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$199+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Baton Rouge (BTR)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BTR
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Baton Rouge

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Baton Rouge (BTR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(American Airlines)

Popular in

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September

Average price

$483
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Baton Rouge. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/185:36 pmORD - BTR
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/227:22 amBTR - ORD
1 stop4h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/1812:44 pmMDW - BTR
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Sat 2/227:45 amBTR - MDW
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Deal found 1/29$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/159:47 amORD - BTR
1 stop7h 13mDelta
Sat 3/226:00 amBTR - ORD
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Deal found 1/29$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/42:00 pmORD - BTR
1 stop5h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/135:06 amBTR - ORD
1 stop6h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$354

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ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/18

5:36 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 2/22

7:22 am-12:12 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$199

ChicagoBaton Rouge

MDW - BTR

MDWBTR

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/18

12:44 pm-7:56 pm

1 stop7h 12m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 2/22

7:45 am-2:53 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$217

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 3/15

9:47 am-5:00 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 3/22

6:00 am-1:16 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$249

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/4

2:00 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Thu 3/13

5:06 am-11:23 am

1 stop6h 17m

$354

ChicagoBaton Rouge

MDW - BTR

MDWBTR

Chicago Midway

Tue 5/6

1:05 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$220

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

12:09 pm-5:48 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$220

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/26

9:30 am-2:23 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$230

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

1:20 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops23h 58m

$288

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/9

9:45 am-3:52 pm

3 stops30h 07m

$1,078

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Deals found on 1/29

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Baton Rouge flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Baton Rouge flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Baton Rouge flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Baton Rouge flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Baton Rouge flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge (average of $334). Flying from Chicago to Baton Rouge in March is currently the most expensive (average of $455). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to BTR?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Baton Rouge. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Baton Rouge in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 83% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Baton Rouge by month

Plan your trip to Baton Rouge by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Baton Rouge ranges from 3.4 - 6.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.0 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Baton Rouge when rainfall is around 3.4 in.

Temperature in Baton Rouge by month

Plan your trip to Baton Rouge by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Baton Rouge, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Baton Rouge

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Baton Rouge. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Baton Rouge. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chicago to Baton Rouge, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,454 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,688 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Baton Rouge. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Baton Rouge from Chicago?

    Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge. You should not have trouble finding flights to Ryan from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Baton Rouge airport from Chicago. It is only a 5.8 mi journey from Ryan (BTR) to Baton Rouge’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Baton Rouge round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Baton Rouge, with prices starting at $199. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $217 and $354, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Baton Rouge one-way?

    $220 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from $230 and $288, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Baton Rouge flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Baton Rouge by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge (average of $334). Flying from Chicago to Baton Rouge in March is currently the most expensive (average of $455). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Baton Rouge

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$247Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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