IND (Indianapolis) to RSW (Fort Myers) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 81%. The average delay is 69 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.IND → RSW
IND (Indianapolis) to RSW (Fort Myers)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% 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 — Southwest Airlines leads slightly at 81% vs Spirit Airlines at 77%.
Airline Comparison
Southwest Airlines leads at 81% on time; Spirit Airlines trails at 77%.
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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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at RSW
79% on timeWhen flights into RSW are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at RSW: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
RSW has a 2.5% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.