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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis from $1,706

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IND
3 Dec — 10 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Indianapolis that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 November 2025.

Wed 11/316:05MEL - IND
1 stop20h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 15/320:18IND - MEL
1 stop41h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 31/10$1,706
Wed 11/309:10MEL - IND
2 stops26h 59mDelta
Sun 15/319:35IND - MEL
2 stops44h 25mDelta
Deal found 1/11$1,711

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 3 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,706

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$2,464
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 11/3-15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 16m total
  • Melbourne to Indianapolis
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($410 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($73 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 3 November 2025.
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MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

16:05-21:34

1 stop20h 29m

Indianapolis

Sun 15/3

20:18-05:00

1 stop41h 42m

$1,706

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Wed 11/3

09:10-21:09

2 stops26h 59m

Indianapolis

Sun 15/3

19:35-07:00

2 stops44h 25m

$1,711

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Deals found on 31/10

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis (average of $1,124). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,863). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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 3 November 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 58% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 3 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Qantas Airways and United Airlines from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
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Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Carol,Oct 2025

ADL - MEL

Smooth flight, good onboard staff who were very caring when I didn’t feel very well.

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 2 airlines. Indianapolis is conveniently located just 13.3 km from Indianapolis’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis?

    A quick flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis can take about 20h 29m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,706. Melbourne Airport and Indianapolis are separated by a distance of 15620 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $1,264. Another option worth looking into is Qantas Airways, starting at $1,611 round trip. Users have found that United Airlines is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis (average of $1,124). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Indianapolis in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,863). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Melbourne to Indianapolis

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$1,264Average$2,046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,611Average$2,525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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