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$259+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Lake Charles (LCH)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — LCH
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Thu 8/7
Thu 8/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Lake Charles

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$259
(United Airlines)
From Illinois to Lake Charles
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Lake Charles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Lake Charles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/157:10 amORD - LCH
1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/192:15 pmLCH - ORD
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sat 8/302:55 pmORD - LCH
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/316:23 pmLCH - ORD
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 8/155:46 pmEVV - LCH
1 stop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/1912:13 pmLCH - EVV
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$489
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 8/166:30 amMLI - LCH
2 stops9h 10mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/202:15 pmLCH - MLI
2 stops19h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/1$533

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Lake Charles that are best for you.

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ChicagoLake Charles

ORD - LCH

ORDLCH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/15

7:10 am-1:16 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Lake Charles

Tue 8/19

2:15 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$259

ChicagoLake Charles

ORD - LCH

ORDLCH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/30

2:55 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Lake Charles

Sun 8/31

6:23 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop4h 59m

$328

EvansvilleLake Charles

EVV - LCH

EVVLCH

Evansville Dress Regional

Fri 8/15

5:46 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Lake Charles

Tue 8/19

12:13 pm-5:07 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$489

MolineLake Charles

MLI - LCH

MLILCH

Moline Quad-City

Sat 8/16

6:30 am-3:40 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Lake Charles

Wed 8/20

2:15 pm-10:10 am

2 stops19h 55m

$533

ChicagoLake Charles

ORD - LCH

ORDLCH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/15

12:45 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$322

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Deals found on 7/31

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Reviews of airlines servicing Lake Charles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lake Charles. 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 Lake Charles. Reviews last updated August 2, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Illinois to Lake Charles. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,904 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,904 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,904 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,904 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Lake Charles from Illinois?

    For a flight from Illinois to Lake Charles, you will be flying into Lake Charles. Lake Charles (LCH) is just 6.1 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Lake Charles?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Lake Charles, Evansville Dress Regional - Lake Charles or Moline Quad-City - Lake Charles when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Lake Charles.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Lake Charles that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Lake Charles?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Lake Charles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Lake Charles 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 Illinois to Lake Charles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Lake Charles (average of $317). Flying from Illinois to Lake Charles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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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