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Flights from Brainerd to Indianapolis

There are no direct flights from Brainerd to Indianapolis. The fastest way is one stop via Minneapolis, about 6h 21m door to door (2 connections a week on current schedules).

No direct flights · 1 connection option From 6h 21m
BRDINDMSP

Brainerd to Indianapolis at a glance

Fastest journey6h 21mVia Minneapolis, on current schedules
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Minneapolis

Best ways to fly from Brainerd to Indianapolis

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

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BRD Minneapolis (MSP) IND
Leg 1: Bemidji Airlines, SkyWest · Leg 2: Delta Air Lines, Sun Country Airlines, SkyWest
Mon10:45 BRD11:12 MSP4h 33m connection15:45 MSP18:06 INDSkyWest + Delta Air Lines
2 connections a week One airline, one ticket Fastest 6h 21m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
980 km609 miles
Journey time
6h 21mon current schedules
Time difference
+1hIndianapolis vs Brainerd
Currency in Indianapolis
USD
Airports
BRD → IND

Flights from Brainerd to Indianapolis: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Brainerd to Indianapolis?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Minneapolis. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Brainerd to Indianapolis?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 6h 21m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 980 km.
Where do you change planes between Brainerd and Indianapolis?
The best connecting points are Minneapolis (MSP). Bemidji Airlines flies both legs via Minneapolis, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Brainerd and Indianapolis?
Brainerd: Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD). Indianapolis: Indianapolis International Airport (IND).
What is the time difference between Brainerd and Indianapolis?
Indianapolis is 1 hour ahead of Brainerd.

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