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$85+ Cheap flights from Louisiana to Chicago (CHI)

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MSY — CHI
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisiana to Chicago

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$132
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$85
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$219

Good round-trip deal

$223 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
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Cheapest flights from Louisiana to Chicago
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/2911:34 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/39:02 pmORD - MSY
1 stop8h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$133
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/1310:49 amMSY - ORD
1 stop5h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/253:01 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$169
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 6/46:34 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/710:12 amORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$181
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/26:00 amMSY - MDW
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Sat 8/95:05 pmMDW - MSY
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$181
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/182:16 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/207:55 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$197
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/610:49 amMSY - ORD
1 stop5h 52mFrontier
Thu 5/86:00 amORD - MSY
1 stop9h 18mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/2811:18 amMSY - ORD
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Tue 6/35:30 amORD - MSY
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Deal found 4/30$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/2810:50 amMSY - MDW
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Mon 6/26:31 pmMDW - MSY
1 stop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/30$217
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/42:30 pmBTR - ORD
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Tue 7/89:45 amORD - BTR
1 stop6h 09mDelta
Deal found 4/29$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/306:40 pmSHV - ORD
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/15:00 amORD - SHV
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$224
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/303:27 pmLFT - ORD
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Mon 6/25:30 amORD - LFT
1 stop5h 12mDelta
Deal found 4/28$233
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/84:48 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
Thu 5/158:30 amMDW - MSY
1 stop6h 48mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$238

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisiana to Chicago that are best for you.

Fly from

Louisiana

Fly to

Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 5/29

11:34 am-2:06 pm

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/4

9:02 pm-5:50 am

1 stop8h 48m

$133

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 5/13

10:49 am-4:41 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/25

3:01 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$169

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/4

6:34 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/7

10:12 am-12:31 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$181

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 6/11

6:30 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sun 6/15

8:25 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$189

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/18

2:16 pm-4:54 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/20

7:55 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$197

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/28

11:18 am-4:30 pm

1 stop5h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

5:30 am-12:54 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$217

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/28

7:46 am-11:53 am

1 stop4h 07m

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/5

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop5h 41m

$217

ShreveportChicago

SHV - ORD

SHVORD

Shreveport

Fri 5/30

6:40 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/1

5:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop6h 26m

$224

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Fri 7/4

2:30 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/8

9:45 am-3:54 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$224

LafayetteChicago

LFT - ORD

LFTORD

Lafayette Regional

Fri 5/30

3:27 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 53m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/2

5:30 am-10:42 am

1 stop5h 12m

$233

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Louisiana to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Louisiana to Chicago as you normally would.

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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from USLA to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

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

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

Temperature in Chicago by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, 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 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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Louisiana to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $85. American Airlines flights start at $90 while deals on Southwest start at $90 one-way.

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

    While some choose either New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago Midway or Lafayette Regional - 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 Republic Airways (100%), Turkish Airlines (89%) or Lufthansa (88%) 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 $742, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $95. When looking at the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $106 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Louisiana to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Louisiana to Chicago

Discover the top 6 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$48Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$59Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$153Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$160Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$189Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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