Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to Indianapolis

1 airline flys nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND). It's 231 miles (371 km), about 1h 14m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
IND
Indianapolis International Airport
🇺🇸 Indianapolis, USA
Flight Time
1h 14m
Distance
231 mi
371 km
CO₂/pax
43 kg
−54 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
DTW → IND
Flight Time
1h 14m
Distance
231 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Detroit to Indianapolis with one stop · direct emits 43 kg CO₂ per passenger

DTW MDW (Chicago) IND
Leg 1: 1h 15m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (162 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 97 kg CO₂ (+126% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → MDW
1h 15m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → IND
1h 5m · 162 mi
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DTW STL (Saint Louis) IND
Leg 1: 1h 40m (440 mi) Leg 2: 55m (229 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+244% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → STL
1h 40m · 440 mi
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Leg 2
STL → IND
55m · 229 mi
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DTW ORD (Chicago) IND
Leg 1: 1h 30m (234 mi) Leg 2: 1h 12m (177 mi) Total: ~2h 42m 🍃 101 kg CO₂ (+135% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → ORD
1h 30m · 234 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → IND
1h 12m · 177 mi
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DTW BNA (Nashville) IND
Leg 1: 1h 41m (455 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (248 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+260% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BNA
1h 41m · 455 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → IND
1h 15m · 248 mi
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DTW YYZ (Toronto) IND
Leg 1: 1h 17m (215 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (441 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 147 kg CO₂ (+242% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → YYZ
1h 17m · 215 mi
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Leg 2
YYZ → IND
1h 43m · 441 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Detroit to Indianapolis?

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Indianapolis (IND) takes approximately 1 hours and 14 minutes. The distance is 231 miles (371 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Indianapolis?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Detroit to Indianapolis?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Detroit from Indianapolis?

The flight distance from Detroit to Indianapolis is 231 miles (371 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Detroit to Indianapolis?

At 1h 14m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 43 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 215 km.

Is the return flight from Indianapolis to Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Airport for this flight?

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