from Baltimore to Indianapolis is 516 miles (830 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

At 1h 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

Roughly 95 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 475 km.

Is the return flight from Indianapolis to Baltimore also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Baltimore to Indianapolis?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Baltimore Washington International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.