What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans round-trip from $157. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $174, and Delta, from $217. Users have found that Southwest is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $85 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $97 and Delta from $109 one-way.

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What are the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans?

While on average a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans is generally $267, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $114. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago Midway - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $149 for that flight.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans?

Before booking your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans check out the most popular airlines for this route: Delta, United Airlines or Southwest.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans?

Wednesday flights are found to be more expensive to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to New Orleans.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans?

Find a great deal and save up to 77% by booking at least 21 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $303.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans?

Flights from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $58.

What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Chicago Midway?

Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Chicago Midway. Booking flights from Chicago Midway to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily inbound flights from Chicago Midway from 3 different airlines.

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

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

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Midway to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 14, 2025.

Sat 8/95:15 pmMDW - MSY

Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest

Thu 8/146:30 amMSY - MDW

Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 7/13

$157

Fri 10/176:15 amMDW - MSY

1 stop9h 41mFrontier

Mon 10/204:51 pmMSY - MDW

1 stop6h 34mFrontier

Deal found 7/13

$172

Sat 8/306:00 amMDW - MSY

1 stop5h 32mDelta

Wed 9/36:25 amMSY - MDW

1 stop7h 11mDelta

Deal found 7/14

$217

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Sat 8/95:15 pmMDW - MSY

Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest

Thu 8/146:30 amMSY - MDW

Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 7/13

$157

Fri 9/126:20 amMDW - MSY

1 stop9h 36mFrontier

Mon 9/154:51 pmMSY - MDW

1 stop6h 29mFrontier

Deal found 7/11

$174

Sat 8/3010:31 amMDW - MSY

1 stop7h 22mDelta

Wed 9/39:05 amMSY - MDW

1 stop4h 31mDelta

Deal found 7/12

$217

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Sun 7/208:35 amMDW - MSY

1 stop10h 47mFrontier

Thu 8/144:50 pmMSY - MDW

1 stop6h 27mFrontier

Deal found 7/13

$245

Mon 7/216:47 pmMDW - MSY

1 stop4h 55mDelta

Fri 8/1511:13 amMSY - MDW

1 stop7h 24mDelta

Deal found 7/13

$307

Wed 7/232:25 pmMDW - MSY

Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest

Wed 8/136:40 amMSY - MDW

Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 7/13

$267

Sat 8/95:15 pmMDW - MSY

Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest

Thu 8/146:30 amMSY - MDW

Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 7/13

$157

Thu 8/146:20 amMDW - MSY

1 stop9h 45mFrontier

Sun 8/241:35 pmMSY - MDW

1 stop9h 32mFrontier

Deal found 7/12

$193

Sat 8/306:00 amMDW - MSY

1 stop5h 32mDelta

Wed 9/36:25 amMSY - MDW

1 stop7h 11mDelta

Deal found 7/14

$217

One-way flights from Midway to New Orleans
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Tue 8/199:10 amMDW - MSY

1 stop6h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 7/12

$85

Mon 9/156:20 amMDW - MSY

1 stop9h 36mFrontier

Deal found 7/13

$97

Wed 8/66:00 amMDW - MSY

1 stop5h 26mDelta

Deal found 7/14

$109

Mon 9/812:50 pmMDW - MSY

2 stops11h 04mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/12

$138

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6:30 am-8:45 am

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4:51 pm-11:20 pm

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6:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop5h 32m

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6:25 am-1:36 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$217

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8:55 am-2:45 pm

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$85

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Chicago Midway

Mon 9/15

6:20 am-3:56 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$97

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

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Chicago Midway

Wed 8/6

6:00 am-11:26 am

1 stop5h 26m

$109

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MDW - MSY

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Chicago Midway

Mon 9/8

12:50 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops11h 04m

$138

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MDW

Use the airport’s mobile system to order food directly to your gate, saving time and ensuring you don't miss boarding.

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For quick access to downtown, take the Regional Transit Authority express bus, which takes about 40 minutes from MSY.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans?

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 MDW to MSY?

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons 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 New Orleans

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and Frontier from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,956 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Frontier

5.9

Fair

3,261 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,242 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Chicago Midway?
Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Chicago Midway. Booking flights from Chicago Midway to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily inbound flights from Chicago Midway from 3 different airlines.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans round-trip from $157. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $174, and Delta, from $217. Users have found that Southwest is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $85 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $97 and Delta from $109 one-way.
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans?
While on average a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans is generally $267, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $114. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago Midway - New Orleans Louis Armstrong), you can expect to pay $149 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from Midway to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Midway to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Midway to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Midway to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Midway to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Midway to New Orleans 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 Midway Airport to New Orleans?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago Midway to New Orleans Louis Armstrong are usually found in June or January, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Midway to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on July 11, 2025.

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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and Frontier from Chicago Midway Airport to New Orleans by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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