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$50+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Indianapolis (IND)

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CHI — IND
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Indianapolis (IND). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$99
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$50
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$197 or less

Good one-way deal

$113 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Indianapolis
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Indianapolis. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/11:07 pmORD - IND
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/182:25 pmIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$99
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/17:40 pmORD - IND
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/29:00 amIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$115
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/92:10 pmORD - IND
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/167:15 amIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$131
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/269:48 amMDW - IND
1 stop6h 33mFrontier
Mon 9/2912:06 pmIND - MDW
1 stop4h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$151
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/87:15 amORD - IND
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Wed 10/155:24 pmIND - ORD
1 stop7h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$154
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/169:03 amORD - IND
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/164:36 pmIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Fri 11/145:11 amORD - IND
1 stop5h 11mFrontier
Sun 11/169:49 amIND - ORD
1 stop14h 39mFrontier
Deal found 9/8$157
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/245:25 amORD - IND
1 stop7h 26mFrontier
Sun 10/2610:06 pmIND - ORD
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$158
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2511:10 amORD - IND
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/19:28 amIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$159
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/1311:20 amORD - IND
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/135:49 pmIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$163
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Thu 10/169:45 amMDW - IND
Nonstop1h 00mSouthwest
Thu 10/166:00 pmIND - MDW
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$170
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/511:10 amORD - IND
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/87:15 amIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$171

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Indianapolis 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Indianapolis that are best for you.

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ChicagoIndianapolis

ORD - IND

ORDIND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/4

9:10 pm-11:18 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Indianapolis

Wed 11/5

7:15 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$99

ChicagoIndianapolis

ORD - IND

ORDIND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

3:40 pm-5:54 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Indianapolis

Wed 10/15

7:15 am-7:32 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$99

ChicagoIndianapolis

ORD - IND

ORDIND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

8:02 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Indianapolis

Mon 12/8

5:49 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$115

ChicagoIndianapolis

ORD - IND

ORDIND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/9

2:12 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Indianapolis

Wed 11/12

12:38 pm-12:58 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$115

ChicagoIndianapolis

ORD - IND

ORDIND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/11

11:10 am-1:22 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

Indianapolis

Sun 10/12

4:36 pm-4:53 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$115

ChicagoIndianapolis

ORD - IND

ORDIND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/10

7:51 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Indianapolis

Wed 11/12

11:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$115

ChicagoIndianapolis

ORD - IND

ORDIND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/13

1:07 pm-3:21 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Indianapolis

Wed 10/15

9:00 am-9:24 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$115

ChicagoIndianapolis

ORD - IND

ORDIND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/10

4:38 pm-6:43 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Indianapolis

Sun 10/12

7:25 pm-7:44 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$131

ChicagoIndianapolis

ORD - IND

ORDIND

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

9:10 pm-11:18 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Indianapolis

Sun 11/16

11:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$131

ChicagoIndianapolis

MDW - IND

MDWIND

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/26

9:48 am-5:21 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Indianapolis

Mon 9/29

12:06 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$151

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The best insider tips for Chicago to Indianapolis flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Indianapolis trip
Airports
ORD

For a quick snack before your flight, grab some Garrett Popcorn near gate B8, a Chicago favorite.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
IND

Use IndyGo Route 8 for a budget-friendly ride from IND to downtown Indianapolis, though it may take up to 50 minutes.

Read more about INDby Barbara Noe Kennedy
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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Barbara Noe Kennedy

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Expert on IND

Barbara Noe Kennedy

Barbara Noe Kennedy

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 Chicago to Indianapolis

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Indianapolis (average of $286). Flying from Chicago to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 CHI to IND?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Indianapolis. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chicago to Indianapolis at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Indianapolis. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Indianapolis flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Indianapolis

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Indianapolis. 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to IND are scheduled on a Thursday (65 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (51 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Indianapolis

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Indianapolis. 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 Indianapolis. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines from Chicago to Indianapolis by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Indianapolis. 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 into for flights to Indianapolis from Chicago?

    For a flight from Chicago to Indianapolis, you will be flying into Indianapolis. Indianapolis (IND) is just 8.3 mi from the center of the city. Indianapolis is the only Indianapolis airport and it handles 56 inbound flights from Chicago per day. 2 airlines have flights to Indianapolis from Chicago on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Indianapolis?

    United Airlines, Frontier, and Southwest can get you from Chicago to Indianapolis in just under 1h. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 33m. Chicago and Indianapolis are separated by a distance of 162 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    American Airlines, at $179, was found to be the cheapest airline from Chicago to Indianapolis. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Indianapolis for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Before booking your flight to Indianapolis from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Envoy Air (88%), Air Canada (75%), Finnair( 73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Indianapolis?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $108. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Indianapolis) can be booked for $99 on average, our data indicates $231 when flying from Chicago to Indianapolis.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Indianapolis 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 Chicago to Indianapolis?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Indianapolis (average of $286). Flying from Chicago to Indianapolis in March is currently the most expensive (average of $360). 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 Chicago to Indianapolis

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Indianapolis. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$208Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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