Direct (nonstop) flights from Indianapolis to Dallas

2 airlines fly nonstop from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW). It's 761 miles (1,224 km), about 2h 34m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

IND
Indianapolis International Airport
🇺🇸 Indianapolis, USA
DFW
Dallas Fort Worth International
🇺🇸 Dallas, USA
Flight Time
2h 34m
Distance
761 mi
1,224 km
CO₂/pax
141 kg
−28 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
American Airlines +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
IND → DFW
Flight Time
2h 34m
Distance
761 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
IND → DFW
Flight Time
2h 34m
Distance
761 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Indianapolis to Dallas with one stop · direct emits 141 kg CO₂ per passenger

IND STL (Saint Louis) DFW
Leg 1: 1h (229 mi) Leg 2: 2h 2m (549 mi) Total: ~3h 2m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+20% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → STL
1h · 229 mi
View IND to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → DFW
2h 2m · 549 mi
View STL to DFW flights →
IND MCI (Kansas City) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 30m (451 mi) Leg 2: 1h 51m (459 mi) Total: ~3h 21m 🍃 193 kg CO₂ (+37% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → MCI
1h 30m · 451 mi
View IND to MCI flights →
Leg 2
MCI → DFW
1h 51m · 459 mi
View MCI to DFW flights →
IND BNA (Nashville) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 10m (248 mi) Leg 2: 2h 17m (631 mi) Total: ~3h 27m 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → BNA
1h 10m · 248 mi
View IND to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → DFW
2h 17m · 631 mi
View BNA to DFW flights →
IND MDW (Chicago) DFW
Leg 1: 1h (162 mi) Leg 2: 2h 49m (797 mi) Total: ~3h 49m 🍃 203 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → MDW
1h · 162 mi
View IND to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → DFW
2h 49m · 797 mi
View MDW to DFW flights →
IND LNK (Lincoln) DFW
Leg 1: 1h 50m (557 mi) Leg 2: 2h 2m (548 mi) Total: ~3h 52m 🍃 229 kg CO₂ (+62% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → LNK
1h 50m · 557 mi
View IND to LNK flights →
Leg 2
LNK → DFW
2h 2m · 548 mi
View LNK to DFW flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Indianapolis to Dallas?

A nonstop flight from Indianapolis (IND) to Dallas (DFW) takes approximately 2 hours and 34 minutes. The distance is 761 miles (1,224 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Indianapolis to Dallas?

2 airlines: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Dallas?

Yes. 2 airlines: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

How far is Indianapolis from Dallas?

The flight distance from Indianapolis to Dallas is 761 miles (1,224 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 Indianapolis to Dallas?

At 2h 34m, 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 Indianapolis to Dallas?

Roughly 141 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 705 km.

Is the return flight from Dallas to Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Dallas?

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 Indianapolis International Airport for this flight?

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