Flying from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW): what you need to know
Chicago is one hour behind Indianapolis and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IND to MDW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Indianapolis International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IND and MDW include:
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indianapolis International Airport (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Right now, C$135 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Indianapolis International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$297. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from IND to MDW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from IND to MDW.
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Handy information about Indianapolis International Airport (IND)
IND is located at 7800 Col. H. Weir Cook Memorial Drive.
When it comes to Indianapolis International Airport's on-time performance, 79.86% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Indianapolis International Airport from central Indianapolis, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 24 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near IND:
Arriving at Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Reserve a hotel close to MDW if you have a late Indianapolis International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and explore Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Hertz and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Chicago Midway International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to central Chicago
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
From Chicago Midway International Airport, Chicago is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Indianapolis International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Chicago in May.
Lock in your flight from Indianapolis International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Chicago during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IND to MDW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Chicago, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 451 kilometres south-east to Columbus to tick off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Ohio Statehouse and German Village, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another favourite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.