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3 hour 40 min

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Transportation to Indianapolis Airport from the City Center

Indianapolis International Airport can be easily reached from the city centre by bus, shuttle service, which some hotels provide, or a rented vehicle. You can rely on limousine services for a more luxurious mode of transportation.

You can always find a taxi in the city centre. Regardless of where in the city centre, the taxi fare to the airport is a minimum of 15 dollars. If you are outside of the Indianapolis city centre, you should definitely speak to the taxi driver in advance regarding the fare. You should also remember that it is common to tip taxi drivers.

Shuttle Service

Go Express Travel offers shuttle services every day of the week from 08:00 to 23:00. Shuttle services depart from the city centre directly to Indianapolis International Airport every half an hour. A one-way ticket costs 10 dollars. Indianapolis is the car racing capital of the world, and during car racing events shuttle services are offered between the airport and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Car Rental

There are many car rental companies in the city centre. To reach the airport, drive along the Interstate 70 (I-70) and follow directions. The journey will take approximately 20 minutes in normal traffic conditions.   

Bus

Bus route 8 from the city centre to the airport takes around 1 hour. The journey lasts this long because the bus has to stop at 54 different stations on the way. A one-way bus ticket costs 1.75 dollars; a daily ticket costs 4 dollars.

Hotel Shuttle Service

Numerous hotels around the Indianapolis airport, and some of the hotels in the city centre provide airport shuttle services. Some hotels ask for additional charges for airport shuttle services. Find out in advance whether your hotel provides airport transfer services, and whether there are additional costs attached.

Limousine

You can seek the services of a limousine company if in the lookout for a comfortable journey. For a more affordable option, you can also share the rented limousine. Your hotel can provide you with the contact details of companies that provide limousine services. Ensure to choose a limousine company that has the necessary business license to drop off travelers to Indianapolis International Airport.

Airport Information

Located in the southwest of the city, about 7 miles from the city centre, Indianapolis International Airport is the largest airport in the U.S. state of Indiana. To create a more comfortable environment, there are a number of facilities in the airport, including a spa centre and a hairdresser. There are also many stores, markets, cafes, restaurants, and bars, as well as a lounge spread across the airport. Free wi-fi service is available at the terminal. For further information visit the Indianapolis International Airport website.

Last Updated: 21 Nov 2016

Transportation to Seattle City Center from Airport

Neighboring Canada, the seaport city of Seattle is the largest city in the state of Washington and a major city in the U.S. The city gets its name from an ancient Native American chief and its official nickname is Emerald City due to its lush greenery and beautiful nature.

The city of Seattle is served by the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, a major airport that handled over 42 million passengers in 2015. Also referred to as Sea-Tac Airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is used as a major transfer airport due to its proximity to Canada. Located about 24 km from the city, there are a variety of transportation alternatives to get to the city center from the airport that are both quick and easy. The Link Light Rail system provides transportation between Sea-Tac Airport and downtown Seattle, which takes about 40 minutes. Other transportation alternatives to get to the city center from the airport include taxis, shuttle services, and rental cars.

Link Light Rail

The Link Light Rail system is the most commonly used means of public transportation in Seattle. These light rail trains are a great transportation alternative to get to the city center from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. These trains provide transportation directly from the airport to downtown Seattle. The Link Light Rail is accessibly from the parking lot, on level 4. Trains operate every 7.5 to 15 minutes and take about 40 minutes to get to the city center from the airport. Monday to Saturday the Link Light Rail operates from 5 am to 1 am and on Sundays it operates from 6 am to midnight. Tickets can be purchased from kiosks at the station with cash or credit card.

Bicycle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport features various bicycle resources for passengers who want to travel to and from the airport by bike. The airport features bicycle assembly stations, bicycle parking areas, and long-term storage areas. There are over 50 bicycle rental stations located in the city that are a part of the city’s bike share system. Fees start at 8 USD. You can get to the city center from the airport by following the special bike paths and shared roadways.

Hotel Shuttle Services

Many hotels located in Seattle provide their guests with airport shuttle services. To take advantage of this service make sure to discuss it with the hotel you are staying at in advance. We recommend making a reservation for this service. Hotel shuttle services are an extremely practical and comfortable means of transportation but it can be a bit more expensive than taking a taxi. Depending on your destination in the city it can take about 20 minutes to get to downtown Seattle from the airport. 

Taxi

Taxis are a very convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center from Sea-Tac Airport. Taxis are easily accessible from the taxi stands that are located on the 3rd floor of the parking lot. A taxi to the city center from the airport costs 50 USD on average and takes 20 minutes if there’s no traffic. The fare and duration will vary depending on your final destination in the city.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another way to get to the city center from the airport. Renting a car is also a great option for getting around in the city during your trip. Rental car companies at the airport are located at the Rental Car Facility. Shuttle buses depart from the terminal exits and provide transportation to the Rental Car Facility. Depending on the traffic it takes about 20 minutes to get to the city center from Sea-Tac Airport. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar Car Rental, Enterprise, Firefly, Hertz, National, Payless, and Sixt.

Shuttle

There are various shared ride van and scheduled airporter services that provide transportation from Sea-Tac Airport to the city center. Each company has specific drop off and pick up locations. For more information on shuttle services to the city, shuttle operators and fares please visit Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s website.

Last Updated: 10 Jun 2019

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For Indianapolis-Seattle flights, you can use Indianapolis Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Seattle Lake Union Airport, Seattle Tacoma Intl. Airport, Paine - Snohomish County Airport for arrival.

How many kilometers is the flight distance from Indianapolis-Seattle and how long does the flight take?

The flight distance between Indianapolis-Seattle is 3005 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 3 hour 40 minutes.

Which day is the most convenient for Indianapolis-Seattle flights?

When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Indianapolis-Seattle flights is Monday.

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