$70+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MSY
Jan 17 — Jan 241
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to LouisianaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Louisiana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Louisiana. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.
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.
Thu 12/256:12 amMDW - MSY
1 stop14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/315:00 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop5h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/241:45 pmORD - MSY
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Thu 12/257:30 amMSY - ORD
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17![Southwest logo]()
$217
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:50 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:00 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16![United Airlines logo]()
$227
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:00 amMDW - MSY
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Wed 12/316:20 amMSY - MDW
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16![Southwest logo]()
$237
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.
Tue 12/308:00 amORD - MSY
1 stop15h 59mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/87:42 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$246
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/246:15 pmMDW - MSY
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Wed 12/317:45 amMSY - MDW
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17![Southwest logo]()
$247
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.
Wed 12/313:26 pmORD - MSY
1 stop6h 36mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/55:00 pmMSY - ORD
2 stops29h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/16![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$251
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.
Wed 12/313:26 pmORD - MSY
1 stop6h 36mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/55:00 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Thu 12/2510:42 amSTL - MSY
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/305:00 pmMSY - STL
2 stops29h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$257
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.
Thu 12/2512:39 pmORD - MSY
1 stop8h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/315:00 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop5h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$257
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.
Wed 12/316:12 amMDW - MSY
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/14:58 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$258
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.
Wed 12/313:26 pmORD - MSY
1 stop6h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/14:58 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop5h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$269
Find flight deals from Illinois to Louisiana
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Louisiana flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $116 (Cheapflightsfares) |
One-way from | $70 (Expedia) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $378 |
Good round-trip deal | $186 or less |
Good one-way deal | $134 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Louisiana that are best for you.
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Illinois
Fly to
Louisiana
Route
Depart
Return
Price
ChicagoNew Orleans
ORD - MSY
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 1/31
12:44 pm-7:41 pm
1 stop6h 57m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 2/5
7:42 pm-11:22 am
1 stop15h 40m
$145
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW - MSY
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Sat 1/31
3:25 pm-5:45 pm
Nonstop2h 20m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 2/5
2:55 pm-5:15 pm
Nonstop2h 20m
$177
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW - MSY
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Sun 1/25
7:45 am-10:10 am
Nonstop2h 25m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 1/28
4:45 pm-7:05 pm
Nonstop2h 20m
$177
ChicagoNew Orleans
ORD - MSY
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 1/31
12:44 pm-7:41 pm
1 stop6h 57m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 2/5
6:55 pm-8:18 am
2 stops13h 23m
$180
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW - MSY
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Sat 2/7
3:25 pm-5:45 pm
Nonstop2h 20m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 2/10
6:25 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop4h 30m
$187
ChicagoNew Orleans
ORD - MSY
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 2/25
9:35 am-6:45 pm
1 stop9h 10m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 2/28
6:30 am-2:10 pm
1 stop7h 40m
$197
ChicagoNew Orleans
ORD - MSY
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 1/7
3:35 pm-6:08 pm
Nonstop2h 33m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 1/14
10:35 am-1:15 pm
Nonstop2h 40m
$197
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW - MSY
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Fri 2/20
9:50 pm-12:10 am
Nonstop2h 20m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 2/23
6:25 am-8:45 am
Nonstop2h 20m
$197
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW - MSY
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Tue 1/13
11:21 am-5:52 pm
1 stop6h 31m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 1/20
6:30 am-11:59 am
1 stop5h 29m
$207
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW - MSY
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Fri 1/23
12:48 pm-6:04 pm
1 stop5h 16m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 1/24
5:55 pm-10:22 pm
1 stop4h 27m
$207
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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Louisiana
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Louisiana
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Louisiana?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Louisiana (average of $80). Flying from Illinois 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 IL to LA?
Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 18, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to Louisiana in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to Louisiana?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Louisiana. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois 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.
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 December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Illinois to Louisiana. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
7.9
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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Top 6 airlines flying from Illinois to Louisiana
Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 December 18, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$77 | Average$200 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$98 | Average$349 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$119 | Average$129 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$168 | Average$367 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$168 | Average$383 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$169 | Average$399 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |