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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis from $1,638

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — IND
1 May — 8 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 1 April 2026.

Wed 13/510:55
MEL
-
IND
1 stop21h 13m
United Airlines
Wed 20/512:47
IND
-
MEL
2 stops28h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/3$1,638
Fri 24/709:45
MEL
-
IND
1 stop28h 14m
American Airlines
Sun 2/816:21
IND
-
MEL
1 stop24h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 31/3$1,794
Fri 24/709:45
MEL
-
IND
1 stop22h 05m
Qantas Airways
Sun 2/816:21
IND
-
MEL
1 stop24h 24m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 30/3$1,831
Fri 24/706:00
MEL
-
IND
3 stops28h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/810:20
IND
-
MEL
3 stops35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3$1,895
Fri 24/706:00
MEL
-
IND
3 stops28h 44m
Air Canada
Sun 2/810:20
IND
-
MEL
3 stops34h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 31/3$2,136

Find 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 1 April 2026.

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$1,638

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January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,951
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/5-20/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 56m total
  • Melbourne to Indianapolis
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($103 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Wed 13/5

10:55-18:08

1 stop21h 13m

Indianapolis

Wed 20/5

12:47-07:30

2 stops28h 43m

$1,638
Fastest return journey

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:45-17:50

1 stop22h 05m

Indianapolis

Sun 2/8

16:21-06:45

1 stop24h 24m

$1,832

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Fri 24/7

09:45-17:50

1 stop22h 05m

Indianapolis

Sun 2/8

11:04-06:45

2 stops29h 41m

$1,842

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Wed 24/6

10:55-10:54

2 stops37h 59m

Indianapolis

Wed 15/7

16:25-08:15

2 stops49h 50m

$2,514

MelbourneIndianapolis

MEL - IND

MELIND

Melbourne

Sat 27/6

13:35-15:28

2 stops39h 53m

Indianapolis

Fri 24/7

19:38-06:45

2 stops45h 07m

$2,548

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis (average of $940). Flying from Melbourne to Indianapolis in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,752). 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 1 April 2026.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis delayed?

About 31% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Indianapolis have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 210 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Indianapolis flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Indianapolis flights?

Over the past year, Air India have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 31% of flights being delayed.

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 1 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Melbourne to Indianapolis by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,530 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,545 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Midhat,Feb 2026

WYA - ADL

Frequent delays, 3rd week in a row. Flight attendants not at all friendly.

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 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis?

    For as low as $1,638, United Airlines can have you in Indianapolis from Melbourne in 21h 13m. There are 15620 km between Melbourne and Indianapolis. 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 to Indianapolis round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $1,192, was found to be the cheapest airline from Melbourne to Indianapolis.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and American Airlines. United Airlines is priced at 31% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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 to Indianapolis?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Indianapolis (average of $940). Flying from Melbourne to Indianapolis in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,752). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Indianapolis

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Indianapolis. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2026.
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United AirlinesCheapest$1,192Average$1,343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,393Average$2,406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,726Average$1,726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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