Miami (MIA) to Indianapolis (IND): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Miami (MIA) to Indianapolis (IND) effectively runs on two schedules. In October 2024, 85% of arrivals were on time; in July 2026 that fell to 56% — a 29-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 70% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (87% vs 65%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 70%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 21 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.4%
- Flights/day
- 2.6
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 55m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 1,020 mi
Best airline from MIA to IND
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Envoy Airmost reliable | 86% | 9 min | 0.8% | 257 |
| American Airlines | 69% | 22 min | 1.7% | 1,453 |
| Southwest Airlines | 54% | 33 min | 0.5% | 189 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from MIA to IND
Aim for departures around 7 a.m. (91% on-time); avoid 7 p.m. departures (63%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 64% | 28 min |
| Tuesday | 74% | 15 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 78% | 13 min |
| Thursday | 72% | 20 min |
| Friday | 68% | 21 min |
| Saturday | 71% | 20 min |
| Sunday | 66% | 27 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft43%
- Airline operations31%
- National airspace system18%
- Weather7%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from MIA to IND delayed?
- 30% of MIA–IND flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-07 and 2026-07. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 21 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from MIA to IND?
- Envoy Air has the best on-time record on this route at 86%, based on 257 flights. 3 airlines flew MIA–IND frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from MIA to IND?
- Departures around 7 a.m. have the best record (91% on-time), while departures around 7 p.m. have the worst (63%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from MIA to IND?
- The scheduled MIA–IND flight time averages 2h 55m over 1,020 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 30% of the time.
- How often are MIA to IND flights cancelled?
- 1.4% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from MIA to IND?
- July 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 56% of arrivals on time. The best was October 2024 at 85%. If your dates are flexible, that 29-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 1,934 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.