Direct (nonstop) flights from Houston to Indianapolis

1 airline flys nonstop from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND). It's 861 miles (1,386 km), about 2h 15m in the air. Operated by Southwest Airlines.

HOU
William P. Hobby Airport
🇺🇸 Houston, USA
IND
Indianapolis International Airport
🇺🇸 Indianapolis, USA
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
861 mi
1,386 km
CO₂/pax
159 kg
−35 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Southwest Airlines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Southwest Airlines Southwest Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Southwest Airlines WN Southwest Airlines
Route
HOU → IND
Flight Time
2h 15m
Distance
861 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Houston to Indianapolis with one stop · direct emits 159 kg CO₂ per passenger

HOU STL (Saint Louis) IND
Leg 1: 2h (687 mi) Leg 2: 55m (229 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 194 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → STL
2h · 687 mi
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Leg 2
STL → IND
55m · 229 mi
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HOU DAL (Dallas) IND
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 2h (755 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 209 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → DAL
1h 10m · 239 mi
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Leg 2
DAL → IND
2h · 755 mi
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HOU BNA (Nashville) IND
Leg 1: 1h 55m (670 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (248 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 195 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → BNA
1h 55m · 670 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → IND
1h 15m · 248 mi
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HOU AUS (Austin) IND
Leg 1: 55m (148 mi) Leg 2: 2h 25m (918 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 222 kg CO₂ (+40% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → AUS
55m · 148 mi
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Leg 2
AUS → IND
2h 25m · 918 mi
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HOU MCI (Kansas City) IND
Leg 1: 2h (665 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (451 mi) Total: ~3h 25m 🍃 231 kg CO₂ (+45% vs. direct)
Leg 1
HOU → MCI
2h · 665 mi
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Leg 2
MCI → IND
1h 25m · 451 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Houston to Indianapolis?

A nonstop flight from Houston (HOU) to Indianapolis (IND) takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 861 miles (1,386 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Houston to Indianapolis?

Just Southwest Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Houston to Indianapolis?

Yes. 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.

How far is Houston from Indianapolis?

The flight distance from Houston to Indianapolis is 861 miles (1,386 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Houston to Indianapolis?

At 2h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 159 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 795 km.

Is the return flight from Indianapolis to Houston 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 Houston 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 William P. Hobby Airport for this flight?

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