Direct (nonstop) flights from Indianapolis to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 231 miles (371 km), about 1h 13m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

IND
Indianapolis International Airport
🇺🇸 Indianapolis, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
1h 13m
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 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
IND → DTW
Flight Time
1h 13m
Distance
231 mi

Alternative Routes

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

IND MDW (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h (162 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 97 kg CO₂ (+126% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → MDW
1h · 162 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → DTW
1h 10m · 227 mi
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IND STL (Saint Louis) DTW
Leg 1: 1h (229 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (440 mi) Total: ~2h 31m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+244% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → STL
1h · 229 mi
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Leg 2
STL → DTW
1h 31m · 440 mi
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IND ORD (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 22m (177 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (234 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 101 kg CO₂ (+135% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → ORD
1h 22m · 177 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → DTW
1h 27m · 234 mi
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IND BNA (Nashville) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 10m (248 mi) Leg 2: 1h 41m (455 mi) Total: ~2h 51m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+260% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → BNA
1h 10m · 248 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → DTW
1h 41m · 455 mi
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IND YYZ (Toronto) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 34m (441 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (215 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 147 kg CO₂ (+242% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IND → YYZ
1h 34m · 441 mi
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Leg 2
YYZ → DTW
1h 24m · 215 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Indianapolis to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Indianapolis (IND) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 1 hours and 13 minutes. The distance is 231 miles (371 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Indianapolis to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Indianapolis to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Indianapolis from Detroit?

The flight distance from Indianapolis to Detroit 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 Indianapolis to Detroit?

At 1h 13m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Detroit 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 Detroit?

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.