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$95+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — CHI
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Chicago are usually found in September or February, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$167
(Priceline)

One-way from

$95
(CheapOair)

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December

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September

Average price

$339
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/309:10 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop11h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/71:24 pmORD - MSY
1 stop11h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$182
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/313:37 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/27:29 pmORD - MSY
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$197
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/241:44 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop19h 40mFrontier
Thu 1/27:29 pmORD - MSY
1 stop18h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$238
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/241:44 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop20h 11mFrontier
Thu 1/27:34 amMDW - MSY
1 stop8h 42mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/316:13 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/28:20 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$399
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/316:40 amMSY - MDW
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Fri 1/34:20 pmMDW - MSY
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/259:59 amMSY - MDW
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Fri 1/312:10 pmMDW - MSY
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/18$418
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/247:00 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/258:05 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$442
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3010:00 amMSY - MDW
2 stops22h 49mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/26:51 pmMDW - MSY
2 stops19h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$542
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Fri 12/206:30 amMSY - ORD
1 stop4h 56mDelta
Wed 1/86:15 amORD - MSY
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 12/18$543
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/2512:35 pmMSY - ORD
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Sat 12/286:55 pmORD - MSY
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$572

Find flights from New Orleans to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans 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 December 19, 2024.

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New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/10

3:25 pm-12:35 am

1 stop9h 10m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/11

3:56 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$167

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/17

3:25 pm-12:32 am

1 stop9h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/19

7:25 am-5:04 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$168

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/14

9:15 am-11:49 am

Nonstop2h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/21

7:10 am-8:12 pm

1 stop13h 02m

$174

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/13

5:00 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/18

7:35 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$178

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/9

3:25 pm-12:13 am

1 stop8h 48m

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/10

7:15 am-2:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$188

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/29

1:23 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/5

8:30 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

$189

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/13

5:28 am-10:12 am

1 stop4h 44m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/18

6:00 am-11:54 am

1 stop5h 54m

$216

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/22

10:17 am-3:45 pm

1 stop5h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/28

2:55 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop5h 41m

$220

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/15

2:24 pm-5:01 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/22

7:35 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$221

New OrleansChicago

MSY - RFD

MSYRFD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/23

8:08 pm-9:52 am

1 stop13h 44m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 1/26

5:00 pm-8:58 pm

2 stops27h 58m

$251

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Chicago in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice 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 New Orleans-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Chicago 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 New Orleans-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Chicago

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from New Orleans to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from New Orleans to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 MSY to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 December 19, 2024.

When flying from New Orleans to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 45% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Chicago. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans to Chicago flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 19, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Frontier and American Airlines from New Orleans to Chicago to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Chicago. 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 from for flights from New Orleans to Chicago?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago from Louis Armstrong; the airport handles an average of 12 outbound flights to Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the New Orleans airport to Chicago. It is only a 11.4 mi journey to Louis Armstrong (MSY) from New Orleans’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Chicago round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New Orleans to Chicago is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $168 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Southwest, starting at $176 and $178 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 29% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $95. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New Orleans to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Orleans to Chicago?

    Most travelers choose New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl, New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago Midway or New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago Greater Rockford when deciding on the best route from New Orleans to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Orleans to Chicago consider choosing Republic Airways (100%), Brussels Airlines (95%) or ANA (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New Orleans to Chicago? While on average our users pay $831, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $106. The most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $114.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Chicago?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from New Orleans to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 New Orleans to Chicago

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$46Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$59Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$156Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$185Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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