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Flights from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis, IN depart on average 47 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $105 (€86) but you can travel from only $94 (€77) by bus.
There are 10 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:16. The fastest flight covers the 635 miles (1022 km) distance in 2h 12m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 635 miles (1022 km) |
Average flight duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $105 (€86) |
Flights per day 47 |
Direct flights 10 |
Fastest flight 2h 12m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:16 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Cheapest price
$162
Average price
$228
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Flights per day
2
Distance
1022 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis, IN is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis, IN will cost around $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $162.
Of the 2 flights that leave Newark, NJ for Indianapolis, IN onSat, Jun 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 27 the direct flights cover the 1022 km distance in an average of 3 h 53 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
On Sat, Jun 27 the longest flights will take 5 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis, IN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $94. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $94, and a train costs an average of $188.
Distance: 635 miles (1022 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$241 Average price | $144 Average price Cheapest | $277 Average price | $184 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 6m Average total duration 15h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23h 23m Average total duration 22h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis, IN:
A bus is $97 (€79) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis, IN costing on average $241 (€197).
A bus is $132 (€108) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis, IN costing on average $277 (€226).
Other travel options to Indianapolis, IN take longer:
Bus takes on average 15h 36m.
Train takes on average 22h 53m.
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Indianapolis, IN flights for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AA4671+ AA5572 | 9:20 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 5h02 | 2:22 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3503 · UA2443 · UA5985 | 9:30 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h22 | 5:52 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA4601 | 9:51 AM LaGuardia Airport | 2h36 | 12:27 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4454+ AA3596 | 10:10 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 5h18 | 3:28 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4654+ AA5392 | 10:37 AM LaGuardia Airport | 5h20 | 3:57 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3170+ AA3596 | 10:42 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 4h46 | 3:28 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4172 · UA511 · UA5985 | 11:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 6h52 | 5:52 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA4172 · UA511 · UA3418 | 11:00 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h01 | 7:01 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1875 · UA587 | 11:25 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h05 | 4:30 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4385 | 11:52 AM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 2h25 | 2:17 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3446 | 11:54 AM Newark Liberty International Airport | 2h13 | 2:07 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA2213 · UA1199 | 12:19 PM LaGuardia Airport | 10h11 | 10:30 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2204 · UA6132 | 12:36 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 7h27 | 8:03 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2654 · UA3418 | 1:25 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h36 | 7:01 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3321 · AA1951 | 1:50 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 6h25 | 8:15 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4600 | 2:15 PM LaGuardia Airport | 2h37 | 4:52 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2250 · AA1951 | 2:20 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h55 | 8:15 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2199 · UA3455 | 2:25 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h48 | 8:13 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2605 · UA1199 | 2:40 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 7h50 | 10:30 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2788 · UA3455 | 2:50 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h23 | 8:13 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3688 · UA3585 | 2:51 PM LaGuardia Airport | 4h25 | 7:16 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1992 · UA3585 | 3:08 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 4h08 | 7:16 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4449 | 3:30 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 2h37 | 6:07 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA4685 · AA4517 | 3:30 PM LaGuardia Airport | 4h29 | 7:59 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4486 · UA1193 · UA3660 | 3:30 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 8h16 | 11:46 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2815 · UA465 | 3:40 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 7h46 | 11:26 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3443 | 3:47 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 2h19 | 6:06 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1156 · UA3707 | 4:29 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h36 | 10:05 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA661 · UA3707 | 4:45 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h20 | 10:05 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1936+ AA4363 | 5:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 7h25 | 12:52 AM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1936+ AA4594 | 5:27 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h38 | 11:05 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1478+ AA4594 | 5:27 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h38 | 11:05 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4793 | 5:45 PM LaGuardia Airport | 2h39 | 8:24 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA254 · UA3660 | 6:25 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 5h21 | 11:46 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2769 · UA3660 | 6:29 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h17 | 11:46 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3050+ AA4363 | 7:19 PM LaGuardia Airport | 5h33 | 12:52 AM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6244 · UA3997 | 7:28 PM LaGuardia Airport | 4h31 | 11:59 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3529 · UA3997 | 7:29 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 4h30 | 11:59 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1811 · AA1033 | 7:29 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 4h38 | 12:07 AM Indianapolis International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4446 | 7:50 PM John F. Kennedy International Airport | 2h49 | 10:39 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA3705 | 7:53 PM Newark Liberty International Airport | 2h22 | 10:15 PM Indianapolis International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 2:04 AM Newark, NJ | 2h21 | 4:25 AM Indianapolis, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:42 AM Newark, NJ | 5h25 | 5:07 PM Indianapolis, IN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major campus combining the Indianapolis Museum of Art, gardens, and seasonal installations. Strong all-around choice for art, design, and outdoor strolling.
One of the world’s largest children’s museums, known for immersive science, history, and culture exhibits that also appeal to many adults.
Respected museum focused on Native American and Western art, with strong permanent collections and rotating exhibitions.
Iconic downtown circle and gathering place centered on the city’s best-known monument. A top orientation point and classic Indianapolis photo stop.
Popular pedestrian route along the downtown canal, lined with museums, public art, paddle boats, and skyline views.
Large urban park complex connecting major attractions, trails, green spaces, and event venues near downtown.
Indiana’s signature sandwich: a breaded and fried pork cutlet served on a bun, often comically larger than the bread. It is a classic Central Indiana comfort food.
A St. Elmo Steak House staple in Indianapolis, known for jumbo shrimp served with an intensely spicy horseradish cocktail sauce. It is one of the city’s most famous signature dishes.
Often called Indiana’s state pie, this simple custard-style pie is made with cream, sugar, and nutmeg. It is a beloved Hoosier dessert with deep local roots.
Historic downtown steakhouse famous for shrimp cocktail, steaks, and classic old-school service. One of Indianapolis’s most iconic dining rooms.
Well-known modern restaurant in Fletcher Place serving seasonal American cooking with a chef-driven menu in a stylish, industrial space.
Established upscale-casual spot related to St. Elmo, known for steaks, shrimp cocktail, and polished service in a more relaxed setting.
Generally moderate for U.S. travel. Hotels vary by events; dining and transport are usually manageable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis 10-15%, hotel staff USD 2-5, and round up for cafes if desired.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Indianapolis, IN by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Indianapolis, IN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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