$84 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Indianapolis (ORD-IND)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $84 for one-way flights and $168 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, Oct 11 - Sat, Oct 18
ORD
Chicago
IND
Indianapolis
$168 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 11 from Chicago to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $168 found 17 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 16
ORD
Chicago
IND
Indianapolis
$173 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Chicago to Indianapolis, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $173 found 14 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 27
ORD
Chicago
IND
Indianapolis
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Chicago to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $177 just found
United
Wed, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 27
ORD
Chicago
IND
Indianapolis
$177 Roundtrip, just found
$177
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Chicago to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $177 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 18
ORD
Chicago
IND
Indianapolis
$178 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 16 from Chicago to Indianapolis, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $178 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Sat, Sep 27
ORD
Chicago
IND
Indianapolis
$180 Roundtrip, just found
$180
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Chicago to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Sep 27, priced at $180 just found
United
Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
ORD
Chicago
IND
Indianapolis
$183 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 12 from Chicago to Indianapolis, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $183 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 15 - Tue, Aug 19
ORD
Chicago
IND
Indianapolis
$184 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from Chicago to Indianapolis, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $184 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 16
ORD
Chicago
IND
Indianapolis
$188 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Chicago to Indianapolis, returning Tue, Sep 16, priced at $188 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 17
ORD
Chicago
IND
Indianapolis
$209 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Chicago to Indianapolis, returning Fri, Oct 17, priced at $209 found 17 hours ago

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Alternative airports near Indianapolis

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Select flight to Indianapolis Intl. IND. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 19 minutes. Flights from $168
IND
Indianapolis Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center19 min
Flights from $168
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Indianapolis Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$168
Distance
177 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 9 mins

Chicago to Indianapolis Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to Indianapolis

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to Indianapolis are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to Indianapolis with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to Indianapolis

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to Indianapolis: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to Indianapolis

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to Indianapolis in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $84 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to Indianapolis flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to Indianapolis airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) cost?
Find cheap return flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) starting at $177. Snag a seat and get ready to go. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving ORD on August 18 2025 and touching down at IND. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to IND?
The cheapest flights from ORD to IND are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
You can fly nonstop from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to IND?
Currently, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from ORD to IND is United. You can take off on this route from $89. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on October 14 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Each day on average, 11 nonstop flights operate from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND). Select the departure time that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
More passengers fly between ORD and IND at 5 PM than at any other point in the day. Rather skip the crowds? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and it's possible you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to IND?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
The first flight of the day out of O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) is at around 7:10AM UTC-6. Catch this flight and you'll touch down at Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) at approximately 9:29AM UTC-5. The total flight duration is 1h 19m.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
The average flight duration from ORD to IND is 1 hour and 13 minutes, covering a distance of 180 mi.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to IND?
Lufthansa has the strongest track record for on-time direct flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND), with an on-time score of 100%. Use the Expedia App to see your flight schedule before you jet off and get immediate updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
Choose a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Indianapolis from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Catch a direct flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis and you'll land at any one of these airports:

  • Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)
  • Lafayette, IN (LAF-Purdue University)
  • Bloomington, IN (BMG-Monroe County)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a ticket from ORD to IND often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute deals, they're not always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to IND flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by securing an ORD to IND flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. After selecting your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras including activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND)?
If you reserved your ORD to IND flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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