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$55+ 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 3/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — CHI
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sat 1/25
Sat 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$110
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One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/66:47 pmIND - ORD
1 stop6h 36mFrontier
Mon 3/108:50 amORD - IND
1 stop6h 55mFrontier
Deal found 1/19$110
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/17:01 pmIND - ORD
1 stop13h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/85:22 pmORD - IND
2 stops15h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$154
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:47 pmIND - ORD
1 stop6h 28mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/85:22 pmORD - IND
1 stop18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 2/133:51 pmIND - ORD
Nonstop1h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/152:55 pmORD - IND
Nonstop0h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/117:05 amIND - ORD
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Tue 2/114:35 pmORD - IND
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 1/19$231
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:25 pmIND - ORD
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Tue 9/307:35 pmORD - IND
1 stop3h 24mDelta
Deal found 1/19$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/1512:05 pmIND - MDW
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Wed 2/199:33 amMDW - IND
1 stop3h 04mDelta
Deal found 1/20$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 2/153:20 pmIND - MDW
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Wed 2/1910:05 amMDW - IND
2 stops6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/111:43 pmIND - ORD
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/119:17 pmORD - IND
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$274
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:30 pmIND - ORD
1 stop18h 34mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/306:50 pmORD - IND
1 stop9h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$467

Find flights from Indianapolis to Chicago within your budget

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 January 20, 2025.

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IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Thu 3/6

6:47 pm-12:23 am

1 stop6h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/10

8:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$110

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Wed 2/19

8:40 pm-11:16 am

1 stop15h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/26

5:15 am-7:35 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$146

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 4/1

6:47 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/8

5:22 pm-12:27 pm

1 stop18h 05m

$169

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Thu 3/6

12:58 pm-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/10

12:45 pm-2:53 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$217

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Tue 2/11

7:05 am-2:00 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/11

4:35 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$231

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Fri 4/4

12:23 pm-12:43 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/6

7:30 am-9:43 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$233

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Wed 2/19

10:29 am-1:05 pm

1 stop3h 36m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/23

6:28 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop3h 22m

$237

IndianapolisChicago

IND - MDW

INDMDW

Indianapolis

Wed 2/19

4:15 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/26

10:05 am-5:10 pm

2 stops6h 05m

$242

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Fri 2/14

2:17 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/17

4:58 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$253

IndianapolisChicago

IND - ORD

INDORD

Indianapolis

Thu 3/6

6:47 pm-12:23 am

1 stop6h 36m

$55

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Compare providers for flights from Indianapolis to Chicago

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Indianapolis to Chicago in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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

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Travel insights for flights from Indianapolis to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Indianapolis to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Indianapolis to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 40 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 month to book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Indianapolis to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 January 20, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Indianapolis to Chicago by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 December 16, 2024.

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

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 January 20, 2025.

The most flights from IND to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (59 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago 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 when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 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 January 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to Chicago, such as Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,113 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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 51 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 2 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Indianapolis to Chicago is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $110 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $154 and $217 round-trip. Frontier is priced at 58% 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $55. Users have also found prices from $68 and $109 on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, 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: Air Chathams (100%), Copa Airlines (92%), ANA (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $110. While the most popular route (Indianapolis - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $174 on average our data indicates $1,123 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Indianapolis to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 Chicago

Discover the top 2 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 January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$178Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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