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$70+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Louisiana

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 4/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MSY
Apr 28 — Mei 51
Sel 4/28
Sel 5/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Louisiana
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Louisiana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Maret 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Rab 5/136:00 am
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Sel 5/195:21 pm
MSY
-
MDW
1 stop17h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$146
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sen 4/279:00 am
ORD
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Kam 4/304:45 pm
MSY
-
ORD
1 stop5h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sel 5/56:00 am
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Jum 5/85:21 pm
MSY
-
MDW
1 stop17h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Min 5/39:00 am
ORD
-
MSY
Nonstop2h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Rab 5/65:21 pm
MSY
-
ORD
1 stop14h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sab 5/306:00 am
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Sen 6/15:21 pm
MSY
-
MDW
1 stop17h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sab 5/306:55 am
ORD
-
MSY
1 stop9h 26m
Frontier
Sen 6/15:21 pm
MSY
-
ORD
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sel 5/126:00 am
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Jum 5/155:21 pm
MSY
-
MDW
1 stop17h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sen 4/2011:28 am
ORD
-
MSY
1 stop6h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Rab 4/223:39 pm
MSY
-
ORD
1 stop8h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$150
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sen 4/205:50 am
ORD
-
MSY
1 stop11h 42m
Frontier
Jum 4/249:04 pm
MSY
-
ORD
1 stop18h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Sen 4/276:00 am
MDW
-
MSY
1 stop11h 32m
Frontier
Kam 4/304:45 pm
MSY
-
MDW
1 stop5h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Jum 5/86:55 am
ORD
-
MSY
1 stop9h 26m
Frontier
Sen 5/115:21 pm
MSY
-
ORD
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sab 5/96:55 am
ORD
-
MSY
1 stop9h 26m
Frontier
Sel 5/125:21 pm
MSY
-
ORD
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 3/27$155

Find flight deals from Chicago to Louisiana

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chicago to Louisiana flight deals. Data was last updated Maret 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$146
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$70
(Frontier)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$333

Good round-trip deal

$223 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Louisiana 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 Maret 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Louisiana that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sen 4/27

9:50 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop2h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Kam 4/30

5:10 am-7:30 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$233

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Rab 5/27

2:05 pm-4:49 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sel 6/2

2:21 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$237

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sel 5/5

8:11 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Jum 5/8

7:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$242

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Kam 4/23

7:30 am-1:12 pm

1 stop5h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sab 4/25

7:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$243

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Rab 5/13

8:11 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sab 5/16

5:00 am-10:20 am

1 stop5h 20m

$247

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sab 5/23

9:22 am-4:04 pm

1 stop6h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sel 5/26

11:19 am-6:33 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$250

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Rab 5/27

9:40 am-4:00 pm

2 stops6h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sel 6/2

2:10 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$252

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Rab 5/13

11:10 am-5:25 pm

2 stops6h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sab 5/16

7:15 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$252

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Kam 5/7

3:45 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Min 5/10

6:40 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$257

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Kam 5/7

6:55 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sab 5/9

9:45 am-4:50 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$258

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Louisiana

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Louisiana from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Louisiana

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Louisiana?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Louisiana (average of $72). Flying from Chicago to Louisiana in July is currently the most expensive (average of $161). 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 CHI to LA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Louisiana. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated Maret 29, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Louisiana in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Louisiana?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Louisiana. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Louisiana flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Louisiana

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Louisiana. 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 Maret 29, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to USLA are scheduled on a Saturday (38 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Louisiana?

Reviews of airlines servicing Louisiana

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Louisiana. 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 Louisiana. Reviews last updated Maret 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Chicago to Louisiana by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,509 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,521 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,551 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,010 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Louisiana. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Louisiana?

    A quick flight from Chicago to Louisiana can take about 2h 20m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $233. Airlines will cover a distance of 827 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Louisiana one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $46 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $60 and American Airlines from $79 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chicago to Louisiana?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, Chicago Midway - New Orleans Louis Armstrong or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Baton Rouge Ryan when deciding on the best route from Chicago to Louisiana.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Louisiana?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago to Louisiana consider choosing Frontier (82%), Volaris (82%) or Brussels Airlines (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Louisiana?

    On average you can expect to pay $402 for a flight from Chicago to Louisiana. The cheapest flight overall is $61 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $146.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Louisiana that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Louisiana flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Louisiana?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Louisiana?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Louisiana 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 Chicago to Louisiana?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Louisiana (average of $72). Flying from Chicago to Louisiana in July is currently the most expensive (average of $161). 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 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Louisiana

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Louisiana. 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 Maret 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$67Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$98Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$98Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$154Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$163Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$169Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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