When you arrive at the Indianapolis International Airport, you will still need to travel to Bloomington, which is about an hour from the airport. Fortunately, there are a number of easy ways to get to Bloomington.
You will have to go through customs when you arrive in the U.S.
Learn more about U.S. customsYou are required to arrive in Bloomington on a specific date each term. If an emergency prevents you from arriving by that date, you may be able to receive permission to arrive late.
For spring 2021, you need to arrive by January 19, 2021. This is the date on your I-20 or DS-2019.
If you are unable to arrive by January 19:
Make sure you read our guidance related to spring 2021.
In fall 2020, all students were required to go through a centralized check-in process that included an on-arrival COVID-19 test. IU is preparing for spring 2021, and we will provide more information when it is available.
If you arrive in Indianapolis after 9 p.m., we suggest you stay in a hotel in Indianapolis and travel to Bloomington the next morning.
Watch this video to learn how to find your way around the Indianapolis International Airport.
There are a few shuttle services that go to Bloomington from the airport. They depart from Ground Transportation Zone 1 at the airport. You should make a reservation for the shuttle service you plan to use before you travel.
Learn more about airport shuttle serviceClassic Touch Limo offers door-to-door service from the airport to your destination in Bloomington. It is more expensive than taking an airport shuttle.
Learn more about limousine serviceTaxi service is available at the curb just outside the baggage claim area. It may cost approximately $100 to get to Bloomington by taxi.
Be sure to ask your driver about the cost before choosing to take a taxi. Also, it is a custom in the United States to tip your taxi driver.
