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$49+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — ORD
Apr 30 — May 71
Wed 4/30
Wed 5/7
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$148
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$307

Good round-trip deal

$410 or less

Good one-way deal

$237 or less
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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 April 25, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 8/141:50 pmIND - ORD
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Tue 8/263:10 pmORD - IND
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23$148
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/164:16 pmIND - ORD
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
Mon 5/196:20 amORD - IND
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$160
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/1410:50 amIND - ORD
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/277:47 amORD - IND
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$163
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/189:20 amIND - ORD
1 stop24h 35mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/194:35 pmORD - IND
2 stops16h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$175
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Fri 6/137:27 pmIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 17mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/286:47 amORD - IND
Nonstop1h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$178
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Fri 5/2311:20 amIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/253:43 pmORD - IND
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Wed 6/184:38 pmIND - ORD
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Thu 7/247:35 pmORD - IND
1 stop3h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/25$199

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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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IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Fri 5/16

4:16 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

6:20 am-3:30 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$160

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Wed 5/14

10:50 am-8:55 am

1 stop23h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/27

7:47 am-7:32 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$163

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Sun 5/18

9:20 am-8:55 am

1 stop24h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/19

4:35 pm-9:45 am

2 stops16h 10m

$175

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Fri 6/13

7:27 pm-7:44 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/28

6:47 am-8:52 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$178

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Fri 5/23

9:00 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

2:20 pm-4:31 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$179

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Wed 6/18

4:38 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/24

7:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 24m

$199

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 5/27

6:20 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/13

1:30 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$293

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Thu 6/19

6:30 am-11:59 pm

1 stop18h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/23

6:00 am-5:00 am

1 stop22h 00m

$568

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 6/3

6:20 am-11:50 am

1 stop6h 30m

$49

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Fri 5/16

4:16 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$80

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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 O'Hare Intl in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice 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 O'Hare Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 O'Hare Intl Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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 offers amazingly reliable Wi-Fi and plenty of charging stations, perfect for staying connected and productive during your travels.

Read more about INDby Barbara Noe Kennedy
ORD

For quick city access, take the “L” train from ORD, offering a direct route to downtown Chicago, avoiding traffic delays.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
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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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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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to O'Hare Intl from Indianapolis with our price prediction graph.
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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 April 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Indianapolis to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 81 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 April 25, 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 57% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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 March 30, 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 evenings 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 April 25, 2025.

The most flights from IND to ORD are scheduled on a Wednesday (70 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 on average).

Rainfall in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in O'Hare Intl by month

Plan your trip to O'Hare Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

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 April 25, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Indianapolis to Chicago have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,927 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,927 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,927 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,289 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,927 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,927 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,927 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,927 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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 54 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 $148. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $160, and Spirit Airlines, from $175. Southwest is 47% 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?

    $49 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 $80 and $87, 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: Copa Airlines (95%), SkyWest Airlines (88%), ANA( 88%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $147. While the most popular route (Indianapolis - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $102 on average our data indicates $943 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

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