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$74+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Louisiana

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 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MSY
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Louisiana

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$99
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$74
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$312

Good round-trip deal

$197 or less

Good one-way deal

$85 or less
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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 April 17, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 6/63:01 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/98:05 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop12h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$99
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/175:35 pmMDW - MSY
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Tue 5/207:00 amMSY - MDW
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/16$168
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/179:03 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/206:34 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$178
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/19:12 pmMDW - MSY
1 stop11h 44mFrontier
Sun 6/88:11 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop24h 06mFrontier
Deal found 4/17$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Fri 5/97:54 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/107:00 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/16$198
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/243:00 pmORD - BTR
1 stop7h 46mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/304:32 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$199
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 4/244:30 pmORD - MSY
1 stop18h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/59:31 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop11h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$203
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Thu 5/85:45 pmSTL - MSY
1 stop17h 35mFrontier
Sun 5/1112:10 pmMSY - STL
1 stop11h 56mFrontier
Deal found 4/16$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/2410:25 amMDW - MSY
1 stop6h 02mDelta
Sun 5/255:25 amMSY - MDW
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 4/16$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2410:25 amMDW - BTR
1 stop5h 27mDelta
Fri 5/303:30 pmBTR - MDW
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/17$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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
Tue 5/207:46 amMSY - ORD
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/16$217
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 5/313:01 pmORD - LFT
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/78:06 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/16$224

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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 April 17, 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

Fri 6/6

3:01 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 6/9

8:05 pm-8:50 am

1 stop12h 45m

$99

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/12

3:01 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

10:49 am-4:41 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$154

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/17

5:35 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/20

7:00 am-9:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$159

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/17

9:03 pm-11:28 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/20

6:34 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 31m

$178

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sun 6/1

9:12 pm-8:56 am

1 stop11h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 6/8

8:11 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop24h 06m

$197

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

7:54 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/10

7:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$198

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/24

3:00 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 5/30

4:32 pm-12:11 am

1 stop7h 39m

$199

St. LouisNew Orleans

STL - MSY

STLMSY

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 5/8

5:45 pm-11:20 am

1 stop17h 35m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/11

12:10 pm-12:06 am

1 stop11h 56m

$204

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/24

12:48 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop6h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 5/25

5:25 am-9:40 am

1 stop4h 15m

$217

ChicagoBaton Rouge

MDW - BTR

MDWBTR

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/24

10:25 am-3:52 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 5/30

3:30 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop5h 57m

$217

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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 April 17, 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 April 17, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to USLA are scheduled on a Thursday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 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 April 17, 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,667 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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

    $74 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?

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  • 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$150Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$166Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$210Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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