IND (Indianapolis) to IAD (Washington) flights arrive on time 90% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 90%. The average delay is 62 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.IND → IAD
IND (Indianapolis) to IAD (Washington)
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This route is usually on time. About 90% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Airlines are roughly equal on this route — Republic Airways leads slightly at 90% vs United Airlines at 86%.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 90% on time; United Airlines trails at 86%.
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Good to know
Departing from IND
81% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. IND has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~16 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at IAD
83% on timeWhen flights into IAD are late, the average delay is 74 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at IAD: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.