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Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Chicago from $79

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago departing on 7/22. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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United Airlines Logo
12:34 pm - 12:56 pm
IND
-
ORD
1h 22mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:55 pm - 8:14 pm
ORD
-
IND
1h 19mnonstop
$157United Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 12
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 6:50 am
IND
-
MDW
1h 10mnonstop
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 12:10 pm
MDW
-
IND
1h 00mnonstop
$157Southwest
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 28
American Airlines Logo
10:45 am - 11:10 am
IND
-
ORD
1h 25mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 9:01 am
ORD
-
IND
1h 16mnonstop
$158American Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Sep 30
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 6:50 am
IND
-
MDW
1h 10mnonstop
Southwest Logo
9:10 am - 3:30 pm
MDW
-
IND
5h 20m
1 stop
$167Southwest
Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 28
Delta Logo
7:55 am - 1:08 pm
IND
-
ORD
6h 13m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:20 pm - 12:04 am
ORD
-
IND
5h 44m
1 stop
$177Delta
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 12
Delta Logo
2:18 pm - 6:25 pm
IND
-
MDW
5h 07m
1 stop
Delta Logo
9:19 am - 3:17 pm
MDW
-
IND
4h 58m
1 stop
$177Delta
Tue, Jul 14 - Tue, Jul 21
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:20 am
IND
-
ORD
1h 20mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 10:05 pm
ORD
-
IND
1h 20mnonstop
$192United Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 10
American Airlines Logo
4:17 pm - 4:44 pm
IND
-
ORD
1h 27mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:30 pm - 7:38 pm
ORD
-
IND
1h 08mnonstop
$193American Airlines
Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 10
Frontier Logo
12:39 pm - 12:02 pm
IND
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ORD
24h 23m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:33 pm - 11:44 am
ORD
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IND
13h 11m
1 stop
$200Frontier
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Oct 13
Frontier Logo
12:20 pm - 7:53 pm
IND
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ORD
8h 33m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:28 am - 9:15 pm
ORD
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IND
10h 47m
1 stop
$230Frontier
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22

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Frontier flights from Indianapolis to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Indianapolis to Chicago flight tickets
Frontier
Sep 16
IND12:39 pmIndianapolis
8h 05m
1 stop
ORD7:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 13
ORD9:33 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 11m
1 stop
IND11:44 amIndianapolis
$196
Frontier
Sep 21
IND12:39 pmIndianapolis
24h 23m
1 stop
ORD12:02 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 13
ORD9:33 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
13h 11m
1 stop
IND11:44 amIndianapolis
$200
Frontier
Oct 6
IND12:39 pmIndianapolis
8h 05m
1 stop
ORD7:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Oct 7
ORD11:06 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 15m
1 stop
IND7:21 pmIndianapolis
$210

United Airlines flights from Indianapolis to Chicago

Our best United Airlines deals on Indianapolis to Chicago flight tickets
United Airlines
Aug 12
IND12:34 pmIndianapolis
1h 22m
ORD12:56 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 12
ORD5:55 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 19m
IND8:14 pmIndianapolis
$157
United Airlines
Aug 8
IND8:00 amIndianapolis
1h 22m
ORD8:22 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 10
ORD12:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 16m
IND3:03 pmIndianapolis
$192
United Airlines
Aug 18
IND8:00 amIndianapolis
1h 21m
ORD8:21 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Aug 19
ORD7:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22m
IND10:00 pmIndianapolis
$223

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Wed 8/12

12:34 pm-12:56 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/12

5:55 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$157
Quickest round-trip

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Tue 7/21

6:40 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/28

10:10 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

$157

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 8/18

10:45 am-11:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/30

6:45 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 16m

$158

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Tue 7/21

6:40 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/28

9:10 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$167

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Wed 8/12

7:55 am-1:08 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/12

5:20 pm-12:04 am

1 stop5h 44m

$177

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Tue 7/14

2:18 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop5h 07m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/21

9:19 am-3:17 pm

1 stop4h 58m

$177

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Sat 8/8

6:00 am-6:20 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/10

7:45 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$192

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Sat 8/8

4:17 pm-4:44 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/10

5:30 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$193

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Mon 9/21

12:39 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop24h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/13

9:33 pm-11:44 am

1 stop13h 11m

$200

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Wed 7/15

12:20 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop8h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/22

9:28 am-9:15 pm

1 stop10h 47m

$230

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Indianapolis and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Indianapolis, with most prices found around $99. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in January, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Indianapolis to Chicago during February average around $127.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $532. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Indianapolis to Chicago for around $712.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the morning. Flights from Indianapolis to Chicago during this time can be as low as $497. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $900.

What is the cheapest Indianapolis to Chicago flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Indianapolis to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Indianapolis to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Indianapolis to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Indianapolis to Chicago.

How have Indianapolis to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for Indianapolis to Chicago flights are approximately 34% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Indianapolis to Chicago (IND to CHI) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$172

Fastest flight time

1h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Indianapolis in the past 72 hours is $172. The best round-trip flight deal from Indianapolis to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $378.
The fastest flight from Indianapolis to Chicago takes 1h 00m
Direct flights go from Indianapolis to Chicago every day.
There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Indianapolis there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Indianapolis to Chicago

  • How far is Indianapolis to Chicago by plane?

    A flight from Indianapolis to Chicago will travel around 164.5 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 00m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Chicago are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Indianapolis Airport to Chicago?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Indianapolis Airport to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Indianapolis to Chicago?

  • What is the most popular airline from Indianapolis to Chicago?

Best airlines flying from Indianapolis to Chicago

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $157Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,887 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $159Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,756 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $192Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,243 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Indianapolis to Chicago

    The lowest priced Southwest flight from Indianapolis to Chicago from the last 72 hours was $192. Generally, Southwest has 11 flights on this route every week with an average price of $337. Southwest is rated 7.9/10 by our users.

  • United Airlines Flights From Indianapolis to Chicago

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Indianapolis to Chicago start from as low as $157 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $296. United Airlines operates 49 flights to Chicago from Indianapolis in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 9,888 reviews.

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