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$34+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Chicago (CHI)

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MSY — CHI
Oct 29 — Nov 51
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The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Chicago are usually found in September or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 October 24, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$97
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One-way from

$34
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Thu 10/3112:36 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 34mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/47:20 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/24$97
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/133:16 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop8h 57mFrontier
Mon 12/168:15 amMDW - MSY
1 stop8h 56mFrontier
Deal found 10/23$128
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Wed 12/48:35 amMSY - MDW
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Sun 12/810:40 amMDW - MSY
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 10/23$132
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Fri 11/157:00 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/187:55 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$149
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/211:11 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 36mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/249:55 amORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$185
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/219:21 amMSY - ORD
2 stops9h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/257:59 pmORD - MSY
1 stop10h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/711:19 amMSY - MDW
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Mon 12/94:58 pmMDW - MSY
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Deal found 10/24$216
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/106:31 amMSY - ORD
1 stop4h 14mDelta
Mon 1/205:55 pmORD - MSY
1 stop4h 23mDelta
Deal found 10/22$226
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/278:42 pmMSY - RFD
1 stop12h 42mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3110:44 amRFD - MSY
1 stop9h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$484
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1411:14 amMSY - MDW
1 stop6h 52mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/1511:15 amMDW - MSY
3 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$534

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New Orleans Louis ArmstrongChicago O'Hare Intl

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/31

Nonstop2h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/4

Nonstop2h 24m

$97

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongChicago Midway

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/7

1 stop8h 52m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/10

1 stop8h 23m

$118

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongChicago Midway

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 12/4

Nonstop2h 15m

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/8

Nonstop2h 20m

$132

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongChicago O'Hare Intl

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 11/15

Nonstop2h 32m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/18

Nonstop2h 33m

$149

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongChicago O'Hare Intl

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/16

Nonstop2h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

Nonstop2h 42m

$159

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongChicago O'Hare Intl

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/16

1 stop16h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/21

1 stop7h 12m

$187

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongChicago O'Hare Intl

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/13

1 stop9h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/23

1 stop7h 00m

$198

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongChicago Midway

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/21

1 stop4h 02m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/25

1 stop6h 15m

$216

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongChicago O'Hare Intl

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 12/10

1 stop4h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/20

1 stop4h 23m

$226

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongChicago Greater Rockford

MSY - RFD

MSYRFD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/27

1 stop12h 42m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Tue 12/31

1 stop9h 03m

$484

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongChicago Midway

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 11/14

1 stop6h 52m

Chicago Midway

Fri 11/15

3 stops33h 40m

$534

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Deals found on 10/24

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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyNo Information
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Booking.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyNo Information

*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 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.

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Travel insights for flights from New Orleans to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from New Orleans to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Chicago. Price data was last updated on October 18, 2024.

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 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from New Orleans to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 October 24, 2024.

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 46% versus a flight at noon.

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 October 20, 2024.

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

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 October 24, 2024.

The most flights from MSY to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 October 24, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Frontier from New Orleans to Chicago to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
5,150 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very good
5,150 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,150 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
8,875 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,150 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.4
Good
9,275 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,150 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,150 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

6.4
Okay
8,197 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,150 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Chicago?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago. You should not have trouble finding flights to Chicago from Louis Armstrong; the airport handles an average of 27 outbound flights to Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the New Orleans airport to Chicago. It is only a 11.4 mi journey to Louis Armstrong (MSY) from New Orleans’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from New Orleans to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from New Orleans to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $97, but on average you can expect to pay $227.

  • Are there nonstop flights from New Orleans to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 4 direct flights from New Orleans to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from New Orleans to Chicago is less than $183.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from New Orleans to Chicago for under $100?

    There are currently 10+ open flights from New Orleans to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $100.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from New Orleans to Chicago?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from New Orleans to Chicago on average per day?

    On average 20 flights depart from New Orleans to Chicago per day.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 30% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 50% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 20% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Chicago?

    A quick flight from New Orleans to Chicago can take about 2h 15m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $97. Airlines will cover a distance of 843 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 New Orleans to Chicago round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New Orleans to Chicago is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $97 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Southwest, starting at $118 and $132 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 58% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $34. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New Orleans to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New Orleans to Chicago?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Chicago?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New Orleans to Chicago consider choosing Japan Airlines (100%), Envoy Air (100%) or American Airlines (94%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from New Orleans to Chicago? While on average our users pay $877, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $69. The most popular route (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $92.

  • What does MSY to ORD mean?

    MSY stands for New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, while ORD stands for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your New Orleans to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from New Orleans to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter New Orleans to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Chicago?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from New Orleans to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from New Orleans to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on New Orleans to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the New Orleans to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The New Orleans to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/24.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago (average of $232). Flying from New Orleans to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 New Orleans to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans 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 2,462,889 searches. Data last updated October 24, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$45Average$113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$154Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$157Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$179Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$196Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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