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$74+ Cheap flights from Louisiana to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — CHI
abr. 5 — abr. 121
sáb. 4/5
sáb. 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisiana to Chicago

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$106
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$74
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$291

Good round-trip deal

$253 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisiana to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 31, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/306:55 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mSpirit Airlines
dom. 5/47:10 amORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/29$106
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/216:34 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 5/246:50 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$160
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/412:45 pmMSY - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
sáb. 6/78:55 pmMDW - MSY
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/29$161
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/223:31 pmSHV - MDW
1 stop6h 51mDelta
mar. 4/299:52 amMDW - SHV
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 3/30$194
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/301:42 pmSHV - ORD
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 5/34:45 pmORD - SHV
1 stop5h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$194
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/14:48 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
dom. 5/48:30 amMDW - MSY
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$198
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 4/117:46 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop17h 31mMultiple Airlines
dom. 4/137:10 amORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/45:25 amMSY - ORD
1 stop4h 38mDelta
mié. 6/1111:05 amORD - MSY
1 stop4h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/30$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/236:22 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
dom. 4/275:00 amORD - LFT
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$224
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vie. 4/113:14 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop23h 44mFrontier
dom. 4/139:25 amORD - MSY
1 stop28h 49mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$230
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
mar. 6/37:00 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mUnited Airlines
mar. 6/107:40 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$231
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mié. 4/166:30 amMSY - MDW
1 stop5h 33mDelta
mié. 4/239:20 amMDW - MSY
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 3/30$233

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisiana to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated marzo 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisiana to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Louisiana

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 4/30

6:55 pm-9:26 pm

Nonstop2h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 5/5

3:32 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$106

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 5/21

6:34 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 5/24

6:50 pm-9:22 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

$160

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 6/4

12:45 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago Midway

sáb. 6/7

8:55 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$161

ShreveportChicago

SHV - MDW

SHVMDW

Shreveport

mar. 4/22

3:31 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Chicago Midway

mar. 4/29

9:52 am-2:48 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$194

ShreveportChicago

SHV - ORD

SHVORD

Shreveport

mié. 4/30

1:42 pm-7:29 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 5/3

4:45 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$194

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 5/1

4:48 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Chicago Midway

dom. 5/4

8:30 am-3:18 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$198

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 4/11

7:46 pm-1:17 pm

1 stop17h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/13

7:10 am-9:28 am

Nonstop2h 18m

$199

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 6/4

10:55 am-4:25 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 6/7

4:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$217

LafayetteChicago

LFT - ORD

LFTORD

Lafayette Regional

mié. 4/23

6:22 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/27

5:00 am-10:09 am

1 stop5h 09m

$224

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 4/11

3:14 pm-2:58 pm

1 stop23h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 4/13

9:25 am-2:14 pm

1 stop28h 49m

$230

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Best time to book a flight from Louisiana to Chicago

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisiana to Chicago

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Louisiana to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 LA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisiana to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated marzo 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Louisiana to Chicago as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Louisiana to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Louisiana to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated marzo 31, 2025.

The most flights from USLA to CHI are scheduled on a Sunday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated marzo 31, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Louisiana to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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 Louisiana to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $74. American Airlines flights start at $80 while deals on Southwest start at $80 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Louisiana to Chicago?

    While some choose either New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago Midway or Shreveport - Chicago O'Hare Intl, New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Louisiana to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Louisiana to Chicago?

    Consider United Airlines (95%), ANA (92%) or Air Canada (91%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Louisiana to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Louisiana to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Louisiana to Chicago is generally $1,214, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $43. When looking at the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $92 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Louisiana to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Louisiana to Chicago 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 Louisiana to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Louisiana to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 6 airlines flying from Louisiana to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Louisiana to Chicago. 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 marzo 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$47Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$59Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$153Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$156Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$185Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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