Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Indianapolis – Chicago
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
1h 21m Return – Dec 8, 2026
direct
1h 11m $257
yesterday
Indianapolis – Chicago
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
1h 10m Return – Dec 7, 2026
direct
1h 0m $281
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Today’s flight suggestion for Indianapolis - Chicago
Outbound December 3, 2026 · Inbound December 7, 2026
Today’s suggestion
7:52 PM
IND 7:15 AM +1
ORD12h 23m
1 stop
6:07 AM
ORD 12:25 PM +1
IND29h 18m
1 stop
From $161
7:52 PM
IND 4:07 PM +1
MDW21h 15m
1 stop
6:07 AM
ORD 12:25 PM +1
IND29h 18m
1 stop
From $161
7:52 PM
IND 6:03 PM +1
ORD23h 11m
1 stop
10:29 PM
ORD 6:34 PM +1
IND19h 5m
1 stop
From $184
Cheapest flight tickets
$176
Average price of a round trip
$284
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
1h23
A flight from Indianapolis to Chicago takes on average 1h23.
Best time
July
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Chicago is July.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Indianapolis to Chicago
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Chicago (USA) from Indianapolis (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is September, with an average flight ticket price of $180 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of November, October and July.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 21 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to Chicago costs on average $268.
The airlines that offer the most flights are American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Indianapolis to Chicago
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $176 to $632
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $284
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of September
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: November
info departure city :
Indianapolis, USA
airports :
Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
Eagle Creek Airpark (EYE)
local time :
Indianapolis is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Indianapolis, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 18°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 21°C.
The city of Indianapolis has 2 airport(s): Indianapolis and Eagle Creek Airpark
destination info :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :
Chicago is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 16°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 19°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
Useful info about Chicago
What is the least touristic period to go to Chicago?
If you want to visit Chicago during the least touristic period, choose the month of July.
What is the most popular time to travel to Chicago?
In Chicago, the most popular month is November. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Indianapolis to Chicago?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 21 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Indianapolis to Chicago is Saturday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Indianapolis and Chicago?
When you leave, you can leave from Indianapolis, and you will arrive at Chicago-Midway, Chicago-O'Hare or Greater Rockford.
How to reach Indianapolis airport from the city centre?
The airport Indianapolis is located 15 km or Eagle Creek Airpark is located 15 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Indianapolis to Chicago?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Indianapolis and Chicago?
In summer, the average temperature is 22°C in Chicago and 23°C in Indianapolis. The average rainfall in summer is 145 mm in Chicago and 116 mm in Indianapolis. In summer, it is warmer in Indianapolis and it rains less in Indianapolis. In winter, it is colder in Indianapolis and it rains more in Indianapolis.
