Indianapolis to Chicago (IND–MDW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IND–MDW is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 162 miles in approximately 0h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 85 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 35 | 737, 7M8, 7S7 | 0h30-1h | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Chicago from Indianapolis
| Metric | IND→MDW | CVG→MDW | DAY→MDW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IND | – | 98 mi | 111 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | 28 | 2 |
| Flight time | 0h 30m | 1h 10m | 0h 43m |
| Departure OTP | 68% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IND: EDT · MDW: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Indianapolis, it's 5:00 PM in Chicago.
IND–MDW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IND to MDW
Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IND to MDW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IND to MDW ranges from 0 hours 30 minutes to 1 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 162 miles (261 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 31 return, totaling 66 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
85 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via ATW. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cincinnati / Covington (CVG), Dayton (DAY) and Louisville (SDF).