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$67+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Louisiana

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ORD — MSY
Apr 5 — Apr 121
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Louisiana

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Louisiana flight deals. Data was last updated March 31, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$122
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$67
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$329

Good round-trip deal

$197 or less

Good one-way deal

$93 or less
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From Illinois to Louisiana
One-way flight from Illinois to Louisiana
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Louisiana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Louisiana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/227:10 amORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/110:23 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$117
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 5/109:03 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/176:34 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$159
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Wed 4/307:10 amORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/37:00 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$160
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/163:32 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/202:08 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop18h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$177
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/218:55 pmMDW - MSY
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Wed 6/256:30 amMSY - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$179
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.
Sun 5/48:30 amMDW - MSY
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Thu 5/84:48 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
Deal found 3/30$198
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/276:24 amPIA - MSY
1 stop5h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/3010:57 amMSY - PIA
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/29$199
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.
Tue 4/293:10 pmORD - LFT
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/64:11 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$199
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.
Sat 4/264:26 pmMLI - MSY
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/294:19 pmMSY - MLI
1 stop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$199
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sun 4/206:45 amORD - MSY
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Fri 5/212:10 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop11h 22mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$208
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/196:04 amMDW - MSY
1 stop4h 43mDelta
Sat 4/195:41 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop4h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/29$217
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.
Wed 5/145:30 amORD - MSY
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Wed 5/2112:46 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Deal found 3/30$217

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Louisiana 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Louisiana that are best for you.

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Illinois

Fly to

Louisiana

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/22

7:10 am-9:28 am

Nonstop2h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/1

10:23 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$117

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

9:03 pm-11:28 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/17

6:34 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 31m

$159

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/30

7:10 am-9:37 am

Nonstop2h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/3

7:00 am-9:38 am

Nonstop2h 38m

$160

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/16

3:32 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 4/20

2:08 pm-8:44 am

1 stop18h 36m

$177

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sat 6/21

8:55 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/25

6:30 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$179

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sun 5/4

8:30 am-3:18 pm

1 stop6h 48m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/8

4:48 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$198

PeoriaNew Orleans

PIA - MSY

PIAMSY

Greater Peoria

Wed 8/27

6:24 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/30

10:57 am-3:40 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$199

ChicagoLafayette

ORD - LFT

ORDLFT

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/29

3:10 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Lafayette Regional

Tue 5/6

4:11 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$199

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Sat 4/26

4:26 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/29

4:19 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$199

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/20

6:45 am-6:51 pm

1 stop12h 06m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 5/2

12:10 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$208

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Louisiana

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Louisiana (average of $256). Flying from Illinois to Louisiana in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 IL to LA?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Louisiana

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Louisiana. 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 March 31, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to USLA 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 (16 on average).

Rainfall in Louisiana by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Louisiana ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Louisiana when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in Louisiana by month

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

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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Louisiana. 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 Louisiana. Reviews last updated March 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Illinois to Louisiana have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

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

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

    $67 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and United Airlines, with prices starting from $80 and $80, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Louisiana (average of $256). Flying from Illinois to Louisiana in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 Illinois to Louisiana

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Louisiana. 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$57Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$163Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$209Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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