O'Hare Intl

$65+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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IND — ORD
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl are usually found in May or August, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) to O'Hare Intl (ORD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$109
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$65
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$283

Good round-trip deal

$360 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
From Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl
One-way flight from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/183:55 pmIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/1810:07 pmORD - IND
Nonstop1h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$109
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/276:20 amIND - ORD
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Wed 9/33:10 pmORD - IND
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$129
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2712:14 pmIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/12:20 pmORD - IND
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$169
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/305:45 pmIND - ORD
1 stop16h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/510:43 amORD - IND
1 stop5h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$181
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/811:24 amIND - ORD
1 stop20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/154:36 pmORD - IND
1 stop23h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$185
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/126:45 pmIND - ORD
1 stop15h 08mFrontier
Mon 6/1611:32 amORD - IND
1 stop7h 43mFrontier
Deal found 6/9$231
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1810:21 amIND - ORD
1 stop3h 34mDelta
Sat 6/217:05 amORD - IND
1 stop5h 23mDelta
Deal found 6/10$239

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Price

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Mon 8/18

3:55 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

10:07 pm-12:20 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$109

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Wed 8/27

6:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

3:10 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$129

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Wed 8/27

12:14 pm-12:38 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/1

2:20 pm-4:32 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$169

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Mon 6/30

5:45 pm-9:38 am

1 stop16h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/5

10:43 am-4:50 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$181

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 7/8

11:24 am-7:04 am

1 stop20h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/15

4:36 pm-4:52 pm

1 stop23h 16m

$185

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Wed 6/18

10:21 am-12:55 pm

1 stop3h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/21

7:05 am-1:28 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$239

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Thu 8/7

6:11 am-12:10 am

1 stop18h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

5:01 am-2:44 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$255

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Mon 7/7

5:45 pm-9:38 am

1 stop16h 53m

$85

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Sat 8/9

3:55 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$91

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Sat 7/19

7:26 pm-4:41 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$97

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The best insider tips for Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport trip
Airports
IND

IND security lines are efficient, with an average wait time under 3 minutes. Check wait times online before heading to the airport.

Read more about INDby Barbara Noe Kennedy
ORD

For a quick city transfer, take the “L” train from ORD to downtown Chicago, avoiding traffic delays common with taxis or rideshares.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
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Award-winning travel journalist Barbara Noe Kennedy writes about destinations around the world—but her heart is in her home state of Virginia, where she’s always researching her next travel story.

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Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IND to ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 51% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from IND to ORD are scheduled on a Wednesday (73 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Indianapolis to Chicago have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Indianapolis (IND), located 8.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl. 2 airlines have flights from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 57 outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip from $109. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $129, and United Airlines, from $169. American Airlines is 61% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport one-way?

    $65 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $85 and $91, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport from Indianapolis, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Copa Airlines (96%), Japan Airlines (95%), GoJet( 94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $114. While the most popular route (Indianapolis - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $109 on average our data indicates $1,724 when flying from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $245). Flying from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to O'Hare Intl. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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