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$279+ 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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — LCH
Mar 15 — Mar 221
Sun 3/15
Sun 3/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Lake Charles

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 February 13, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/265:00 am
ORD
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LCH
1 stop6h 39m
American Airlines
Mon 3/26:42 pm
LCH
-
ORD
1 stop4h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/215:35 am
ORD
-
LCH
1 stop6h 12m
American Airlines
Wed 2/256:42 pm
LCH
-
ORD
1 stop4h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/177:30 am
ORD
-
LCH
1 stop5h 33m
United Airlines
Sat 4/182:00 pm
LCH
-
ORD
1 stop5h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Wed 3/253:31 pm
MLI
-
LCH
1 stop7h 26m
American Airlines
Sat 3/286:27 pm
LCH
-
MLI
1 stop4h 26m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/12$377
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/144:49 pm
ORD
-
LCH
1 stop6h 08m
American Airlines
Mon 2/166:42 pm
LCH
-
ORD
1 stop4h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Sat 4/185:48 am
ORD
-
LCH
1 stop7h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 4/222:00 pm
LCH
-
ORD
2 stops17h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/12$444
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/257:09 pm
MLI
-
LCH
2 stops16h 30m
American Airlines
Mon 3/26:42 pm
LCH
-
MLI
2 stops18h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$467
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/126:10 am
ORD
-
LCH
1 stop5h 29m
American Airlines
Sun 3/156:27 pm
LCH
-
ORD
1 stop5h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$484
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/253:52 pm
MLI
-
LCH
2 stops25h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 8/292:15 pm
LCH
-
MLI
2 stops6h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/11$513
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/219:21 pm
ORD
-
LCH
1 stop24h 12m
United Airlines
Mon 5/256:00 pm
LCH
-
ORD
1 stop6h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$538
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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.
Sat 2/287:40 pm
ORD
-
LCH
2 stops25h 56m
United Airlines
Wed 3/44:20 pm
LCH
-
ORD
1 stop6h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/12$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/135:26 am
ORD
-
LCH
1 stop6h 13m
American Airlines
Sun 3/156:27 pm
LCH
-
ORD
1 stop5h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$559

Find flight deals from Illinois to Lake Charles

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Lake Charles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 13, 2026.
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

Thu 2/26

5:00 am-11:39 am

1 stop6h 39m

Lake Charles

Mon 3/2

6:42 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$279

ChicagoLake Charles

ORD - LCH

ORDLCH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

11:45 am-6:06 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Lake Charles

Wed 3/4

6:42 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$279

ChicagoLake Charles

ORD - LCH

ORDLCH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

7:30 am-1:03 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Lake Charles

Sat 4/18

2:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$339

ChicagoLake Charles

ORD - LCH

ORDLCH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/18

2:05 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Lake Charles

Wed 4/22

2:00 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$339

MolineLake Charles

MLI - LCH

MLILCH

Moline Quad-City

Wed 3/25

3:31 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Lake Charles

Sat 3/28

6:27 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$377

MolineLake Charles

MLI - LCH

MLILCH

Moline Quad-City

Wed 2/25

7:09 pm-11:39 am

2 stops16h 30m

Lake Charles

Mon 3/2

6:42 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops18h 39m

$467

MolineLake Charles

MLI - LCH

MLILCH

Moline Quad-City

Fri 2/27

8:04 pm-11:47 am

2 stops15h 43m

Lake Charles

Tue 3/3

6:42 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops18h 39m

$467

ChicagoLake Charles

ORD - LCH

ORDLCH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/21

9:21 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop24h 12m

Lake Charles

Mon 5/25

6:00 pm-12:45 am

1 stop6h 45m

$538

ChicagoLake Charles

ORD - LCH

ORDLCH

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/28

7:40 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops25h 56m

Lake Charles

Wed 3/4

4:20 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$544

MolineLake Charles

MLI - LCH

MLILCH

Moline Quad-City

Wed 3/25

3:25 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops30h 11m

Lake Charles

Sat 3/28

4:15 pm-9:58 am

2 stops17h 43m

$553

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Lake Charles?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Lake Charles (average of $199). Flying from Illinois to Lake Charles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $548). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Lake Charles. 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 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.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Lake Charles?

    Airlines like American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Illinois to Lake Charles in about 5h 33m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 06m. Airlines will cover a distance of 870 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Lake Charles, Moline Quad-City - Lake Charles or Evansville Dress Regional - 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?

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

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Lake Charles (average of $199). Flying from Illinois to Lake Charles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $548). 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 airline flying from Illinois to Lake Charles

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Illinois to Lake Charles. 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 February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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