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$73+ 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — ORD
ene. 15 — ene. 221
jue. 1/15
jue. 1/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Illinois
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 diciembre 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
mié. 12/247:00 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mUnited Airlines
jue. 1/17:50 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
mié. 12/246:20 amMSY - MDW
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
jue. 1/18:20 pmMDW - MSY
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/15$157
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
lun. 12/291:59 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop19h 03mMultiple Airlines
dom. 1/118:36 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$162
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
mar. 12/235:05 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop5h 19mFrontier
jue. 1/16:00 amORD - MSY
1 stop10h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$163
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
mar. 12/235:05 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop5h 07mFrontier
jue. 1/16:12 amMDW - MSY
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$163
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
mar. 12/305:05 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop5h 19mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/63:26 pmORD - MSY
1 stop8h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$168
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
mié. 12/246:15 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 39mAmerican Airlines
jue. 1/17:24 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$175
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
lun. 12/291:59 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop19h 03mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/63:26 pmORD - MSY
1 stop8h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
mié. 12/316:40 amMSY - ORD
1 stop11h 59mSpirit Airlines
mar. 1/63:26 pmORD - MSY
1 stop8h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16$178
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
mar. 12/235:05 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop5h 07mFrontier
jue. 12/256:12 amMDW - MSY
1 stop10h 15mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$187
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
jue. 12/253:39 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop8h 33mFrontier
dom. 1/46:00 amORD - MSY
1 stop10h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$188
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
mié. 12/243:41 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop6h 41mDelta
jue. 1/13:29 pmMDW - MSY
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Deal found 12/15$197

Find flight deals from New Orleans to Illinois

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Orleans to Illinois flight deals. Data was last updated diciembre 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$114
(Expedia)

One-way from

$73
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$296

Good round-trip deal

$296 or less

Good one-way deal

$177 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Illinois that are best for you.

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New OrleansSt. Louis

MSY - STL

MSYSTL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 1/8

8:36 pm-7:50 am

1 stop11h 14m

Lambert-St Louis

lun. 1/12

5:11 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$140

New OrleansSt. Louis

MSY - STL

MSYSTL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 1/16

12:52 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 1/20

5:42 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop25h 59m

$143

New OrleansSt. Louis

MSY - STL

MSYSTL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 1/15

8:36 pm-7:54 am

1 stop11h 18m

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 1/20

5:42 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop25h 59m

$143

New OrleansSt. Louis

MSY - STL

MSYSTL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 1/15

8:36 pm-7:54 am

1 stop11h 18m

Lambert-St Louis

lun. 1/19

8:32 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops24h 57m

$153

New OrleansSt. Louis

MSY - STL

MSYSTL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 1/14

7:00 am-10:34 pm

1 stop15h 34m

Lambert-St Louis

lun. 1/19

5:11 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$155

New OrleansSt. Louis

MSY - STL

MSYSTL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

mié. 1/14

7:00 am-10:34 pm

1 stop15h 34m

Lambert-St Louis

mar. 1/20

5:42 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop25h 59m

$155

New OrleansSt. Louis

MSY - STL

MSYSTL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

vie. 1/16

12:52 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Lambert-St Louis

dom. 1/18

5:11 pm-11:57 am

1 stop18h 46m

$160

New OrleansSt. Louis

MSY - STL

MSYSTL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 1/15

8:36 pm-7:54 am

1 stop11h 18m

Lambert-St Louis

dom. 1/18

5:11 pm-11:57 am

1 stop18h 46m

$160

New OrleansSt. Louis

MSY - STL

MSYSTL

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 1/15

8:36 pm-7:54 am

1 stop11h 18m

Lambert-St Louis

dom. 1/25

5:42 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops27h 47m

$169

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

jue. 2/26

6:46 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop23h 52m

Chicago Midway

dom. 3/1

7:30 am-7:06 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$183

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Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Illinois

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Illinois (average of $57). Flying from New Orleans to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $174). 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 diciembre 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from New Orleans to Illinois in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 61% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Orleans to Illinois?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Illinois. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 diciembre 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New Orleans to Illinois, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,186 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from New Orleans to Illinois. It is only a 11.4 mi journey to Louis Armstrong (MSY) from New Orleans’s city center.

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

    Departing from New Orleans to Illinois will take you 2h 20m. The distance between New Orleans and Illinois is about 827 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $45. Frontier flights start at $56 while deals on American Airlines start at $72 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from New Orleans to Illinois is New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl. You may also consider New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago Midway or New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Lambert-St Louis.

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

    Consider Iberia (89%), Turkish Airlines (87%) or Envoy Air (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to Illinois.

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

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Illinois is $84. On average you can expect to pay $996. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $72.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Illinois 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 New Orleans to Illinois?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Illinois (average of $57). Flying from New Orleans to Illinois in January is currently the most expensive (average of $174). 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 4 airlines flying from New Orleans to Illinois

Discover the top 4 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 diciembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$162Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$172Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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