10.25.2023

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72º | Cloudy | 10% chance of rain | Sunrise 8:05 a.m. | Sunset 6:53 p.m.

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All you need to know about the Indianapolis International Airport

Plane taxiing with Indianapolis International Airport in the background

The Indianapolis International Airport opened back in 1931. | Photo by Indianapolis Airport Authority

Traveling via plane is fun. Jet-setting over beautiful blue waters or rolling hills, taking in cloud formations, and landing in a completely different location in a matter of hours is unlike anything else.

The whole navigating the airport part? Less exciting, and sometimes pretty stressful — especially around the holidays.

To help make your time at the Indianapolis International Airport as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from gates and parking to details on the airport’s ~45 nonstop flights.

What to know

TSA | According to the IND airport’s website, it takes ~3-4 minutes to get through during off-peak hours and ~20 minutes during peak hours.
Map it out | If you’re like us and need to completely visualize a place before you step foot inside, these maps of the entire airport will be your saving grace. Note: The Indianapolis airport has two concourses, each with 20 gates.
Food and drink | We’re a fan of the five-spice latte at Tinker Coffee Cafe. If you need something on the fly, Farmer’s Fridge is open 24/7 and has plenty of grab-and-go options.
Flight status | While we recommend staying updated via your respective airline, you can also check the airport’s dashboard for your flight status in a pinch.

INDY_Indianapolis International Airport Civic Plaza_NOV2022 — IND has been recognized as the Best Airport in North America for 11 years in a row.
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Photo by Indianapolis Airport Authority

Current airport updates

You may still see some construction around the garage as IND works to expand the number of spaces in the parking garage, but it shouldn’t have a large impact on your experience. Look for signs directing you to alternate exits and watch your speed.

Another major reconstruction project is underway on South Runway 5R-23L, which will give the airport long-term stability and sustainability for future. Phase one is already complete and phase two is expected to be done by the end of October 2023. Phase three construction is anticipated to take place between April and October 2024.

Parking, shuttles, and rideshare

Not everyone has a bestie who will drop everything to pick them up from their 3 a.m. landing. Hourly parking is $2 per half hour, and the Cell Phone Lot offers free parking for guests waiting to pick up arriving passengers. Beyond that, the price per day is as listed:

Valet parking | $27/day, minimum of $9 per hour
Short term parking | $20/day
Park & Walk | $14/day
Economy parking | $9/day

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Nonstop flights, dining options, and more

Events

Wednesday, Oct. 25

BOOville: The Guild’s Haunted House | Wednesday, Oct. 25-Tuesday, Oct. 31 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, 3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis | Museum admission | Check out this haunted house where you’ll encounter Halloween villains such as witches, Dracula, Frankenstein, mummies, ghosts, and skeletons.

Thursday, Oct. 26

Nightmare on Edgewood | Thursday, Oct. 26-Saturday, Nov. 4 | Times vary | Nightmare on Edgewood Haunted House, 1959 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis | $30-$50 | Visit “Indy’s most intense haunted house,” if you dare.
Wynonna Judd: Back to Wy | Thursday, Oct. 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis | $49.50-$299.50 | See one of the most widely recognized and awarded female country musicians in history live.

Friday, Oct. 27

INconversation with A’Lelia Bundles and Tyrone McKinley Freeman | Friday, Oct. 27 | 5:15-7 p.m. | Madam Walker Legacy Center, 617 Indiana Ave., Indianapolis | Free | A’Lelia Bundles, the great-great-granddaughter of Madam C.J. Walker, and Dr. Tyrone McKinley Freeman will share insights into the life of the remarkable woman.

Saturday, Oct. 28

Hocus Pocus Drag Brunch | Saturday, Oct. 28 | 12-3 p.m. | Skyline Club, One American Square, 36th Floor, Indianapolis | $65 | Enjoy an all-inclusive over-the-top buffet, bottomless mimosas, and an epic lineup of entertainers — dress to impress for a chance to win the costume contest.

Sunday, Oct. 29

Halloween Hot Cocoa & Treats 5K | Sunday, Oct. 29 | 9-11 a.m. | Indiana State Museum, 650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis | $20.99-$45 | Let your little ghouls take part in this 80-yard kids run where they’ll race to the finish to hunt for candy in a haystack.

Events calendar here

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News Notes

Announced

The Indoor Football League is launching in central Indiana with a Fishers-based professional team in 2025. The team will play home games at the Fishers Event Center, which is currently under construction, starting in March 2025. The name and logo for the football team have not been announced yet, but we’ll keep you updated. (IBJ)

Health

IU Health Foundation is launching a $200 million fundraising campaign called “All the Difference.” It’s set up to fund projects to help Hoosiers avoid and treat illness and injury along with programs outside of hospitals. The campaign will run through 2027. (IBJ)

Sports

Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith agreed to a three-year, $33 million extension with the team this week, according to ESPN. Tonight is opening night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse versus the Washington Wizards. Tickets for the game start at $9. (WRTV)

Concert

Blink-182 announced it will make a stop in Indianapolis for “The One More Time Tour” with special guest Pierce the Veil. The bands will hit the stage at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Aug. 2, 2024. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 27. (WRTV)

Drink

Johnson County’s first distillery — Haberdasher Artisan Distillery — is opening its own tasting room in Franklin this weekend. The distillery offers flights, cocktails, and a small food menu, plus private tastings + small events. Haberdasher is open 2-8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays. (WISH)

Seasonal

Carmel Christkindlmarkt is gearing up for the season + announced there will be several new additions to the market this year — including five new vendor huts, new food options like German-style kebabs and soups, and new barrel dining rooms. The market will be open Saturday, Nov. 18-Sunday, Dec. 24.

Pets

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Answered

We asked if you knew of any other restaurants open on Mondays and here’s what you said:

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Photo by @nomorechickennugs

“Napolese is open on Mondays at 49th and Penn.” — Lynn + Carl S.

“Don’t forget Shapiro’s Delicatessen is open every day throughout the year but Thanksgiving and Christmas, 10 to 7:30 p.m.” — Pam B.

“Rivet Coffee Bar and Roastery is open Mondays!” — Renita M.

“Iozzo’s Garden Italy is open for dinner seven nights a week and for lunch Monday through Friday.” — @jjhunt74

“English Ivy’s [is] always open on Monday!” — Ruth B.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Nicole

From the editor

I’ve never chosen to fly around Thanksgiving or Christmas because the thought of it stresses me out, but thankfully we’re from Indy — where the airport has been named the best in customer satisfaction among medium-sized airports for the sixth year by J.D. Power. IND has received so many awards and recognition for a reason.

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