IND · Indianapolis, IN · Large Hub

Indianapolis International Airport Guide

Terminals, minimum connection times, ground transport, parking, lounges, and layover advice for Indianapolis International Airport (IND), every figure cited to the airport's own data.

Quick answer

  • Terminals: 1 terminal, airside-connected
  • Minimum connection time: 30 min domestic, 1 hr 15 min international to domestic
  • Arrive: 1 hr 30 min before domestic, 2 hr 30 min before international
  • To Indianapolis: about 20 min one-way
  • Free WiFi: Yes

Terminals & connections

Indianapolis International Airport has 1 terminal. All are airside-connected; you can transfer between them without re-clearing security.

H. Weir Cook Terminal (Concourses A and B)

10 airlines: Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, and more

Single terminal consistently rated among best mid-sized US airports.

Minimum connection times

Domestic to domestic
30 min
Domestic to international
45 min
International to domestic
1 hr 15 min
International to international
1 hr
Transfer system
Walking only (airside-connected)
Airside connected
Yes

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Security & TSA

Typical TSA wait at IND is 15 minutes at peak and 5 minutes off-peak. Arrive at least 1 hr 30 min before a domestic flight and 2 hr 30 min before international.

TSA PreCheck
Available
CLEAR
Available
Global Entry
Available

Amenities

4 of 7 core amenities available at IND: free WiFi, nursing rooms, chapel, pet relief. Free WiFi quality is rated very good. Dining options span 1 terminal.

Showers

Not available

Sleep pods

Not available

WiFi

Free (very good)

Nursing rooms

Available

Multiple locations

Chapel

Available

Civic Plaza

Pet relief areas

Available

Pet relief areas

Dining highlights

Civic Plaza: Harry & Izzy's, Shapiro's Delicatessen

Ground transport to Indianapolis

IND is about 20 min from downtown Indianapolis by the fastest transit option.

Option Cost Time
IndyGo Route 8 (Green Line)
Bus
Bus to downtown.
 $2 30-50 min
Uber/Lyft
Rideshare
 $25-$40 15-30 min

Parking

IND parking ranges from $7/day economy to $26/day short-term.

Short-term
$26/day
Long-term
$12/day
Economy
$7/day
Valet
Not available

Can I leave IND during a layover?

Yes, IND is close enough to Indianapolis that a 3-hour layover is workable. With 6+ hours, you have time to see part of Indianapolis. Round-trip to the city center is about 40 min plus re-screening on return.

Downtown Indianapolis is 15-20 min by rideshare. Monument Circle and Lucas Oil Stadium are easy layover trips.

Overnight layover hotels

  • Hampton Inn Indianapolis Airport
    5-min shuttle
    $$

Frequently asked questions

How early should I arrive at IND?

Arrive at least 90 minutes before a domestic flight from IND, and 150 minutes before an international flight.

What is the minimum connection time at IND?

IND requires at least 30 minutes for domestic-to-domestic connections and 75 minutes for international-to-domestic connections. All concourses are airside-connected, so you do not need to re-clear security when changing concourses.

How long does it take to get between terminals at IND?

Budget 5 min for same-terminal transfers and 10 min for different-terminal transfers at IND via Walking only (airside-connected).

Can I leave IND during a 3-hour layover?

Yes, IND is close enough to Indianapolis that 3-hour layovers are workable. Round-trip to the city center is about 40 minutes plus re-screening. Downtown Indianapolis is 15-20 min by rideshare. Monument Circle and Lucas Oil Stadium are easy layover trips.

Does IND have showers?

IND does not have dedicated public showers. Paid lounge access is typically required for shower facilities.

Does IND have sleep pods?

IND does not have dedicated sleep pods. Check premium airline lounges for quiet rooms.

Is WiFi free at IND?

Yes. IND offers free WiFi throughout the airport.

What is the cheapest way to get from IND to Indianapolis?

The cheapest option is typically IndyGo Route 8 (Green Line) at $2, taking 30-50 minutes. Bus to downtown.

Is there TSA PreCheck and CLEAR at IND?

IND supports TSA PreCheck and has CLEAR lanes. Global Entry kiosks are available for returning international travelers. Typical peak-hour wait is 15 minutes.

Where should I eat at IND during a layover?

Notable dining at IND includes Harry & Izzy's (Civic Plaza), Shapiro's Delicatessen (Civic Plaza).

How much does parking cost at IND?

IND parking rates: $26/day short-term, $12/day long-term, $7/day economy. Book online in advance for significant discounts vs. drive-up rates.

Is there a hotel at IND for overnight layovers?

The closest option is Hampton Inn Indianapolis Airport (5-min shuttle, $$). Budget time for the shuttle or rideshare in your overnight plan.

Are there pet relief areas at IND?

Yes. Pet relief areas.

Is there a chapel or prayer room at IND?

Yes. Civic Plaza.

Compare IND to other airports

See how IND ranks against the other 69 airports in our dataset.

Best for layovers IND ranks well for quick layovers With sleep pods See which airports offer capsule hotels and nap rooms Shortest MCT IND dom-to-dom: 30 min · intl-to-dom: 1 hr 15 min

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Sources & verification

Verified 2026-04-14. Airport operations, parking rates, and amenities change; always confirm with Indianapolis International Airport before flying.