O'Hare Intl

$79+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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IND — ORD
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$122
(Priceline)

One-way from

$79
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$372 or less

Good one-way deal

$179 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 ($30 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 July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl.
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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 July 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/13:30 pmIND - ORD
1 stop9h 52mFrontier
Fri 8/85:01 amORD - IND
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$122
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 11/45:47 pmIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/198:00 amORD - IND
Nonstop1h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 8/266:20 amIND - ORD
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Wed 8/271:30 pmORD - IND
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$157
This Tripair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Tripair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/74:43 pmIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/113:40 pmORD - IND
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$186
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Tue 7/296:00 amIND - ORD
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/54:36 pmORD - IND
1 stop15h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$215
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Tue 7/297:01 amIND - ORD
1 stop17h 10mSpirit Airlines
Thu 7/3110:00 amORD - IND
1 stop11h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$218

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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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Indianapolis

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O'Hare Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Fri 8/1

3:30 pm-12:22 am

1 stop9h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/8

5:01 am-2:44 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$122

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 11/4

5:47 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/19

8:00 am-10:09 am

Nonstop1h 09m

$137

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 8/26

6:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/27

1:30 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$157

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Thu 8/7

4:43 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

3:40 pm-5:53 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$186

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 7/29

6:00 am-12:10 am

1 stop19h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/5

4:36 pm-9:20 am

1 stop15h 44m

$215

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 7/29

7:01 am-11:11 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/31

10:00 am-10:48 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$218

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Mon 10/27

5:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop6h 15m

$79

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Sun 11/2

6:38 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$82

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Sat 8/9

8:00 am-5:17 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$91

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Wed 8/6

6:30 am-11:13 pm

1 stop17h 43m

$106

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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 27, 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 July 3, 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 29, 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. Sunday 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from IND to ORD are scheduled on a Wednesday (62 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

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 41 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 $122. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $137, and Southwest, from $157. Frontier is 56% 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?

    $79 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $82 and $106, 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: Japan Airlines (97%), GoJet (97%), Qatar Airways( 95%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $130. While the most popular route (Indianapolis - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $137 on average our data indicates $1,628 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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