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$100+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Baton Rouge (BTR)

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CHI — BTR
ago. 25 — sep. 11
lun. 8/25
lun. 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Baton Rouge

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Baton Rouge (BTR). 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 agosto 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$249
(Delta)

One-way from

$100
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$283
From Chicago (CHI) to Baton Rouge Ryan
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Baton Rouge. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
sáb. 10/44:25 pmMDW - BTR
1 stop5h 47mDelta
sáb. 10/114:38 pmBTR - MDW
1 stop5h 36mDelta
Deal found 8/20$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
jue. 9/185:30 amORD - BTR
1 stop7h 22mDelta
lun. 9/226:50 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop5h 04mDelta
Deal found 8/18$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
vie. 9/51:20 pmORD - BTR
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/166:41 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/310:03 amORD - BTR
1 stop5h 58mAmerican Airlines
dom. 9/76:22 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
mar. 11/256:00 amORD - BTR
1 stop5h 18mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/299:30 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/291:21 pmORD - BTR
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
dom. 8/315:45 amBTR - ORD
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
jue. 9/186:00 amORD - BTR
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/226:41 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$314
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
jue. 9/186:00 amMDW - BTR
1 stop6h 52mDelta
lun. 9/224:39 pmBTR - MDW
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Deal found 8/18$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
mar. 9/25:54 pmORD - BTR
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/612:15 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop5h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
dom. 8/246:00 amORD - BTR
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
sáb. 8/304:03 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop6h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
sáb. 8/236:04 amMDW - BTR
1 stop6h 49mDelta
dom. 8/246:00 amBTR - MDW
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Deal found 8/20$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
vie. 8/225:30 pmORD - BTR
1 stop4h 43mDelta
dom. 8/246:49 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Deal found 8/20$339

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge that are best for you.

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ChicagoBaton Rouge

MDW - BTR

MDWBTR

Chicago Midway

sáb. 10/4

4:25 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop5h 47m

Baton Rouge Ryan

sáb. 10/11

4:38 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$249

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 10/4

1:20 pm-6:03 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Baton Rouge Ryan

sáb. 10/11

12:25 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$249

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb. 1/17

5:50 am-12:54 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Baton Rouge Ryan

dom. 1/18

1:40 pm-9:14 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$249

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 9/18

5:30 am-12:52 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Baton Rouge Ryan

lun. 9/22

6:50 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$249

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 9/5

1:20 pm-8:13 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Baton Rouge Ryan

mar. 9/16

6:41 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$254

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 9/3

10:03 am-4:01 pm

1 stop5h 58m

Baton Rouge Ryan

dom. 9/7

6:22 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$259

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 11/25

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop5h 18m

Baton Rouge Ryan

sáb. 11/29

9:30 pm-2:27 am

1 stop4h 57m

$279

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 9/18

6:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 42m

Baton Rouge Ryan

lun. 9/22

6:41 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$314

ChicagoBaton Rouge

ORD - BTR

ORDBTR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 10/24

5:50 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Baton Rouge Ryan

dom. 10/26

6:09 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 06m

$319

ChicagoBaton Rouge

MDW - BTR

MDWBTR

Chicago Midway

jue. 9/18

6:00 am-12:52 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Baton Rouge Ryan

lun. 9/22

4:39 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$319

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge (average of $334). Flying from Chicago to Baton Rouge in March is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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 CHI to BTR?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Baton Rouge. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated agosto 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Baton Rouge in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 83% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Chicago to Baton Rouge on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Houston (IAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $371.

What’s the fastest layover option from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 11m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Houston (IAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 06m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Baton Rouge

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Baton Rouge. 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 Baton Rouge. Reviews last updated agosto 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Baton Rouge. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,928 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Baton Rouge from Chicago?

    Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge. You should not have trouble finding flights to Ryan from Chicago; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Baton Rouge airport from Chicago. It is only a 5.8 mi journey from Ryan (BTR) to Baton Rouge’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

    Delta and American Airlines can get you from Chicago to Baton Rouge in just under 4h 43m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 04m. Chicago and Baton Rouge are separated by a distance of 811 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Baton Rouge round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Baton Rouge, with prices starting at $228. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $248 and $261, respectively. Users have found that Delta is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Baton Rouge 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 Chicago to Baton Rouge?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge (average of $334). Flying from Chicago to Baton Rouge in March is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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 3 airlines flying from Chicago to Baton Rouge

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge. 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 agosto 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$228Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$261Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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