$81+ Cheap flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Illinois
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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated junio 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $144 (Cheapflightsfares) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $81 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $226 |
Good round-trip deal | $211 or less |
Good one-way deal | $138 or less |
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to IllinoisExplore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
New OrleansChicago
MSY - ORD
MSYORD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
mié. 7/9
9:34 pm-7:50 am
1 stop10h 16m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
vie. 7/11
9:10 pm-6:55 am
1 stop9h 45m
New OrleansChicago
MSY - MDW
MSYMDW
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
mar. 10/21
5:55 pm-8:15 pm
Nonstop2h 20m
Chicago Midway
mié. 10/22
12:35 pm-2:50 pm
Nonstop2h 15m
New OrleansSt. Louis
MSY - STL
MSYSTL
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
mié. 7/9
6:15 am-9:52 am
2 stops27h 37m
Lambert-St Louis
mié. 7/16
11:24 am-7:15 pm
1 stop7h 51m
New OrleansChicago
MSY - ORD
MSYORD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
jue. 8/28
6:06 am-8:49 am
Nonstop2h 43m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
lun. 9/1
9:55 am-12:26 pm
Nonstop2h 31m
New OrleansChicago
MSY - ORD
MSYORD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
mar. 7/8
2:16 pm-4:54 pm
Nonstop2h 38m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
jue. 7/10
7:55 pm-10:25 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
New OrleansSt. Louis
MSY - STL
MSYSTL
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
mar. 8/12
8:50 am-10:40 am
Nonstop1h 50m
Lambert-St Louis
jue. 8/14
7:50 pm-9:30 pm
Nonstop1h 40m
New OrleansChicago
MSY - ORD
MSYORD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
vie. 7/25
12:31 pm-6:49 pm
1 stop6h 18m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
vie. 8/1
9:00 am-4:36 pm
1 stop7h 36m
New OrleansChicago
MSY - MDW
MSYMDW
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
sáb. 7/26
5:25 am-9:45 am
1 stop4h 20m
Chicago Midway
mar. 7/29
9:25 am-4:36 pm
1 stop7h 11m
New OrleansChicago
MSY - MDW
MSYMDW
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
lun. 9/8
4:51 pm-11:25 pm
1 stop6h 34m
Chicago Midway
vie. 9/12
8:15 am-8:33 pm
1 stop12h 18m
New OrleansChicago
MSY - RFD
MSYRFD
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
mié. 7/30
12:48 pm-8:31 am
2 stops19h 43m
Chicago Greater Rockford
dom. 8/3
9:21 am-7:05 pm
1 stop9h 44m
Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Illinois
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Illinois from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Illinois
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Illinois?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Illinois (average of $245). Flying from New Orleans to Illinois 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 MSY to IL?
Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.
When flying from New Orleans to Illinois, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Illinois
Explore weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Illinois. 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 junio 12, 2025.
The most flights from MSY to USIL are scheduled on a Thursday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
Rainfall in Illinois by month
Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Illinois 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 Illinois when rainfall is around 1.7 in.
Temperature in Illinois by month
Plan your trip to Illinois by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Illinois, 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 Illinois
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Illinois, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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Comfort
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Overall
Food
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Comfort
Entertainment
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John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Overall
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Entertainment
Crew
Reviews
John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
Overall
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Entertainment
Crew
Reviews
John,May 2025
PVD - BNA
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Top 6 airlines flying from New Orleans to Illinois
Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Illinois. 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 junio 12, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$50 | Average$178 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$59 | Average$93 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$141 | Average$323 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$159 | Average$356 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$189 | Average$289 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$196 | Average$291 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |