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Cheapest round-trip
$157
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MDW - IND • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$157
Typical prices: $277-$346
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Sat 9/5Sat 9/19
ORD - IND • Non-stop
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American Basic Economy can save money; compare with Main Cabin on this short route.
United Priority Boarding helps secure carry-on space; American Main Cabin Extra boards early.
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Indianapolis (CHI-IND)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Indianapolis

Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 19
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10:10 am - 12:10 pm
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1h 00mnonstop
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6:50 am - 6:50 am
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MDW
1h 00mnonstop
$157Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
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8:35 pm - 10:35 pm
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1h 00mnonstop
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6:45 am - 6:45 am
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1h 00mnonstop
$157Southwest
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 19
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9:25 pm - 11:35 pm
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1h 10mnonstop
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4:25 pm - 4:50 pm
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$157United Airlines
Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Aug 25
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1:00 pm - 3:21 pm
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1h 21mnonstop
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7:00 am - 7:21 am
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1h 21mnonstop
$157United Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
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6:45 am - 9:00 am
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5:04 am - 5:30 am
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$157American Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
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12:39 pm - 1:08 pm
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$157American Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
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10:10 am - 12:10 pm
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2:15 pm - 2:20 pm
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1h 05mnonstop
$157Southwest
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:40 am - 10:57 am
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3:03 pm - 3:32 pm
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$157United Airlines
Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Aug 25
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6:42 pm - 12:04 am
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7:55 am - 12:39 pm
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$177Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Indianapolis flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Indianapolis departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Indianapolis from Chicago usually cost between $246 and $322 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $157 on Southwest (Sep 5-Sep 19).

What is the cheapest Chicago to Indianapolis flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Chicago to Indianapolis costs $223 on the route between Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) and Indianapolis (IND). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 14% cheaper than other Chicago-Indianapolis routes. The most popular route is between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) and Indianapolis (IND).

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chicago 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 Saturday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Chicago, you should consider flying back on a Thursday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Indianapolis is November, where tickets cost $270 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $530 and $501 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chicago 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 $456 on average.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chicago to Indianapolis

 
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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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December

Cheapest flight

$79
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 30% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Chicago to Indianapolis

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FAQs for booking flights from Chicago to Indianapolis

  • Where can I eat at IND airport?

    IND airport hosts restaurants, fast food options, and food stores for its travelers. Some of them include Subway food court in Concourse B near Gates 2-6 and McDonald's in Concourse A. The airport also has various restaurants with cuisines like Japanese, Italian, and Mexican some of which are Japonais, Tertulia Italian, and La Mexicana Mexican Restaurant found in Concourse A, B, C, and D respectively.

  • Which ground transportation services are available at IND airport?

    Travelers arriving at IND airport can access car rentals through various companies at the airport. The car rental companies include Enterprise, Hertz, National, and Alamo Car Rental. The rental car counters are located on Concourse A, B, and C respectively. There are taxis available from the airport's taxi stand and waiting area.

  • Which parking services are available at ORD airport?

    ORD airport offers long and short-term parking options to travelers. You can access short-term parking services at the main parking lots A, B, and C located immediately adjacent to the terminal served by a direct escalator. For long-term parking, you can choose from the standard economy lots D, E, F, G, and H located on the outbound side of the terminal.

  • Which airport in Chicago provides pet-friendly facilities?

    Greater Rockford Airport (RFD) has pet relief areas providing care for traveling pets. They are outdoor covered areas outside the terminals, baggage claim areas, and the Airside bus stop that allow pets to rest safely, play and receive care as it offers amenities that make things easier with your pet's needs such as comfortable benches, resting areas, water stations, and dog-walking areas.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago to Indianapolis?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago to Indianapolis was $79 for a one-way ticket and $157 for a round-trip.

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

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

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chicago to Indianapolis?

    There are 2 airports in Chicago (Chicago Midway and Chicago O'Hare Intl.) and only 1 airport in Indianapolis (Indianapolis). The cheapest flights are generally found on the Chicago O'Hare Airport to Indianapolis flight route.

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

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

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

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chicago to Indianapolis flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Indianapolis?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chicago to Indianapolis, Southwest or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chicago to Indianapolis are Southwest and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $269 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $426 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Indianapolis.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Indianapolis from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago with another airline.

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $172 or less one-way and $421 or less round-trip.
  • O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is one of the airports serving Chicago. ORD is ideal for corporate travelers since it has essential business facilities. There is a business center on the terminal's north concourse with conference rooms furnished and designed for business meetings, seminars, and presentations. Hilton O'Hare Airport hotel found opposite Terminals 1, 2, and 3 has a business center where you can hold briefings.
  • Midway Airport (MDW) also serves Chicago, which provides religious facilities to its travelers. The airport has a chapel on the Mezzanine Level of its underground walkway, which is open 24h a day and accessible to anyone in need of its services. The airport is also home to the Airline Ambassadors Ministry (AAM) volunteer program, with an interfaith religious service.
  • Disabled travelers can consider Indianapolis Airport (IND) as their landing airport since the airport offers exceptional facilities for disabled passengers. There are adapted restrooms, accessible counters, ramps, automatic doors, elevators, mobile walkways, and Braille signage throughout the airport. The Indianapolis Airport (IND) offers a special program for disabled travelers called Access Indy Transit Accessibility Program (SSP) which provides bus transportation to certain downtown hotels, restaurants, and other attractions in Indianapolis.
  • IND airport provides baby facilities convenient to traveling mothers. Nursing mother's rooms are on the north side of Ticketing Hall, Concourse A, and Concourse B with rocking chairs, power outlets, and comfortable benches. Traveling lactating mothers can use these private and comfortable rooms to breastfeed their babies or pump breast milk.
  • There are lounges at IND airport where travelers can relax and enjoy hot and cold beverages to keep them refreshed. The Delta Sky Club at Concourse A is operated by Delta Airlines and has a private bar, showers, and spa facilities. The other Queen 5 Lounge is occupied by Virgin Atlantic Airways and is located on Concourse B near Gate 10. The airport has a USO Lounge offering free services to eligible military personnel.

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Monday

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Tuesday

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Friday

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Sunday

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Indianapolis to Chicago

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Chicago to Indianapolis

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4228 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
7.0Food
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Overall good, just screaming kids in the area the whole flight.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2026
MDW - MHT
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Overall good, just screaming kids in the area the whole flight.

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.

The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

I flew twice this week on Southwest, was delayed over 2 hours both ways. From Pittsburgh to Chicago it was due to weather but the gate agents, pilot etc were great at updating everyone. Today from Midway to Pittsburgh the plane had come from an international location, kept getting delayed, no information was given until we were delayed for the third time. It was ridiculous, whoever scheduled that plane to fly to Pittsburgh after didn’t consider a lot of things.

I realize they are still working out kinks with the new boarding process, but by the time I boarded in group 5, most of the bins were full. All airlines should better enforce small bags and jackets going under the seats until everyone has boarded.

The staff was very friendly, professional, and courteous. The overall flight was a great experience.

Plane crashed into a bus or some other vehicle on the ground while pulling out of the gate. No injuries, but wing tip was damaged and returned to gate for “maintenance issues” and we departed 5 hours later because the plane went out of service and new plane was flown in from a nearby airport, Midway.

All was good. I just had a hard time getting connected to the WiFi/internet during the flight

after landing, we stay 2 hours on the taxi way before reaching the gate The airline and the crew were good though

This was a nicer flight - not fully booked and so we were able to spread out.

It was hot and not as comfortable as the flight to Chicago. Must have been a different plane that needs to be worked on or replaced.

The SFO lounge closes at 12 midnight. My flight took off at 2AM

Onboard staff was courteous, helpful, responsive and friendly. The boarding process was disorganized, poorly communicated, and disheveled. Gate agents were yelling instead of using the PA system, didn’t communicate the timing delay of our flight, and created an atmosphere of chaos rather than order and communication. As far as I know, there was no reason for their. I would hate to see how it operated under extreme conditions. I’ve never seen United Airlines operations in such a state.

It was extremely hot in the cabin the entire flight, vent air was worn

Have not had a flight out or returning to Norfolk that has not required maintenance, and a gate delay. Properly staff the crew so maintenance can be performed without last minute emergencies on each flight and there is enough staff to have gates prepared for inbound flights. Staff to ensure the safety and on time service vs. profit.

My original flight was cancelled and that affected my trip and my plans and I got no compensation and customer service was hard to reach as well

The flight was delayed by a hour and I wish they had communicated it sooner. No issues on the plane, it did take a while for food to come.

Know that the movies that you are going to be offered are the oldest be rated movies they could possibly get. They may have one or two new movies that they keep advertising but when you’re flying 15 hours, there is nothing to see past the first new movie.

Great experience. Boarding was fast, staff were very nice and funny, everything at the seat worked well.

Flight was on time. Staff were friendly. I paid for Economy Plus but was required to check my standard carry-on luggage due to lack of space on the aircraft. This cost me 30 minutes, unexpectedly, in waiting at the baggage claim. This experience did not meet my expectations.

How is it that every American flight from DFW to IND is significantly delayed? This is the third time in two months I have been delayed flying out of DFW - ALWAYS for a maintenance issue. Makes me want to drop flying American altogether…or maybe flying through Dallas. Miserable experience.

Pilots were fantastic - super smooth. First Class flight attendant was very attentive. Main Cabin flight attendant should try to smooth the rough edges of her voice - very shrill / punitive. Hurt my ears just to listen to her. Recognize they have a (tough) job to do - but tone over speakers needs to be less like scolding a 5 year old.

Delayed and horrible communication and sat on flight for an hour before taking off

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

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

A very good flight. All personnel were gracious and pleasant. Good flight. No complaints.

American Airlines should be ashamed of their performance on AA1506 on August 14th from DFW to IND. First of all, after we got to the originally assigned gate C7, we were notified with too little notice for a first-flight out situation that the flight would depart from gate A25 in an entirely different terminal -- not just a gate or two away from the original gate. That was the first hiccup that started our day off poorly. It just got worse. Let it be known that the flight crew and gate agents were all as helpful as they could be during all that followed. However, the flight was a horrible mess of an ordeal. The plane was warm and uncomfortable on a hot Dallas morning when we boarded. And apparently we had to get underway for the a/c to be powered up. There was no other explanation for why we had to sit there in the heat. But before we could power up, some paperwork had to be completed, if we heard the announcement clearly enough. Then a "minor" maintenance issue had to be fixed -- but it was enough of an issue that we all had to deplane while it was being fixed, apparently because it was "too warm" on the plane for us to sit there in case the "minor" issue took too long to fix. And after we all finally deplaned and were hanging around the counter for news about when we could reboard, then a flight attendant came up and notified the gate agent that there a passenger at the rear of the plane had caused a major spill of some sort getting up and out of the plane. Turns out that was a bigger and longer delay than whatever the initial mechanical issue caused. According the gate announcements, the mechanical issue had been fixed relatively quickly in due course. But a seat was soaked and had to be cleaned up by a spill. A subsequent announcement then said that the seat belts were affected by the spill and had to cleaned. Then, either the seats or seat belts or both had to be replaced. At each of these announcements, the phrase "we're trying to get maintenance here as soon as we can" kept coming up. Clearly the gate agents were as frustrated as the passengers. After all was said and done, a minor mechanical issue and a major cabin spill issue caused a 3+ hour delay in our flight. American Airlines should be ashamed of its performance on this flight.

Gate check in of luggage was smooth at DCA and luggage came out fast in IND.

only issue is i feel we pulled off from the gate ontime, we sat on the runway longer than i felt made sense.

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