Transportation
Airline Travel
The major airport serving the area is the Indianapolis International Airport (IND). Indianapolis is in the Eastern Time Zone, and (as of 2006) observes Daylight Savings Time.
A & I Travel is the designated travel agency for the Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society (DFMS). On our behalf they have negotiated discounted rates on air travel with United & Continental Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Airlines for General Convention. These discounts range from 5% to 15% and vary based upon booking class and fare paid. To take advantage of these discounts you can either use A & I Travel or call the airlines directly. Both will charge a nominal booking fee.
A & I will provide information on the lowest fares and possible routings and will be available to support any changes or emergencies that may come up, once the ticket has been purchased. Please call them at 1 (866) 683‑8248 or 1 (901) 271‑2300. Make sure to let them know you are booking for the General Convention in Indianapolis to ensure you receive the appropriate air discounts.
If you chose to call the airlines directly, you will need to provide them with a reference number to receive the appropriate discounts. They are as follows:
| Airline | Contact | Reference details | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Airlines | 1 (800) 328‑1111 | File Number | NM8T5 |
| American Airlines | 1 (800) 433‑1790 | Authorization Number | A4979AJ |
| http://aa.com/group | Promotion Code | A7472Bq | |
| United Airlines | 1 (800) 468‑7022 |
Z Code
Agreement Code
|
ZM6T
292756
|
Car Rentals
A & I has also negotiated a group discount with Hertz for your car rental needs. A & I will be happy to book your vehicle for you in connection with your air travel at no additional fee. If you prefer, you may book directly with Hertz, by calling 1 (800) 654‑2240, or going to Hertz.com, and using special discount number CV04TF0001.
Parking rates at hotels in downtown Indianapolis varies from $23 to $28 per day for self-parking. Please check each individual hotel’s website for more specific information.
Ground Transportation
IndyGo, Indianapolis’ public transportation network, offers the Green Line (Route 205) as an express transportation option between the airport and the major hotels downtown. The cost is $7 each way. No reservations are required, though you may wish to purchase tickets in advance online. All major credit cards are accepted on the bus, though exact change is required if you prefer to pay in cash. For more details, please visit http://www.indygo.net/pages/downtownairport-express.
Carey Indiana also provides both shared shuttle service and private cars between the airport and downtown hotels. The rate is $16 one-way for shared-service—reservations are required. For more information and to book, please visit http://www.careyindiana.com/airport_transfers.asp.
A one-way taxicab fare will cost approximately $40.00.