Direct (nonstop) flights from Raleigh/Durham to Indianapolis

1 airline flys nonstop from Raleigh–Durham Airport (RDU) to Indianapolis International Airport (IND). It's 488 miles (786 km), about 1h 53m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

RDU
Raleigh–Durham Airport
🇺🇸 Raleigh/Durham, USA
IND
Indianapolis International Airport
🇺🇸 Indianapolis, USA
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
488 mi
786 km
CO₂/pax
90 kg
−38 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
RDU → IND
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
488 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Raleigh/Durham to Indianapolis with one stop · direct emits 90 kg CO₂ per passenger

RDU CLT (Charlotte) IND
Leg 1: 1h 12m (129 mi) Leg 2: 1h 42m (427 mi) Total: ~2h 54m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → CLT
1h 12m · 129 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → IND
1h 42m · 427 mi
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RDU BNA (Nashville) IND
Leg 1: 1h 45m (441 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (248 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+70% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → BNA
1h 45m · 441 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → IND
1h 15m · 248 mi
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RDU BWI (Baltimore) IND
Leg 1: 1h 10m (256 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (516 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 167 kg CO₂ (+86% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → BWI
1h 10m · 256 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → IND
1h 50m · 516 mi
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RDU IAD (Dulles) IND
Leg 1: 1h 11m (224 mi) Leg 2: 1h 49m (476 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+72% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → IAD
1h 11m · 224 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → IND
1h 49m · 476 mi
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RDU STL (Saint Louis) IND
Leg 1: 2h 5m (667 mi) Leg 2: 55m (229 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 191 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
RDU → STL
2h 5m · 667 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 Raleigh/Durham to Indianapolis?

A nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham (RDU) to Indianapolis (IND) takes approximately 1 hours and 53 minutes. The distance is 488 miles (786 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Raleigh/Durham to Indianapolis?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Raleigh/Durham to Indianapolis?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Raleigh/Durham from Indianapolis?

The flight distance from Raleigh/Durham to Indianapolis is 488 miles (786 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Raleigh/Durham to Indianapolis?

At 1h 53m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Raleigh/Durham to Indianapolis?

Roughly 90 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 450 km.

Is the return flight from Indianapolis to Raleigh/Durham 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 Raleigh/Durham 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 Raleigh–Durham Airport for this flight?

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