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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Indianapolis to Columbus flights are currently cheapest in May.

Alternative Indianapolis to Columbus routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Indianapolis to Columbus? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Indianapolis to Columbus: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$339
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Indianapolis to Columbus: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Columbus: Port Columbus and Columbus Rickenbacker.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Columbus is $339. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Indianapolis to Columbus. But we found flights with one or more stops from $339.
There are no flights flying from Indianapolis to Columbus, as of March 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Columbus is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Indianapolis Airport, the cheapest airport near Columbus is Port Columbus – which is 10.8 km away from the center of Columbus. We've found flights to this airport from $339.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Indianapolis Airport to Columbus on Friday, May 23, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Indianapolis Airport and Columbus. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Columbus but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Columbus is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 4°C. July is typically the warmest month in Columbus, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -7°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Columbus.

Traveling from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Columbus: what you need to know

  • Indianapolis (the location of Indianapolis International Airport) and Columbus share the same timezone — UTC-4.

  • Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from IND to Columbus. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're traveling during a popular month like July, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer during vacation periods like spring break and summer.

  • When flying domestically within United States, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to show some form of identification, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Indianapolis International Airport to Columbus, make sure your ID is up to date.

  • IND is around 24 kilometers from central Indianapolis. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 23 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 2 minutes.

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How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Columbus

  • $119 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Indianapolis International Airport to Columbus. Return flights start from $339. These fares can change depending on demand.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IND to Columbus if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your ticket from Indianapolis International Airport to Columbus.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from IND to Columbus is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Columbus, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Airports in Columbus

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)

Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)

  • Once your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Columbus has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city center in about 24 minutes by car. Central Columbus is approximately 26 kilometers from Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK).

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find a few welcoming places to lay your head within a short drive of LCK. Shift into relaxation gear at Quality Inn & Suites South after your flight from IND to Columbus.

Best time to go to Columbus

  • July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Columbus while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Columbus, consider the pace you like to travel at.

  • The warmest month in Columbus is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Columbus in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 6ºC. Search for cheap flights from IND to Columbus sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

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