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$126+ 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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — CHI
Jun 27 — Jul 41
Sat 6/27
Sat 7/4
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 May 28, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:05 pm
MSY
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ORD
1 stop6h 19m
Frontier
Wed 9/234:49 pm
ORD
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MSY
1 stop23h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/25. 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.
Sat 7/43:44 pm
MSY
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ORD
1 stop7h 35m
Frontier
Wed 7/87:05 am
ORD
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MSY
1 stop9h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 5/25$244
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 7/215:07 pm
MSY
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MDW
1 stop4h 56m
Frontier
Sat 7/256:05 am
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop10h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26$244
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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.
Wed 9/231:00 pm
MSY
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ORD
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Mon 10/126:05 am
ORD
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MSY
1 stop10h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26$245
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/75:07 pm
MSY
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MDW
1 stop4h 56m
Frontier
Thu 7/96:05 am
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop10h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/26$245
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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.
Thu 7/93:44 pm
MSY
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ORD
1 stop7h 26m
Frontier
Tue 7/147:05 am
ORD
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MSY
1 stop9h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 5/28$249
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/33:44 pm
MSY
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ORD
1 stop7h 35m
Frontier
Wed 7/85:13 pm
ORD
-
MSY
1 stop13h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 5/28$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/24. 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 8/45:07 pm
MSY
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MDW
1 stop4h 56m
Frontier
Sun 8/96:05 am
MDW
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MSY
1 stop10h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/24$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/215:35 pm
MSY
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ORD
1 stop7h 10m
United Airlines
Tue 7/2810:25 am
ORD
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MSY
Nonstop2h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/28$251
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/122:14 pm
MSY
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MDW
1 stop6h 18m
Frontier
Wed 7/156:05 am
MDW
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MSY
1 stop10h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 5/27$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/117:42 am
MSY
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ORD
1 stop5h 43m
American Airlines
Sat 7/189:20 pm
ORD
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MSY
Nonstop2h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/27$252
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/211:00 pm
MSY
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ORD
1 stop24h 16m
Frontier
Sat 10/249:20 am
ORD
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MSY
1 stop6h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 5/27$253

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 May 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$240
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$126
(CheapOair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$308

Good round-trip deal

$338 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 28, 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 - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 7/4

12:47 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/8

11:05 am-6:07 pm

1 stop7h 02m

$261

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/3

6:30 am-9:12 am

Nonstop2h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/5

10:25 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$271

AlexandriaChicago

AEX - ORD

AEXORD

Alexandria

Wed 7/22

11:46 am-6:45 pm

1 stop6h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/29

3:22 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$298
Quickest round-trip

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/3

5:40 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sun 7/5

7:15 am-9:30 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$300

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - MDW

BTRMDW

Baton Rouge Ryan

Wed 7/15

4:00 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/11

5:10 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$303

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - MDW

BTRMDW

Baton Rouge Ryan

Tue 7/21

4:00 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sat 7/25

4:22 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$303

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Thu 7/16

7:06 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/21

5:30 am-12:47 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$306

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 7/18

4:07 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/30

6:35 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$306

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Sat 7/18

4:07 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 7/31

8:03 am-3:09 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$306

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/30

10:30 am-1:22 pm

Nonstop2h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/7

8:11 pm-10:46 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$308

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Best time to book a flight from Louisiana to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Louisiana with our price prediction graph.
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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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $89). 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 28, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Louisiana to Chicago is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 50% 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 May 28, 2026.

The most flights from USLA to CHI are scheduled on a Wednesday (46 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 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 35 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 May 23, 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 20m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $300. Louisiana and Chicago are separated by a distance of 827 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    While some choose either New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago Midway or Baton Rouge Ryan - 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 Turkish Airlines (89%), Finnair (80%) or Copa Airlines (79%) 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 $752, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $125. When looking at the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $256 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 June is currently the most expensive (average of $89). 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 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$18Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$129Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$149Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$163Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$173Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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