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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis from $1,292

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 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IND
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult

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

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Indianapolis

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) 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 18 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$2,071

One-way from

$1,292

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,733
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 9/6-16/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 24m total
  • Melbourne to Indianapolis
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17/6
  • 17/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 44m total
  • Melbourne to Indianapolis
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($420 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 18 April 2025.

Mon 9/610:55MEL - IND
1 stop20h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 16/618:05IND - MEL
1 stop24h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,071
Fri 30/513:40MEL - IND
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/620:21IND - MEL
2 stops25h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,380
Fri 30/509:45MEL - IND
1 stop21h 08mQantas Airways
Fri 6/617:29IND - MEL
1 stop21h 31mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/4$2,523
Fri 30/509:45MEL - IND
2 stops26h 41mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/608:35IND - MEL
1 stop30h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 17/4$2,681
Mon 9/621:20MEL - IND
3 stops57h 11mTurkish Airlines
Mon 16/616:27IND - MEL
3 stops36h 58mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 17/4$3,402
Thu 12/606:00MEL - IND
3 stops28h 59mAir Canada
Fri 13/610:30IND - MEL
3 stops34h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 18/4$5,275

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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Melbourne

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Indianapolis

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Mon 9/6

10:55-17:09

1 stop20h 14m

Indianapolis

Mon 16/6

18:05-08:15

1 stop24h 10m

$2,071

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Fri 30/5

13:40-09:45

3 stops34h 05m

Indianapolis

Fri 6/6

20:21-11:30

2 stops25h 09m

$2,380

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Fri 30/5

09:45-16:53

1 stop21h 08m

Indianapolis

Fri 6/6

17:29-05:00

1 stop21h 31m

$2,523

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Fri 30/5

09:45-22:26

2 stops26h 41m

Indianapolis

Fri 6/6

08:35-05:00

1 stop30h 25m

$2,681

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Mon 9/6

21:20-16:31

3 stops57h 11m

Indianapolis

Mon 16/6

16:27-19:25

3 stops36h 58m

$3,402

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Thu 12/6

06:00-20:59

3 stops28h 59m

Indianapolis

Fri 13/6

10:30-11:05

3 stops34h 35m

$5,275

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Tue 17/6

11:35-10:19

3 stops36h 44m

$1,292

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Tue 17/6

10:55-15:39

2 stops42h 44m

$1,316

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Sun 29/6

10:55-04:51

1 stop31h 56m

$1,776

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Thu 22/5

21:15-23:44

2 stops40h 29m

$16,221

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Deals found on 17/4

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport 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 11 April 2025.

Booking 41 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 18 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 59% 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 18 April 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
820 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
398 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,769 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,200 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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?

    Most people fly into Indianapolis (IND) if they book a flight to Indianapolis from Melbourne. On average, Indianapolis has 0 inbound flights from Melbourne per day from 4 airlines. Indianapolis is conveniently located just 13.3 km from Indianapolis’s city centre.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Indianapolis, with prices starting at $2,071. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $2,523 and $2,681, respectively. Users have found that United Airlines is 13% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $1,316. Users have also found prices from $1,776 and $16,221 on Virgin Australia and Emirates, 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,656Average$2,376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$2,022Average$2,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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