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$65+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — CHI
Jun 20 — Jun 271
Sat 6/20
Sat 6/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 21, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2212:20 pm
IND
-
ORD
1 stop8h 33m
Frontier
Tue 8/181:50 pm
ORD
-
IND
1 stop20h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/512:20 pm
IND
-
ORD
1 stop8h 33m
Frontier
Tue 8/111:50 pm
ORD
-
IND
1 stop20h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 5/17$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2912:20 pm
IND
-
MDW
1 stop10h 48m
Frontier
Tue 8/412:11 pm
MDW
-
IND
1 stop21h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 5/16$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Wed 6/1710:38 am
IND
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 22m
American Airlines
Wed 6/2410:30 pm
ORD
-
IND
Nonstop1h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 7/74:50 pm
IND
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 7/219:20 pm
MDW
-
IND
Nonstop1h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/20$177
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 7/710:35 am
IND
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 25m
American Airlines
Tue 7/216:45 am
ORD
-
IND
Nonstop1h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/20$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/1312:20 pm
IND
-
ORD
1 stop8h 33m
Frontier
Tue 7/141:50 pm
ORD
-
IND
1 stop20h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 5/16$196
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Tue 7/147:47 am
IND
-
ORD
1 stop6h 16m
Delta
Tue 7/147:17 pm
ORD
-
IND
1 stop3h 50m
Delta
Deal found 5/18$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 7/284:00 pm
IND
-
MDW
1 stop3h 25m
Delta
Wed 8/51:27 pm
MDW
-
IND
1 stop4h 29m
Delta
Deal found 5/16$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 8/2412:13 pm
IND
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 23m
American Airlines
Wed 9/308:00 am
ORD
-
IND
Nonstop1h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/20$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 8/47:40 am
IND
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 00m
Southwest
Sat 8/86:10 pm
MDW
-
IND
Nonstop1h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/17$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/167:00 am
IND
-
MDW
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 6/238:20 am
MDW
-
IND
2 stops6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/19$207

Find flight deals from Indianapolis to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago (CHI). 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 May 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$155
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$65
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$369

Good round-trip deal

$386 or less

Good one-way deal

$193 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Tue 7/7

6:40 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/21

9:20 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$177

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 7/14

7:47 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/14

7:17 pm-12:07 am

1 stop3h 50m

$197

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 7/7

7:47 am-10:37 am

1 stop3h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/21

7:05 am-1:37 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$197

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Mon 6/15

5:40 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/17

9:20 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$247

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Fri 6/12

5:40 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/17

9:20 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$247

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Sat 6/27

4:50 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/1

5:30 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$257

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Fri 10/16

6:55 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 00m

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/4

3:10 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$257

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Fri 10/16

3:50 pm-8:24 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/4

7:35 pm-12:04 am

1 stop3h 29m

$267

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Fri 6/12

5:30 pm-8:31 pm

1 stop4h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/8

5:18 pm-12:07 am

1 stop5h 49m

$267

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Sun 8/2

6:30 am-9:08 am

1 stop3h 38m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/4

6:42 pm-12:07 am

1 stop4h 25m

$267

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Indianapolis to Chicago in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Indianapolis-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Indianapolis with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago (average of $99). Flying from Indianapolis to Chicago in November is currently the most expensive (average of $221). 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 CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 21, 2026.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 37% on flights from Indianapolis to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Indianapolis to Chicago. 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 May 21, 2026.

The most flights from IND to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (88 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Chicago?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago?

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Indianapolis to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Indianapolis to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Chicago. Price data was last updated on May 16, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Chicago flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings 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.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated May 21, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Indianapolis to Chicago by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,748 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,641 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Indianapolis to Chicago?

    Located just 8.3 mi from the city center, Indianapolis is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Indianapolis. Booking flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 33 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Indianapolis to Chicago?

    Southwest and Delta can get you from Indianapolis to Chicago in just under 1h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 162 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Indianapolis to Chicago round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Indianapolis to Chicago is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $135 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Southwest, starting at $157 and $192 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Indianapolis to Chicago one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $88. Users have also found prices from $93 and $121 on United Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Indianapolis to Chicago?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Indianapolis to Chicago on time: GoJet (90%), Republic Airways (89%), Copa Airlines (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $122. While the most popular route (Indianapolis - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $177 on average, our data indicates $924 when flying from Indianapolis to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Indianapolis to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Indianapolis to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Indianapolis to Chicago?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Indianapolis to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Indianapolis to Chicago 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago (average of $99). Flying from Indianapolis to Chicago in November is currently the most expensive (average of $221). 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 3 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis to Chicago. 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 May 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$135Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$192Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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