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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis from $1,223

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IND
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Indianapolis are usually found in March or May, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Indianapolis (IND). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,693

One-way from

$1,223

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,170
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 20/5-28/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 22m total
  • Melbourne to Indianapolis
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 28/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 13m total
  • Melbourne to Indianapolis
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($101 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Indianapolis

Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Tue 20/510:55MEL - IND
1 stop21h 43mUnited Airlines
Wed 28/511:51IND - MEL
2 stops29h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,693
Mon 19/509:40MEL - IND
2 stops40h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 27/512:21IND - MEL
2 stops28h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2$2,209
Mon 7/409:40MEL - IND
2 stops23h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 14/416:02IND - MEL
3 stops28h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$3,460
Thu 22/506:00MEL - IND
3 stops28h 54mAir Canada
Mon 26/510:30IND - MEL
3 stops35h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 20/2$4,478
Mon 7/420:50MEL - IND
3 stops58h 02mTurkish Airlines
Mon 14/417:58IND - MEL
3 stops34h 57mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2$4,834

Find flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Indianapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Tue 20/5

10:55-18:38

1 stop21h 43m

Indianapolis

Wed 28/5

11:51-07:30

2 stops29h 39m

$1,693

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Mon 19/5

09:40-11:51

2 stops40h 11m

Indianapolis

Tue 27/5

12:21-06:40

2 stops28h 19m

$2,209

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Mon 7/4

09:40-19:19

2 stops23h 39m

Indianapolis

Mon 14/4

16:02-10:05

3 stops28h 03m

$3,460

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Thu 22/5

06:00-20:54

3 stops28h 54m

Indianapolis

Mon 26/5

10:30-11:35

3 stops35h 05m

$4,478

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Mon 7/4

20:50-16:52

3 stops58h 02m

Indianapolis

Mon 14/4

17:58-18:55

3 stops34h 57m

$4,834

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Fri 28/3

12:00-06:13

1 stop33h 13m

$1,223

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Sat 1/3

21:00-13:00

3 stops56h 00m

$1,326

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Fri 28/2

16:20-20:51

1 stop20h 31m

$1,787

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Sat 29/3

12:00-17:27

1 stop20h 27m

$2,156

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Thu 27/3

03:25-22:00

3 stops57h 35m

$3,457

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 41 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Indianapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne to Indianapolis in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 61% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Indianapolis by month

Plan your trip to Indianapolis by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Indianapolis ranges from 58.0 - 130.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Indianapolis when rainfall is around 58.0 mm.

Temperature in Indianapolis by month

Plan your trip to Indianapolis by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Indianapolis, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 24.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Indianapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indianapolis. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Indianapolis. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Indianapolis. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Indianapolis from Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Indianapolis from Melbourne, you will be flying to Indianapolis, which is the city’s only airport. Indianapolis (IND) is located 13.3 km from the centre of Indianapolis. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Indianapolis round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $1,693, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Indianapolis.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Air Canada. United Airlines is priced at 30% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Indianapolis one-way?

    $1,223 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qantas Airways and American Airlines, with prices starting from $1,787 and $2,156, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Indianapolis flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Indianapolis by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Indianapolis

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United AirlinesCheapest$1,674Average$2,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,689Average$2,692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,740Average$2,416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,859Average$2,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,019Average$2,943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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