Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Indianapolis Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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Security seemed to tip-toe past me and the cleaning staff detoured around my cozy sleeping alcove apparently out of respect for myself. – Cam
IND Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Indianapolis International Airport.
What to Expect
Indianapolis Airport (code: IND) comprises two modern concourses connected by a central ticketing/check-in area. After clearing security, passengers can move between the two concourses without re-screening via an airside walkway. The airport hosts about two dozen eateries and an equal number of shops. The airport offers free WiFi and some power outlets for re-charging mobile devices. For additional comfort, economy-class passengers can pay to use one of the first-class airport lounges.
Sleeping in Indianapolis Airport
Airport staff and security are described as accommodating to overnight sleepers, though passengers are restricted to the landslide once security checkpoints close for the night. Comfortable couches are located throughout the terminal, and the terminal lounge and baggage claim are recommended partly due to the comfy seating. The terminal can get cold and noisy, so earplugs/noise-cancelling headphones and warm clothes/travel blankets are recommended. There is no onsite hotel, but some hotels are within a quick shuttle ride. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The terminal is open 24 hours. Security checkpoint hours are reported as:
- Checkpoint A: opens at 3:30 AM – last flight
- Checkpoint B: opens at 3:45 AM – last flight
Rest & Relaxation Zones
No dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones exist. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
In the event of widespread flight cancellations due to severe weather, cots may be made available on a limited basis. Availability is not guaranteed and appears to be situation-dependent. Ask airport staff for current information.
Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the airport sounds like a nightmare, some hotels near Indianapolis Airport provide free airport shuttles.
- Hampton Inn & Suites Indianapolis Airport » Check Rates
- Hilton Garden Inn Indianapolis Airport » Check Rates
- Holiday Inn Indianapolis Airport » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near Indianapolis Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Not available
Airline Lounges (members only)
- Delta Sky Club – Location: Airside, Concourse A, just past the TSA security checkpoint. Hours: 4:45 AM – 7:45 PM (Sunday–Friday) • 4:45 AM – 6:00 PM (Saturday). Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Complimentary for Delta One, SkyTeam Elite Plus members, and select credit cards (e.g., Delta Reserve).
Military Lounge
- USO Lounge – Landside, Lower Level near Baggage Claim 3, Room 10T.109. Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday–Friday) • Saturday: hours vary (not specified). Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: free for active duty military, Reserve, National Guard personnel, and their families with valid DoD ID.
Drinking Water
Water bottle refill stations are reported to be available.
Food & Drinks
Most food outlets close overnight and operate on varying daytime schedules. Late-night options are limited to vending machines, including:
Farmer’s Fridge vending machines
- Concourse A, near Gate A06
- Concourse B, near Gate B06
illy coffee vending machines
- Concourse A
- Concourse B
No staffed food outlets are confirmed to operate 24 hours.
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Luggage storage services and lockers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
Six free mobile charging stations were reported landside near the restaurant area across from Guest Services / 500 Grill.
Showers
Showers are not available. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
WiFi / Internet
Free WiFi is available at Indianapolis Airport. Connect to the “IND PUBLIC WIFI” network.
Security & Safety
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
ATMs / Cash Machines – ATMs are available landside and airside. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s withdrawal limits and foreign transaction policies before travelling.
Baby Care Facilities – Nursing Mother’s Rooms are available in three locations, offering a private space for breastfeeding and pumping. Facilities are located both landside and airside in Concourses A and B.
Barbershop – Hair Departure Barber Shop offers haircuts and grooming services. It is located in Civic Plaza, just past the Ticketing Hall.
CPR Training – Hands-Only CPR training kiosks allow travellers to watch an instructional video and practice CPR skills on a mannequin. Kiosks are available airside in Concourses A and B during daytime hours.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available, along with a selection of retail stores selling newspapers, snacks, drinks, and travel essentials. Opening hours vary by location, with some shops opening early in the morning.
Information Desk – The Guest Services desk provides assistance with airport services, maps, lost and found, paging, and local tourism information. It is located in Civic Plaza beyond the Ticketing Hall. Airport ambassadors are also available throughout the terminal to help travellers.
KIND Art Gallery – The KIND Art Gallery features rotating exhibits by local and regional artists. Displays change periodically and provide a low-key way to pass time between flights.
Meditation Room – The Haflich Meditation Room provides a quiet, interfaith space for prayer and reflection. It is located landside at the south end of the Ticketing Hall and is open daily, with slightly reduced hours on Saturdays.
Pet Relief – Indoor pet relief areas for service animals are available airside in both Concourse A and Concourse B.
Sensory Room – The Sensory Room is designed to provide a calming environment for travellers with sensory sensitivities. The space offers a quieter, more controlled setting away from terminal noise and crowds.
SIM Cards – A reader has asked us to include where to buy SIM Cards. If you know, click here to update this airport guide.
Spa – EnRoute Spa offers massage and nail services. It is located airside in Concourse B and operates during daytime and early evening hours.
Vintage Indy Car Display – Motorsports fans can view a vintage Indianapolis 500 race car on display. The exhibit highlights the city’s racing history and offers a quick visual distraction while passing through the terminal.
Walking Path – Designated walking paths are available for travellers looking to stretch their legs. A short loop is located landside in the Ticketing Hall, with longer walking paths available in each concourse. The paths were developed in partnership with the American Heart Association.
Bus
IndyGo Route 8 serves IND airport via a regular bus service to and from downtown via Washington Street. Bus fare is $1.75. For route maps, schedules and fares, visit the IndyGo website.
Car Rentals
Car rental desks are available in the Ground Transportation Center, located on the 1st floor of the parking garage. On-site car rental agencies include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Payless, Sixt and Thrifty.
Hotel Shuttles
Several area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Comfort Suites • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianapolis Airport South • Courtyard by Marriott • Crowne Plaza • Delta Hotels by Marriott • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriot • Hampton Inn & Suites • Hilton Garden Inn • Holiday Inn Indianapolis – Airport Area N • Holiday Inn • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Indianapolis W – Airport Area • La Quinta Inn by Wyndham • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham • Residence Inn by Marriott • Wingate by Wyndham • Wyndham Indianapolis West.
Shuttles depart from the Ground Transportation area, Zone 2. Use the courtesy phone to contact the hotel for pick-up.
See also Airport Hotels above.
Ride App
Lyft and Uber pick up from the Ground Transportation Centre. A ride to the city centre costs approximately $20.
Shuttles
The following companies provide shuttle service to/from the airport: Go Express (express service to downtown Indianapolis), Lafayette Limo (Lafayette Limo Office, Quality Inn, Purdue West, State Street Bus Stop, Holiday Inn City Centre, Courtyard Marriott Lafayette), and Bloomington Shuttle Service Inc. (Bloomington and Indiana University).
Taxis
Taxis are readily available at the lower level curb outside of Baggage Claim. All taxis are metered, and reservations are not required. The minimum fare is $15 for all fares leaving the airport. Fares must not exceed what is shown on the meter, so if travelling outside of Indianapolis, negotiate the fare with the driver before starting your journey.
Last updated: 2026-01-28
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.