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$100 Find Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Charlotte to Indianapolis, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$210
Typical prices: $476-$179
Frontier
Tue 8/4Wed 8/5
CLT - IND • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$445
Typical prices: $483-$214
American Airlines
Sat 9/19Wed 9/23
CLT - IND • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $210 (round-trip)
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Cheapest • Avg $170 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis (CLT-IND)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charlotte to Indianapolis

Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 5
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8:02 pm - 9:48 am
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13h 46m
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7:10 pm - 7:51 am
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12h 41m
1 stop
$210Frontier
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
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10:04 pm - 7:58 pm
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21h 54m
1 stop
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7:41 pm - 12:17 pm
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16h 36m
1 stop
$220Frontier
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22
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12:24 pm - 6:15 pm
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IND
5h 51m
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7:10 pm - 11:29 am
IND
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16h 19m
1 stop
$230Frontier
Tue, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 13
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12:24 pm - 9:48 am
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IND
21h 24m
1 stop
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7:38 pm - 12:53 pm
IND
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17h 15m
1 stop
$234Frontier
Sun, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 15
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8:11 pm - 10:14 am
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14h 03m
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8:16 pm - 6:46 pm
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22h 30m
1 stop
$240Frontier
Wed, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 10
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12:24 pm - 6:15 pm
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5h 51m
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6:32 pm - 4:38 pm
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22h 06m
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$242Frontier
Wed, Jul 29 - Sat, Aug 1
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8:02 pm - 7:02 pm
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23h 00m
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7:47 pm - 10:04 pm
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26h 17m
1 stop
$244Frontier
Tue, Jul 28 - Thu, Jul 30
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12:24 pm - 6:15 pm
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5h 51m
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11:00 am - 4:58 pm
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5h 58m
1 stop
$249Frontier
Wed, Jul 15 - Sun, Jul 19
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8:02 pm - 10:03 am
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14h 01m
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11:00 am - 11:29 am
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24h 29m
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$250Frontier
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 20
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8:36 am - 5:37 pm
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9h 01m
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11:25 am - 4:43 pm
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5h 18m
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$258Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Charlotte to Indianapolis flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Charlotte to Indianapolis departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Indianapolis on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to Charlotte, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis is August, where tickets cost $277 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $535 and $533 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $491 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Charlotte to Indianapolis, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 52% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Charlotte to Indianapolis

 
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CLT

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.

Jennifer Simonson

Jennifer Simonson

Expert on IND

Jennifer Simonson is driven by her lifelong commitment to exploring the globe. Her insatiable curiosity had led her to immerse herself into diverse locations like Oklahoma City and Pismo. Her hotel recommendations are the result of the myriad hotels she's stayed at across her travels. Along her journey, she cherishes engaging conversations with locals, indulging in the finest ice cream, trying her hand at surfing, and embarking on nature-filled hikes.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$100
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 28% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charlotte to Indianapolis based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis

  • Which airline offers special meals to its passengers flying from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

    United Airlines offers special meals on flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis, accommodating various dietary needs like vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and more. Passengers can request these meals when booking their tickets or through the airline's website. Enjoy a tailored dining experience while flying with United Airlines.

  • What is the best eco-friendly airline I can book when flying to Indianapolis?

    American Airlines strives to enhance eco-friendliness on flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis by utilizing fuel-efficient aircraft, optimizing flight paths, and implementing recycling programs. The airline's commitment to sustainability aims to reduce carbon emissions and minimize environmental impact, contributing to a greener travel experience for passengers on this route.

  • How can I easily connect to the Indianapolis city center from the airport?

    One of the best and most convenient transport means from Indianapolis Airport to the city center is the IndyGo bus service. It offers affordable and direct routes, ensuring a hassle-free journey. Alternatively, taxis and rideshare services are readily available for a quicker and more personalized option.

  • What are some neighboring cities to Indianapolis I can consider visiting?

    After landing in Indianapolis through the Indianapolis Airport (IND), you can easily reach nearby cities like Plainfield, Avon, and Speedway. These cities are located within a short driving distance and offer various accommodations, dining, and entertainment options. Explore the vibrant culture and attractions of the Indianapolis metropolitan area and its neighboring communities.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Charlotte to Indianapolis was $96 for a one-way ticket and $210 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Charlotte and Indianapolis?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Charlotte to Indianapolis. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

    American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Charlotte to Indianapolis flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Charlotte to Indianapolis flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Charlotte and Indianapolis, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

    There are nonstop flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $429 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $216 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Indianapolis from Charlotte is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Indianapolis with an airline and back to Charlotte with another airline. Booking your flights between Charlotte and IND can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Indianapolis from Charlotte up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Charlotte to Indianapolis

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $500 or less one-way and $507 or less round-trip.
  • When flying from Charlotte to Indianapolis, you can consider using Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Indianapolis International Airport (IND) as your primary options. However, you can also use Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (JQF) and Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) as your departure and arrival airports, respectively. This route is less popular but it has cheap flights.
  • Flying with your kid from Charlotte to Indianapolis requires you to book a kid-friendly airline. Delta Air Lines offers a welcoming environment, friendly staff, and amenities like in-flight entertainment perfect for kids, making the trip enjoyable and stress-free. Enjoy a family-friendly travel experience that ensures comfort and entertainment for your children throughout the flight.
  • Spirit Airlines allows you to travel with your pet for it is a pet-friendly airline flying from Charlotte to Indianapolis. It allows small pets in the cabin with a weight limit of 40 lb. Larger pets can be transported as checked baggage with a weight limit of 100 lb. Restrictions and fees may apply, so it's best to check with the airline before booking.
  • While in Charlotte's downtown area and wanting to connect the airport, one of the best transport modes is the light rail. It offers convenience, affordability, and avoids traffic. Enjoy a smooth journey with quick access between the two points. However, you can still use a taxi if it happens you're running out of time to catch your flight.
  • For those travelers flying from Charlotte to Indianapolis with sizable luggage, book an airline that offers a good carry-on policy to its passengers. Frontier Airlines allows you to come on board with one carry-on bag and one personal item and it offers a carry-on policy with a weight limit of 35 lb.

Prefer to fly direct from Charlotte to Indianapolis?

 
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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Charlotte to Indianapolis

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Charlotte to Indianapolis. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Charlotte to Indianapolis? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4235 reviews
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
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Flight was delayed over 3 hours. Planes were dirty. Staff indifferent. And they serve vegan pretzels as snacks.

2.0 MediocreMatthew, Jun 2026
CVG - MDW
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Flight was delayed over 3 hours. Planes were dirty. Staff indifferent. And they serve vegan pretzels as snacks.

It was great. The gate staff were very helpful in Portland when my son forgot his rolling bag and had to go back to get it just in time to make it on the plane. We really appreciate that. Great job!

Airline is not very senior friendly. Flights are late, forcing us to run to the connecting flight. Food is awful. Wish they would go back to pretzels and peanuts. During flight, pressurization isn’t quite right and all of our ears get plugged. Everything is nickel and dime, charging for boarding, seat selection and legroom. While a screen at the desk in the gate area says check your roll on bag now for free due to space limitation, the employee at the desk will not check the bag without a $100 fee. Insane.

Kayak could’ve posted the correct gate number. Almost missed my flight.

Slow boarding, limited food and drink portions. Bad delays and turbulence

there were two flight attendants that were up front...that were the best! They get KUDOs for making my trip only fantastic. Tell them Jeff said that!

OKay. I sat in the back of the plane and it was really loud between babies and little kids, and adults who.like to talk a lot and loudly most of the flight.

Flight coming out of Buffalo was delayed, so we had to be rescheduled on another flight from Baltimore to Phoenix which means we had a long layover and got home 3.5 hours late. Shuttle to parking stopped at 10pm, so we had to pay for an Uber to the parking lot and got charged an extra day of parking since it was after midnight. Not the best experience. Long day!

Was fine, delayed and feels like southwest is always late

I don't know why flying out of Sarasota requires two plane changes.

Original flight was delayed, then cancelled and the gate staff did not expedite rebooking. Also, no instructions were given that a ticket number was needed before being called to facilitate rebooking. This could have been much more organized.

Be on time? When not on time a circling for over an hour offer more than 1 bag of chips to the passengers? It was a 7 hour flight by the time we got done.

Five hour delays every hour, I wish it were all at once

Flight delayed four separate times. I’m now one hour hours late to landing.

worst flight ever from Delta, it got delayed and kept on delaying..

Should never have had to go to Detroit from Orlando back to Tennessee!

Got rerouted from a straight flight from Orlando to Atlanta to Knoxville to a flight from Orlando to Detroit to Knoxville! Seriously!! Flight delay out of Detroit! Long day for what should have been a pretty easy travel day!

Two delays on two separate planes with parts they could not easily find and replace.

Checkin was good, fllight ws good. Onlly complaint is lack of foot on 6 hour flight from Seattle to Boston. Snacks were flimsy - chips and cookies. could have offered something more substantial for such a long flight. I know you can buy food in airport but for the price you pay for a ticket, they should step up for the passengers.

Only beverages were offered to first class and I thought the flight attendant could have also served the Delta Comfort as well instead of sitting down and staring at her phone and walking past all of us to the back of the plane to charge her phone more. There was a complete lack of turbulence and was safe enough for flights attendant to walk around in the front of the plane, collect trash and serve a few people water and turn off the seat belt light. Also didn’t enforce people putting their seats into the upright position and allowed two passengers to remain reclined during landing. They seemed out to lunch completely. Usually my experience on Delta is much better.

Two hours delay, probably one hour because they didn’t bring catering and they had to bring water in board. There a change of aircraft. But delays galore at CLT so it must be a CLT and/or AA operation issue. The 1 hr additional delays because nobody could bring 2 packs of water sooner is probably the best example of this airline operates

It wa sort of on time; the cab was left with some trash

Our flight was repeatedly delayed for maintenance problems: scheduled for 9.30am, eventually delayed to 7pm! Very very inconvenient! AA should have provided a substitute plane much earlier.. On the other hand, Customer Service crew in Charlotte helped us to reach NY (LGA) by late afternoon. Thank you Patricia!! The actual flight was quick and very comfortable. As always a. excellent, professional crew. [no food on a a short hop).

The flight was peaceful, just s slight turbulence, pilots and crews were all nice and made a great job! Arrived safely in the Philippines. Thank you ya’ll!

Flight left on time. Captain provided relevant announcements. We had to wait 45 minutes to desembark due to the ramp closed because of lightening.

STOP MAKING THE SEATING SO CRAMPED. WE NEED A PASSENGER BILL OF RIGHTS!

The flight was delayed about an hour for a maintenance specialist to approve the maintenance repair

Airlines should be prohibited from using the seats they get away with.

Got home at 3am after deboarding the plane. No compensation offered by American

The "on the ground" A/C was not working. It was so hot while waiting to get in the air, a passenger from the rear of the plan declared "I just can't!" and waited in the gangway until time to close the doors. It was miserable. But the crew were champs and had an amazing attitude. I know they were as miserable as we were but didn't let that affect their performance.

There weren't enough employees at check in took awhile to get bags checked. There wasn't a wheel chair for me, I was sent to someone who turns out to work for a different airline, if My flight hadn't been delayed I probably would have missed my flight as it was, by the time I arrived at my gate, they started boarding in about 15 minutes. I don't know who took me to my gate, definitely was not the normal people who take passengers to the gate. I'm guessing she may have been in a management position. I wish I knew her name, she went beyond to help me. With that said everyone was kind, and were doing the best they could. So, I choose to say it was an Adventure, stressful start, but good. In the end went well. The situation was not only difficult for passengers but the employee's.

The staff at the check in counter was so rude. Made you feel Incompetent

Frontier scheduled a 40 minute connection in DEN. What they failed to mention was that they “close the doors” 20 mins prior to departure, which means you only have 20 mins. Not enough time. Possibly against DOT regulations. Filing complaint.

Flight was scheduled at 9:40pm. Got delayed to 10 am, the next day. crazy

The bag check, flight check-in, and onboard experience convinced my wife and me that we will actively go out of our way to avoid flying Frontier Airlines in the future. At bag check, we were informed that check-in could only be completed via the Frontier mobile app. Unfortunately, the app was extremely frustrating—sending us through repetitive, confusing loops that repeatedly forced us to decline add-on services with nearly every click. While most airline apps upsell, this one felt intentionally exhausting. As the process dragged on, we became genuinely concerned that my phone battery would die before check-in could be completed. We approached the bag check staff—who were standing together talking—and explained both our frustration and our predicament. They laughed. Later, my wife described the interaction as “gaslighting,” which felt accurate. We were then informed it would cost $25 per person simply to have our boarding passes printed. From that point forward, the tone of the experience was consistently hostile. The bag check employees were condescending and combative, behaving more like bullies than customer service staff. Unfortunately, that same attitude continued onboard. One flight attendant argued with me when I attempted to stow my backpack in the overhead bin. I explained that we had each paid $75 to check our bags specifically so we would not need to use carry-on space and could have adequate legroom. She demanded to see my ticket, pointed out that it said “no carry-on”—which I acknowledged—and I reiterated that this was precisely why we paid to check our bags. Her response was, “I don’t make the rules.” She then walked away, but not before asking if I “truly wanted to fly back to Chicago today?”—an unnecessary and unmistakable threat. It is also worth noting that despite booking our tickets together in the same transaction, we were not seated together. Upon our return to Chicago—where we could once again sit together—we compared onboard experiences. We both remarked on how unhappy the flight attendants appeared and how each of us was separately asked whether we would like to purchase a beverage. We declined. At no point was water mentioned as an option, leaving us with the clear impression that even water came at a cost—or that complimentary water, if available at all, was deliberately left unmentioned. Overall, the experience was shocking and deeply disappointing, but it was also a profound learning experience—one we will not forget and will not repeat. -Steve

Plane was hot and miserable and the crew was rude!

12 hour delay required getting on and off plane 3 times - would have at least liked to have been offered a snack or drink

They didn’t offer a water, even after I asked

They switched our terminal 3 times and we were delayed for four plus hours!!!

It was an early flight and most people napped/slept and the crew let us which was nice.

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