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$54+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Illinois

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MSY — ORD
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Illinois (USIL). 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 November 20, 2024.

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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/53:09 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop18h 45mFrontier
Thu 12/129:35 amORD - MSY
1 stop28h 30mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$138
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Fri 12/66:01 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop6h 19mFrontier
Sun 12/87:15 amMDW - MSY
1 stop7h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$145
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/53:09 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/109:10 pmORD - MSY
1 stop7h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$149
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/47:05 amMSY - ORD
1 stop17h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/76:56 pmORD - MSY
1 stop11h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$161
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/104:14 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/147:55 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$199
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/93:09 pmMSY - STL
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/93:48 pmSTL - MSY
1 stop15h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$200
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/108:35 amMSY - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Sat 12/143:25 pmMDW - MSY
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$203
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Tue 12/105:29 amMSY - MDW
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Sat 12/149:30 amMDW - MSY
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Deal found 11/19$216
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Thu 12/123:16 pmMSY - STL
1 stop16h 57mFrontier
Sun 12/155:02 pmSTL - MSY
1 stop21h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$218
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Wed 12/256:13 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/319:45 amORD - MSY
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$234
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Fri 12/1312:33 pmMSY - STL
3 stops26h 48mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/314:27 pmSTL - MSY
1 stop15h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$251
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Tue 12/1710:08 amMSY - ORD
1 stop6h 25mDelta
Tue 12/315:57 pmORD - MSY
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Deal found 11/20$257

Find flights from New Orleans to Illinois within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Illinois 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/5

3:09 pm-9:54 am

1 stop18h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/12

9:35 am-2:05 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$138

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/16

3:25 pm-12:17 am

1 stop8h 52m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/19

7:15 am-5:04 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$138

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 12/5

3:09 pm-9:54 am

1 stop18h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/10

9:10 pm-5:03 am

1 stop7h 53m

$149

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/4

7:05 am-12:34 am

1 stop17h 29m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/7

6:56 pm-6:20 am

1 stop11h 24m

$161

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/8

9:00 am-11:36 am

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/13

8:30 pm-11:12 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$169

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/8

2:24 pm-5:01 pm

Nonstop2h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/13

7:35 am-1:13 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$179

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/16

6:40 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 1/19

4:25 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$200

New OrleansSt. Louis

MSY - STL

MSYSTL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 12/9

3:09 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/9

3:48 pm-7:36 am

1 stop15h 48m

$200

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/7

4:50 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/10

4:55 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$216

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/8

11:21 am-6:14 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/13

5:07 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$216

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Illinois

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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Illinois

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Illinois (average of $232). Flying from New Orleans to Illinois 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

When flying from New Orleans to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Illinois

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Illinois. 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from MSY to USIL are scheduled on a Monday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Illinois by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois 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 Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Illinois by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated November 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Illinois, such as American Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Allegiant Air
7.4
Good
850 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from New Orleans to Illinois. It is only a 11.4 mi journey to Louis Armstrong (MSY) from New Orleans’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $54. United Airlines flights start at $75 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $77 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from New Orleans to Illinois is New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago Midway or New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Lambert-St Louis.

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

    Consider Cathay Pacific (100%), Royal Jordanian (98%) or American Airlines (97%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to Illinois.

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Illinois is $115. On average you can expect to pay $991. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $149.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Illinois (average of $232). Flying from New Orleans to Illinois 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 5 airlines flying from New Orleans to Illinois

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Illinois. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$45Average$117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$152Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$180Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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