Cheap flights from New Orleans to Chicago (MSY - CHI)

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From New Orleans to Chicago

Are flight prices decreasing from New Orleans to Chicago due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both New Orleans and Chicago for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Which airlines flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Chicago have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

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 25 outbound flights to Chicago per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 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 $63, but on average you can expect to pay $90.

Are there nonstop flights from New Orleans to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from New Orleans to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from New Orleans to Chicago is less than $89.

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

There are currently 20+ open flights from New Orleans to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $100.

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

Travelers can expect 1 flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Chicago on average per day.
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Is New Orleans weather warmer or cooler than Chicago?

Our data indicates that the weather will be 91 °F on average in the month of July. The temperature in Chicago is typically colder than in New Orleans. If you're traveling when the temperature is at its warmest, push to plan early, as flight price and availability will have an impact on your travels. For the best results, search for flights well in advance or after peak season.

How long is the flight from New Orleans to Chicago?

Airlines like Spirit Airlines fly from New Orleans to Chicago in about 2h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between New Orleans and Chicago is about 831 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Orleans to Chicago round-trip?

Currently priced at $63, Spirit Airlines will fly you from New Orleans to Chicago and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Spirit Airlines is 49% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New Orleans to Chicago are Spirit Airlines ($27), American Airlines ($79), and Delta ($88).