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$90+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Midway (MDW)

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — MDW
may. 4 — may. 111
dom. 5/4
dom. 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Midway

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Midway (MDW). 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 abril 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(Southwest)

One-way from

$90
(Southwest)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$253

Good round-trip deal

$223 or less

Good one-way deal

$178 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Midway
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Midway. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 29, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
sáb. 6/1411:25 amMSY - MDW
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
mar. 6/178:35 pmMDW - MSY
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/27$181
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
mar. 5/207:46 amMSY - MDW
1 stop4h 07mDelta
mié. 5/286:00 amMDW - MSY
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Deal found 4/27$217
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
jue. 5/2911:16 amMSY - MDW
1 stop10h 40mFrontier
dom. 6/19:12 pmMDW - MSY
1 stop11h 44mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$218

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport that are best for you.

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New Orleans

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Midway

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 6/14

11:25 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

mar. 6/17

8:35 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$181

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 5/20

7:46 am-11:53 am

1 stop4h 07m

Chicago Midway

dom. 5/25

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

$217

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 5/29

11:16 am-9:56 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Chicago Midway

dom. 6/1

9:12 pm-8:56 am

1 stop11h 44m

$218

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

sáb. 7/5

6:00 am-8:20 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$90

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mar. 6/3

5:25 am-9:40 am

1 stop4h 15m

$109

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 5/29

11:16 am-9:56 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$115

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 5/29

2:45 pm-7:14 pm

2 stops28h 29m

$171

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Deals found on 4/28

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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 Midway in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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 Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Chicago Midway Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Chicago Midway Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Midway Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport trip
Airports
MSY

Expect short security waits at MSY, with average times around 15 minutes, thanks to efficient processes and lower passenger volumes.

Read more about MSYby Brandon Schultz
MDW

Use the Orange Line train for a quick, 30-minute ride from MDW to downtown Chicago, operating almost 24 hours a day.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Midway

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $160). Flying from New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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 MDW?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Midway. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 26% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Midway. 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 abril 29, 2025.

The most flights from MSY to MDW are scheduled on a Sunday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Midway by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago Midway Airport 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 Midway Airport when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Midway by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago Midway Airport, 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 Midway

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Midway. 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 Midway. Reviews last updated abril 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Chicago, such as Southwest, Delta and Frontier. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,285 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from New Orleans to Chicago Midway, you will be flying from Louis Armstrong. New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is just 11.4 mi from the center of the city. Louis Armstrong is the only New Orleans airport and it handles 3 outbound flights to Chicago Midway per day. 3 airlines have flights to Chicago Midway from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, Southwest ($181), Frontier ($211), and Delta ($217) offers the cheapest pricing from New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport. Southwest is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $90. Delta flights start at $109 while deals on Frontier start at $115 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport is generally $329, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $79. When looking at the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago Midway), you can expect to pay $181 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Midway 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 Midway Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport (average of $160). Flying from New Orleans to Chicago Midway Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $249). 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 New Orleans to Midway

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Midway. 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 abril 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$69Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$189Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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