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$121+ Cheap flights from Louisiana 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 11/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — CHI
Aug 12 — Aug 191
Wed 8/12
Wed 8/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisiana to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Louisiana to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisiana to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 13, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Wed 8/191:15 pm
MSY
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 15m
Southwest
Fri 8/212:50 pm
MDW
-
MSY
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/13$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/147:00 am
MSY
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 42m
United Airlines
Sat 8/227:00 am
ORD
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/8$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/218:05 am
MSY
-
MDW
2 stops14h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/236:05 am
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop11h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/9$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/122:14 pm
MSY
-
ORD
1 stop25h 46m
Frontier
Fri 8/148:58 pm
ORD
-
MSY
2 stops19h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 7/9$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Sun 8/166:15 am
MSY
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 15m
Southwest
Fri 8/215:55 am
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/285:41 pm
MSY
-
ORD
1 stop22h 19m
Frontier
Mon 9/77:05 am
ORD
-
MSY
1 stop10h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 7/11$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/412:36 pm
MSY
-
MDW
2 stops9h 27m
Frontier
Wed 8/54:45 pm
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop20h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 7/11$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/11. 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.
Sat 8/297:26 am
MSY
-
ORD
1 stop5h 14m
Delta
Mon 12/215:55 pm
ORD
-
MSY
1 stop4h 24m
Delta
Deal found 7/11$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/12. 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.
Fri 9/46:25 pm
MSY
-
MDW
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Mon 9/75:55 am
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 7/12$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Thu 8/66:50 pm
MSY
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 59m
American Airlines
Mon 8/104:57 pm
ORD
-
MSY
1 stop4h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8$260
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/87:15 am
MSY
-
MDW
Nonstop2h 15m
Southwest
Sun 8/96:10 am
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/9$260
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/251:00 pm
MSY
-
ORD
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Sun 9/276:30 am
ORD
-
MSY
1 stop9h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 7/8$261

Find flight deals from Louisiana to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Louisiana to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated July 13, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$254
(Southwest)

One-way from

$121
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$343

Good round-trip deal

$330 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisiana 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 July 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisiana to Chicago that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/4

7:00 am-9:42 am

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/7

7:00 am-9:22 am

Nonstop2h 22m

$256

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/19

11:16 am-4:17 pm

1 stop5h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/21

6:25 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$259

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/19

11:04 am-4:15 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Chicago Midway

Fri 8/21

5:10 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$259

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/25

12:45 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/26

11:45 am-7:25 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$264
Quickest round-trip

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/18

5:00 am-7:15 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/20

7:15 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$271

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/16

8:05 am-2:10 pm

2 stops6h 05m

Chicago Midway

Mon 10/19

1:00 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$274

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 8/30

5:12 am-11:51 am

1 stop6h 39m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/6

6:05 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 37m

$276

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/25

5:00 am-7:15 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sun 9/27

7:15 am-9:25 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$283

ShreveportChicago

SHV - ORD

SHVORD

Shreveport

Wed 8/5

9:30 am-4:39 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/12

5:30 am-10:34 am

1 stop5h 04m

$289

ShreveportChicago

SHV - ORD

SHVORD

Shreveport

Fri 8/14

5:46 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/16

5:30 am-10:34 am

1 stop5h 04m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from Louisiana to Chicago

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Chicago (average of $18). Flying from Louisiana to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $125). 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 LA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisiana 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 July 13, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Louisiana to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Louisiana to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Louisiana to Chicago. 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 July 13, 2026.

The most flights from USLA to CHI are scheduled on a Friday (42 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 on average).

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Louisiana to Chicago?

Booking 23 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Louisiana to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Louisiana to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Louisiana to Chicago. Price data was last updated on July 11, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Louisiana to Chicago flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Louisiana to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Louisiana to Chicago?

    A quick flight from Louisiana to Chicago can take about 2h 42m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $256. Louisiana and Chicago are separated by a distance of 838 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $52. Southwest flights start at $84 while deals on United Airlines start at $89 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Louisiana to Chicago?

    While some choose either New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago Midway or Shreveport - Chicago O'Hare Intl, New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from Louisiana to Chicago.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Louisiana to Chicago?

    Consider Envoy Air (91%), Turkish Airlines (90%) or Japan Airlines (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Louisiana to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Louisiana to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Louisiana to Chicago is generally $1,674, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $120. When looking at the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $186 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Chicago (average of $18). Flying from Louisiana to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $125). 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 5 airlines flying from Louisiana to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Louisiana 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 July 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$88Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$129Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$156Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$163Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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