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American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:26 am
IND
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ORD
1h 26mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:10 pm - 12:16 am
ORD
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IND
1h 06mnonstop
$95American Airlines
Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 11
American Airlines Logo
5:10 am - 5:24 am
IND
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ORD
1h 14mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 8:51 am
ORD
-
IND
1h 06mnonstop
$96American Airlines
Thu, Mar 26 - Sun, Mar 29
Frontier Logo
7:27 pm - 6:38 pm
IND
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MDW
24h 11m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 6:31 pm
MDW
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IND
11h 31m
1 stop
$133Frontier
Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:26 am
IND
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ORD
1h 26mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 8:51 am
ORD
-
IND
1h 06mnonstop
$134American Airlines
Tue, Mar 17 - Fri, Mar 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:29 pm
IND
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ORD
13h 29m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 11:15 pm
ORD
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IND
10h 10m
1 stop
$149Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:29 pm
IND
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ORD
13h 29m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:01 am - 11:16 am
ORD
-
IND
5h 15m
1 stop
$152Multiple Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Sun, Mar 8
Frontier Logo
3:50 pm - 12:52 am
IND
-
ORD
10h 02m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
5:01 am - 11:17 am
ORD
-
IND
5h 16m
1 stop
$160Frontier
Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 19
Southwest Logo
6:00 pm - 6:00 pm
IND
-
MDW
1h 00mnonstop
Southwest Logo
10:00 am - 12:05 pm
MDW
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IND
1h 05mnonstop
$164Southwest
Mon, May 18 - Wed, May 20
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 6:40 am
IND
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MDW
1h 00mnonstop
Southwest Logo
8:35 pm - 10:40 pm
MDW
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IND
1h 05mnonstop
$171Southwest
Mon, Mar 9 - Wed, Mar 11
Delta Logo
10:24 am - 12:43 pm
IND
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MDW
3h 19m
1 stop
Delta Logo
9:27 am - 1:28 pm
MDW
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IND
3h 01m
1 stop
$184Delta
Tue, Apr 28 - Sat, May 2

American Airlines flights from Indianapolis to Chicago

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American Airlines
Mar 9
IND7:00 amIndianapolis
1h 26m
ORD7:26 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 11
ORD10:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 06m
IND12:16 amIndianapolis
$95
American Airlines
Mar 26
IND5:10 amIndianapolis
1h 14m
ORD5:24 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 29
ORD6:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 06m
IND8:51 amIndianapolis
$96
American Airlines
Mar 17
IND7:00 amIndianapolis
1h 26m
ORD7:26 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 20
ORD6:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 06m
IND8:51 amIndianapolis
$134

Spirit Airlines flights from Indianapolis to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Indianapolis to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Mar 11
IND6:00 amIndianapolis
14h 11m
2 stops
ORD7:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 18
ORD7:17 amChicago O'Hare Intl
14h 58m
2 stops
IND11:15 pmIndianapolis
$219
Spirit Airlines
Mar 9
IND3:12 pmIndianapolis
28h 59m
3 stops
ORD7:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 11
ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 10m
2 stops
IND11:25 pmIndianapolis
$223
Spirit Airlines
Mar 4
IND6:00 amIndianapolis
14h 11m
2 stops
ORD7:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Mar 11
ORD5:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 10m
2 stops
IND11:25 pmIndianapolis
$225

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Price

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Mon 3/9

7:00 am-7:26 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

10:10 pm-12:16 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$95

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Thu 3/26

5:10 am-5:24 am

Nonstop1h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/29

6:45 am-8:51 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$96

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Thu 2/26

7:27 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop24h 11m

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-6:31 pm

1 stop11h 31m

$133

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 3/17

7:00 am-7:26 am

Nonstop1h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/20

6:45 am-8:51 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$134

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-6:29 pm

1 stop13h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/18

12:05 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$149

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-6:29 pm

1 stop13h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/8

5:01 am-11:16 am

1 stop5h 15m

$152

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Fri 4/17

3:50 pm-12:52 am

1 stop10h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/19

5:01 am-11:17 am

1 stop5h 16m

$160

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Mon 5/18

6:00 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/20

10:00 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$164

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Mon 3/9

6:40 am-6:40 am

Nonstop1h 00m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/11

8:35 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$171

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Tue 4/28

10:24 am-12:43 pm

1 stop3h 19m

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/2

9:27 am-1:28 pm

1 stop3h 01m

$184

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Indianapolis, with most prices found around $202. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then December is your next best option. Flight prices from Indianapolis to Chicago during December average around $254.

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 $572. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Indianapolis to Chicago for around $737.

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 $506. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $944.

What is the cheapest Indianapolis to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Indianapolis when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $289 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Indianapolis for as low as $135 on momondo.

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?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Indianapolis to Chicago flight.

How have Indianapolis to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for Indianapolis to Chicago flights are approximately 133% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$198

Fastest flight time

0h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Indianapolis in the past 72 hours is $198. The best round-trip flight deal from Indianapolis to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $362.
The fastest flight from Indianapolis to Chicago takes 0h 55m
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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  • Is flying the fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Chicago?

    Based on just travel duration our users have found a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago to be the fastest option to their destination at just 1h 26m. If travel time is less of a concern you may want to look into booking some alternative forms of transportation like a train from Indianapolis to Chicago or a bus from Indianapolis to Chicago.

  • Is flying the cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Chicago?

    Expect a train to be one of the cheapest options available to you for travel. Currently, a train has deals available from $81. While they may not be the most cost-effective options currently available a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago or a bus from Indianapolis to Chicago can also be options worth looking into if other factors outside of cost are a higher priority.

  • 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 0h 55m.

  • 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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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
American AirlinesPriceFrom $137Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,295 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $164Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,293 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $192Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,285 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 12 flights on this route every week with an average price of $337. Southwest is rated 8.0/10 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 $164 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $292. United Airlines operates 58 flights to Chicago from Indianapolis in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 9,296 reviews.

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