Indianapolis International Airport is regaining two nonstop flights, between Chicago and Raleigh-Durham. Photo from Wikimedia Commons.

News Release

INDIANAPOLIS — Today Southwest Airlines launches its inaugural flight to Chicago Midway International Airport, officially giving Hoosiers another airport destination option when traveling to the Windy City.

The new Chicago Midway nonstop will operate twice daily, year-round, returning after a nearly five-year hiatus.

“The Midway route gives Hoosier travelers more regional access, and more flexibility when flying into Chicago,” said Mario Rodriguez, executive director of the Indianapolis Airport Authority. “This route is also going to serve both business and leisure travel with more convenience, access and connectivity across the country and beyond.”

This exclusive route opens another gate to Southwest’s network nationwide, supporting access for leisure travelers and business professionals.

Raleigh-Durham Resumes Service

On Monday, Aug. 11, Delta Airlines will resume operating its twice-weekly nonstop flight out of Indianapolis to Raleigh-Durham International Airport. Delta served Raleigh-Durham from January 2010 through April 2020, until the pandemic forced a halt in service.

Indianapolis Airport Authority officials worked diligently to bring the route back to the Indy airport.

“Raleigh-Durham is a highly sought-after route for our business community,” said Marsha Wurster, senior director of commercial enterprise. “Eli Lilly maintains a significant presence there and is growing in the area. That’s in addition to the NCAA committing to Cary, North Carolina for future championship games, and there is a growing tech industry connecting both the Raleigh-Durham area and Central Indiana.”

The Delta nonstop flight resuming this month will give leisure and business travelers an additional option to reach the Raleigh area, the Outer Banks, and the North Carolina’s Research Triangle — offering easy access to the Southeast’s cultural and natural attractions.

Frontier has offered seasonal nonstop flights to Raleigh Durham since 2022.