$113+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) 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 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — CHI
Sep 25 — Oct 21
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to ChicagoExplore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 26, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 26, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/133:17 pm -
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Sat 10/176:30 am -
1 stop27h 12m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$222
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 9/223:17 pm -
1 stop7h 42m
Tue 9/296:20 am -
1 stop10h 02m
Deal found 8/23![Frontier logo]()
$223
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Fri 10/25:26 pm -
1 stop7h 19m
Tue 10/66:20 am -
1 stop10h 02m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$227
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Fri 10/25:17 pm -
1 stop6h 27m
Tue 10/66:25 am -
1 stop9h 57m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$227
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/193:17 pm -
1 stop19h 03m
Wed 9/236:30 am -
1 stop27h 23m
Deal found 8/23![Frontier logo]()
$228
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/155:25 pm -
1 stop7h 01m
Sat 10/176:30 am -
1 stop27h 12m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$233
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/203:17 pm -
1 stop16h 14m
Thu 10/2210:26 am -
1 stop6h 56m
Deal found 8/22![Frontier logo]()
$234
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/133:17 pm -
1 stop16h 14m
Wed 10/216:00 am -
1 stop10h 10m
Deal found 8/22![Frontier logo]()
$235
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/289:00 pm -
1 stop8h 38m
Tue 9/293:50 pm -
1 stop22h 31m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$236
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/133:17 pm -
1 stop16h 14m
Thu 10/156:30 am -
1 stop27h 12m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/245:17 pm -
1 stop6h 27m
Tue 9/296:25 am -
1 stop9h 57m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/285:08 pm -
2 stops18h 15m
Mon 11/210:26 am -
1 stop5h 47m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$239
Best flights from New Orleans to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from New Orleans to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 26, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Orleans to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 26, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Wed 9/2310:31 am -
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Fri 9/258:12 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Deal found 8/23![United Airlines logo]()
$266
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Tue 10/137:15 am -
Nonstop2h 20m
Fri 10/1610:15 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 8/23![Southwest logo]()
$266
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/53:30 pm -
1 stop5h 25m
Sun 9/68:05 am -
1 stop6h 18m
Deal found 8/21![Delta logo]()
$271
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/35:08 pm -
2 stops39h 32m
Wed 11/113:34 pm -
1 stop22h 05m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 10/137:00 am -
Nonstop2h 43m
Fri 10/168:12 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Deal found 8/23![United Airlines logo]()
$266
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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.
Thu 9/247:50 am -
Nonstop2h 15m
Mon 9/287:15 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/22![Southwest logo]()
$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/287:00 am -
2 stops25h 50m
Mon 11/210:44 am -
1 stop27h 36m
Deal found 8/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$288
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/97:00 am -
Nonstop2h 42m
Sat 9/129:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Deal found 8/25![United Airlines logo]()
$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/206:22 pm -
1 stop5h 32m
Wed 11/256:15 pm -
1 stop5h 44m
Deal found 8/25![Delta logo]()
$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/105:00 am -
Nonstop2h 20m
Sat 10/102:20 pm -
2 stops6h 35m
Deal found 8/24![Southwest logo]()
$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 10/92:21 pm -
Nonstop2h 44m
Sun 10/118:12 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Deal found 8/22![United Airlines logo]()
$281
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/252:30 pm -
1 stop5h 00m
Mon 9/287:15 am -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/24![Southwest logo]()
$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 9/107:30 am -
2 stops25h 22m
Sun 9/139:29 pm -
1 stop22h 35m
Deal found 8/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 10/92:21 pm -
Nonstop2h 44m
Mon 10/128:12 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Deal found 8/22![United Airlines logo]()
$281
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Thu 10/17:05 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Mon 10/510:15 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 8/21![Southwest logo]()
$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/77:00 am -
2 stops25h 50m
Sun 10/119:33 pm -
1 stop23h 49m
Deal found 8/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$335
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/25:50 pm -
Nonstop2h 20m
Sun 10/49:30 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 8/25![Southwest logo]()
$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Mon 9/142:15 pm -
1 stop7h 17m
Tue 9/157:45 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Deal found 8/21![United Airlines logo]()
$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/228:20 am -
1 stop4h 55m
Wed 9/238:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 8/25![Southwest logo]()
$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Mon 9/142:30 pm -
1 stop5h 00m
Tue 9/158:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 8/21![Southwest logo]()
$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/410:24 am -
Nonstop2h 40m
Sun 9/69:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Deal found 8/21![United Airlines logo]()
$346
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 10/148:30 pm -
1 stop23h 43m
Thu 10/228:20 pm -
1 stop25h 02m
Deal found 8/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/183:50 pm -
Nonstop2h 20m
Mon 9/217:40 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 8/24![Southwest logo]()
$310
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 10/137:00 am -
Nonstop2h 43m
Thu 10/152:00 pm -
Nonstop2h 44m
Deal found 8/22![United Airlines logo]()
$346
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Sat 10/37:00 am -
1 stop5h 25m
Sat 10/35:53 pm -
1 stop5h 06m
Deal found 8/23![United Airlines logo]()
$346
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 10/148:30 pm -
1 stop23h 43m
Sun 10/189:33 pm -
2 stops18h 37m
Deal found 8/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$475
Last-minute flights from New Orleans to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from New Orleans to Chicago. Data last updated August 26, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from New Orleans to Chicago. Data last updated August 26, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Thu 9/175:17 pm -
1 stop6h 27m
Tue 9/226:25 am -
1 stop9h 57m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$222
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/175:26 pm -
1 stop7h 19m
Tue 9/226:20 am -
1 stop10h 02m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$244
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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.
Fri 9/185:17 pm -
1 stop6h 27m
Mon 9/216:25 am -
1 stop9h 57m
Deal found 8/22![Frontier logo]()
$243
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/193:17 pm -
1 stop19h 03m
Wed 9/236:30 am -
1 stop27h 23m
Deal found 8/23![Frontier logo]()
$228
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2110:48 am -
1 stop13h 35m
Thu 9/243:50 pm -
1 stop27h 17m
Deal found 8/24![Frontier logo]()
$243
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 9/223:17 pm -
1 stop7h 42m
Tue 9/296:20 am -
1 stop10h 02m
Deal found 8/23![Frontier logo]()
$223
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/245:17 pm -
1 stop6h 27m
Tue 9/296:25 am -
1 stop9h 57m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$238
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/248:03 pm -
1 stop14h 17m
Sun 9/278:55 pm -
1 stop23h 09m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$242
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Fri 9/255:26 pm -
1 stop7h 19m
Tue 9/296:20 am -
1 stop10h 02m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$227
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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.
Mon 9/285:17 pm -
1 stop6h 27m
Tue 9/296:25 am -
1 stop9h 57m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$227
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/289:00 pm -
1 stop8h 38m
Tue 9/293:50 pm -
1 stop22h 31m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$236
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
Mon 9/285:17 pm -
1 stop6h 27m
Mon 10/56:25 am -
1 stop9h 57m
Deal found 8/23![Frontier logo]()
$242
One-way flights from New Orleans to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 26, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 26, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 10/133:17 pm -
1 stop16h 14m
Deal found 8/22![Frontier logo]()
$113
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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 9/225:17 pm -
2 stops42h 23m
Deal found 8/23![Frontier logo]()
$115
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/145:08 pm -
1 stop6h 39m
Deal found 8/22![Frontier logo]()
$115
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/295:17 pm -
2 stops22h 03m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/75:17 pm -
2 stops18h 04m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$119
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/153:17 pm -
1 stop7h 42m
Deal found 8/22![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/22. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/115:17 pm -
1 stop6h 27m
Deal found 8/22![Frontier logo]()
$120
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/25. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/259:00 pm -
1 stop8h 38m
Deal found 8/25![Frontier logo]()
$121
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Sun 10/256:18 pm -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$121
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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.
Mon 9/145:17 pm -
1 stop6h 27m
Deal found 8/24![Frontier logo]()
$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/35:08 pm -
2 stops39h 32m
Deal found 8/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/23. 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.
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2 stops25h 10m
Deal found 8/23![Frontier logo]()
$124
Find flight deals from New Orleans to Chicago
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) 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 August 26, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $221 (FlightHub) |
One-way from | $113 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $299 |
Good round-trip deal | $244 or less |
Good one-way deal | $176 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Chicago that are best for you.
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Cheapest round-trip
New OrleansChicago
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
MSYORD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 9/23
10:31 am-1:15 pm
Nonstop2h 44m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 9/25
8:12 pm-10:45 pm
Nonstop2h 33m
$266
New OrleansChicago
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - MDW Chicago Midway
MSYMDW
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 10/13
7:15 am-9:35 am
Nonstop2h 20m
Chicago Midway
Fri 10/16
10:15 pm-12:30 am
Nonstop2h 15m
$266
New OrleansChicago
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
MSYORD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 10/13
7:00 am-9:43 am
Nonstop2h 43m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 10/16
8:12 pm-10:45 pm
Nonstop2h 33m
$266
New OrleansChicago
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
MSYORD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 9/5
3:30 pm-8:55 pm
1 stop5h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 9/6
8:05 am-2:23 pm
1 stop6h 18m
$271
New OrleansChicago
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
MSYORD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 9/9
7:00 am-9:42 am
Nonstop2h 42m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 9/12
9:20 pm-11:53 pm
Nonstop2h 33m
$271
New OrleansChicago
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
MSYRFD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 11/3
5:08 pm-8:40 am
2 stops39h 32m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Wed 11/11
3:34 pm-1:39 pm
1 stop22h 05m
$272
Quickest round-trip
New OrleansChicago
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - MDW Chicago Midway
MSYMDW
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 9/24
7:50 am-10:05 am
Nonstop2h 15m
Chicago Midway
Mon 9/28
7:15 am-9:25 am
Nonstop2h 10m
$281
New OrleansChicago
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
MSYORD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 10/9
2:21 pm-5:05 pm
Nonstop2h 44m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 10/11
8:12 pm-10:45 pm
Nonstop2h 33m
$281
New OrleansChicago
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
MSYORD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 10/9
2:21 pm-5:05 pm
Nonstop2h 44m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 10/12
8:12 pm-10:45 pm
Nonstop2h 33m
$281
New OrleansChicago
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
MSYRFD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 10/28
7:00 am-8:50 am
2 stops25h 50m
Chicago Greater Rockford
Mon 11/2
10:44 am-2:20 pm
1 stop27h 36m
$288
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Compare providers for flights from New Orleans to Chicago
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 New Orleans to Chicago in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Chicago 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 flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 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 New Orleans to Chicago
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Chicago
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago (average of $203). Flying from New Orleans to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 CHI?
Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 August 26, 2026.
When flying from New Orleans to Chicago, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 37% versus a flight at noon.
Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Chicago
Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans 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 August 26, 2026.
The most flights from MSY to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Chicago?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New Orleans to Chicago flights typically cost between $229 and $352 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $221 on Frontier (Nov 3-Nov 11).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from New Orleans to Chicago?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from New Orleans to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Orlando (MCO) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 60% of 1-stop itineraries from New Orleans to Chicago on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New Orleans to Chicago?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from New Orleans to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Dallas (DFW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $202.
What’s the fastest layover option from New Orleans to Chicago?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from New Orleans to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 01m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New Orleans to Chicago?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from New Orleans to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Orlando (MCO) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 00m.
How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago?
The price you pay for your flight from New Orleans to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 36 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Chicago?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Chicago. Price data was last updated on August 22, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New Orleans 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.
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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 August 26, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from New Orleans 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.
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodReza,Jun 2026
TPA - MDW
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$88 | Average$268 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$168 | Average$353 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$169 | Average$355 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$188 | Average$213 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$189 | Average$393 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |