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$125+ Cheap flights from Baton Rouge (BTR) to Chicago (CHI)

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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BTR — CHI
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Baton Rouge to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Baton Rouge to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/177:39 amBTR - MDW
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Thu 1/86:45 amMDW - BTR
1 stop6h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/10$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/185:10 amBTR - ORD
1 stop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/67:35 amORD - BTR
1 stop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$304
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/146:59 pmBTR - MDW
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Wed 1/75:31 pmMDW - BTR
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/10$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/191:48 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/107:35 amORD - BTR
1 stop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/186:59 pmBTR - MDW
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Wed 1/75:31 pmMDW - BTR
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/11$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/266:07 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/302:17 pmORD - BTR
1 stop5h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$334
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/235:53 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/298:03 amORD - BTR
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sun 12/146:07 amBTR - MDW
1 stop5h 48mDelta
Sun 1/412:45 pmMDW - BTR
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/11$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/194:34 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2110:34 amORD - BTR
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/177:39 amBTR - MDW
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Wed 1/71:28 pmMDW - BTR
2 stops27h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/10$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/127:39 amBTR - MDW
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Sat 12/136:00 amMDW - BTR
1 stop6h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/10$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/136:33 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop5h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/148:11 amORD - BTR
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$369

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Baton Rouge (BTR) to Chicago (CHI). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$304
(Delta)

One-way from

$125
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$361
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago that are best for you.

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Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Tue 12/23

10:34 am-4:19 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/2

5:29 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop4h 24m

$304

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Thu 12/18

5:10 am-10:08 am

1 stop4h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/6

7:35 am-1:17 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$304

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Thu 12/18

5:10 am-10:08 am

1 stop4h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/7

8:54 am-3:58 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$304

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 2/7

1:55 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/10

10:35 am-3:58 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$319

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 12/19

1:48 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/10

7:35 am-1:17 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$333

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 12/26

6:07 pm-12:14 am

1 stop6h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/30

2:17 pm-7:23 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$334

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 12/19

4:34 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/21

10:34 am-5:23 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$354

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - MDW

BTRMDW

Baton Rouge Ryan

Mon 12/22

3:46 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/31

3:29 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$373

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 12/19

1:48 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/4

5:49 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 36m

$409

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 12/19

1:48 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/21

5:49 am-1:07 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$409

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Baton Rouge to Chicago in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 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 Baton Rouge-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Baton Rouge-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Baton Rouge-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Baton Rouge-Chicago 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 Baton Rouge-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Baton Rouge to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Baton Rouge with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baton Rouge to Chicago (average of $57). Flying from Baton Rouge to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $174). 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 BTR to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Baton Rouge to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Baton Rouge to Chicago in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Baton Rouge to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Baton Rouge to Chicago. 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 Baton Rouge to Chicago?

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

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

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from Baton Rouge to Chicago in about 4h 58m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 47m. The distance between Baton Rouge and Chicago is about 811 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago round-trip from $248. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $248, and United Airlines, from $272. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baton Rouge to Chicago (average of $57). Flying from Baton Rouge to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $174). 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 Baton Rouge to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$272Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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