Indianapolis International Airport

IND KIND Indianapolis, Indiana Elevation: 797 ft

Indianapolis International Airport is the primary commercial gateway to Indianapolis and central Indiana, located 7 miles southwest of downtown Indianapolis. IND offers three runways with the longest at 11,200 feet, accommodating all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners. The airport sees significant private aviation traffic during the Indianapolis 500 in May, when drivers, owners, sponsors, and VIP guests arrive from around the world. Dedicated FBO facilities from Signature Flight Support provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Indianapolis via IND: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.

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Transworld Jets Insider Tip

The Indianapolis 500 weekend in late May is one of the busiest private aviation events in the Midwest, with hundreds of private jets arriving for the race. Book well in advance and expect ground transfer delays during race weekend. Indianapolis Executive Airport (TYQ) in Zionsville offers overflow capacity during major events.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can heavy jets land at Indianapolis International?

Yes. IND's 11,200-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners including the Boeing BBJ, Airbus ACJ, and the largest wide-body VIP conversions.

When is Indianapolis Airport busiest for private aviation?

The Indianapolis 500 in late May is the single busiest private jet weekend of the year, with the Brickyard 400 in August and major conventions also drawing significant traffic. Book well in advance for these events.

How far is IND from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway?

Indianapolis International Airport is approximately 8 miles from the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, typically a 15-minute drive. It's also 7 miles from downtown Indianapolis and Lucas Oil Stadium.