How often are flights from Chicago to New Orleans delayed?

About 17% of weekly flights between Chicago and New Orleans have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to New Orleans flights?

Over the last year, Spirit Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to New Orleans flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?

A quick flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans can take about 2h 39m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $272. Airlines will cover a distance of 838 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans round-trip from $66. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $98, and Delta, from $98. Spirit Airlines is 77% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans one-way?

$38 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $79 and $89, respectively.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans

The most flights from ORD to MSY are scheduled on a Friday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?

On average you can expect to pay $507 for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $69 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $70.

What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans on time: Sun Country Air (100%), Envoy Air (88%), Air Canada (82%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines are the most popular airlines when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans.

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Chicago O'Hare Intl?

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 O'Hare Intl. Booking flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 29 daily inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl from 6 different airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans.

Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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.

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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

Wed 12/317:50 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/17:00 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 40mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$227

Wed 12/316:05 amORD - MSY

1 stop14h 57mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/149:17 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$250

Wed 12/3111:23 amORD - MSY

2 stops23h 04mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/55:00 pmMSY - ORD

1 stop19h 54mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$323

Sat 12/273:26 pmORD - MSY

1 stop8h 33mSpirit Airlines

Thu 1/299:17 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$386

Best flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans
Discover carefully curated flight deals from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

Mon 1/2610:35 amORD - MSY

1 stop5h 34mDelta

Wed 1/2811:14 amMSY - ORD

1 stop7h 14mDelta

Deal found 12/25

$207

Wed 1/286:05 amORD - MSY

1 stop6h 55mSouthwest

Sat 1/315:15 amMSY - ORD

1 stop5h 55mSouthwest

Deal found 12/25

$217

Sun 1/1112:44 pmORD - MSY

1 stop6h 57mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/146:05 amMSY - ORD

2 stops10h 47mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$219

Wed 12/317:50 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines

Thu 1/111:56 amMSY - ORD

1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/24

$272

Mon 2/21:45 pmORD - MSY

2 stops7h 25mSouthwest

Sat 2/76:10 amMSY - ORD

2 stops6h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 12/26

$277

Tue 3/177:10 amORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 30mUnited Airlines

Sun 3/227:00 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$308

Sat 1/243:45 pmORD - MSY

1 stop5h 40mSouthwest

Sun 1/255:45 amMSY - ORD

2 stops7h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 12/27

$302

Sat 1/2410:35 amORD - MSY

1 stop5h 34mDelta

Thu 1/2911:31 amMSY - ORD

1 stop5h 07mDelta

Deal found 12/26

$337

Sat 1/173:53 pmORD - MSY

1 stop5h 58mUnited Airlines

Sun 1/185:00 amMSY - ORD

1 stop6h 04mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$317

Thu 3/197:45 pmORD - MSY

1 stop12h 00mSouthwest

Sat 3/212:40 pmMSY - ORD

1 stop9h 15mSouthwest

Deal found 12/24

$318

Thu 2/265:15 pmORD - MSY

2 stops7h 05mSouthwest

Sun 3/15:20 amMSY - ORD

2 stops7h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 12/25

$337

Fri 2/275:15 pmORD - MSY

2 stops7h 05mSouthwest

Sun 3/15:20 amMSY - ORD

2 stops7h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 12/25

$337

Last-minute flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans
Discover last-minute flight deals from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans. Data last updated December 28, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Thu 1/88:36 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines

Sun 1/119:17 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$119

Sun 1/118:36 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines

Sat 1/179:17 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$110

Sun 1/118:36 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines

Fri 1/169:17 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$120

Tue 1/1312:42 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 27mSpirit Airlines

Sat 1/177:00 amMSY - ORD

1 stop12h 41mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$118

Thu 1/158:36 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines

Sat 1/179:17 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$109

Sat 1/178:36 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines

Tue 1/207:42 pmMSY - ORD

1 stop15h 40mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$114

Sat 1/1710:07 amORD - MSY

1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines

Thu 1/299:17 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$115

Wed 1/2112:42 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 27mSpirit Airlines

Wed 1/287:42 pmMSY - ORD

1 stop15h 40mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$116

Thu 1/2210:07 amORD - MSY

1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines

Sun 1/259:17 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$113

Fri 1/238:43 pmORD - MSY

1 stop11h 38mSpirit Airlines

Tue 1/279:17 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$112

Fri 1/238:43 pmORD - MSY

1 stop11h 38mSpirit Airlines

Sat 1/319:17 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$117

Sat 1/248:36 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines

Sun 1/259:17 amMSY - ORD

Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$108

One-way flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans
Search for one-way flight options from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

Sat 1/2412:00 pmORD - MSY

1 stop9h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$68

Thu 1/158:36 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$69

Tue 1/2710:48 amORD - MSY

1 stop8h 53mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$70

Fri 1/238:43 pmORD - MSY

1 stop11h 38mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/27

$72

Thu 1/228:36 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$74

Sat 2/2112:06 pmORD - MSY

1 stop8h 43mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$75

Fri 1/168:43 pmORD - MSY

1 stop11h 38mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$77

Thu 1/17:50 pmORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 12/25

$79

Thu 2/199:00 amORD - MSY

Nonstop2h 33mFrontier

Deal found 12/25

$80

Sat 2/144:42 pmORD - MSY

1 stop5h 10mFrontier

Deal found 12/26

$81

Mon 1/198:43 pmORD - MSY

1 stop11h 38mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 12/26

$84

Find flight deals from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans

Most accurate provider	CheapOair 3 stars
Most trusted provider	CheapOair 3 stars
Round-trip from	$108 (Cheapflightsfares)
One-way from	$68 (Kiwi.com)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	September
Average price	$397
Good round-trip deal	$176 or less
Good one-way deal	$141 or less

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ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/26

10:35 am-4:09 pm

1 stop5h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/28

11:14 am-6:28 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$207

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

6:05 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 55m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/31

5:15 am-11:10 am

1 stop5h 55m

$217

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/11

12:44 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop6h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 1/14

6:05 am-4:52 pm

2 stops10h 47m

$219

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

7:50 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/1

11:56 am-7:55 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$272

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

1:45 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops7h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/7

6:10 am-1:00 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$277

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

3:45 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 40m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/25

5:45 am-1:00 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$302

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/17

7:10 am-9:40 am

Nonstop2h 30m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 3/22

7:00 am-9:39 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$308

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

3:53 pm-9:51 pm

1 stop5h 58m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 1/18

5:00 am-11:04 am

1 stop6h 04m

$317

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 3/19

7:45 pm-7:45 am

1 stop12h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 3/21

2:40 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$318

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

10:35 am-4:09 pm

1 stop5h 34m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/29

11:31 am-4:38 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$337

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans in December.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOair	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicket	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star
Cheapfaremart	Price Accuracy-	Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Booking 15 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans (average of $80). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans 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 ORD to MSY?

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 29% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans trip

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort.

Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print boarding pass beforehand.

United Airlines

Basic Economy restricts carry-ons; only personal items allowed unless exceptions apply.

Economy Plus offers extra legroom seats at the front of the economy cabin.

Airports

ORD

For a quick departure from ORD, consider using the "L" train to avoid Chicago traffic delays.

MSY

At MSY, taxis offer a flat rate to downtown, often cheaper and faster than rideshares.

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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans, such as Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

United Airlines

7.4

Good

9,113 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,072 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,212 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Frontier

5.8

Fair

3,065 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,256 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Chicago O'Hare Intl?
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 O'Hare Intl. Booking flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 29 daily inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl from 6 different airlines.
How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?
A quick flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans can take about 2h 39m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $272. Airlines will cover a distance of 838 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans round-trip from $66. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $98, and Delta, from $98. Spirit Airlines is 77% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans one-way?
$38 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $79 and $89, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans on time: Sun Country Air (100%), Envoy Air (88%), Air Canada (82%).
What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?
On average you can expect to pay $507 for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $69 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $70.
Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans.
Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to New Orleans?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans (average of $80). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans 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 O'Hare Intl to New Orleans

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$77	Average$197	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Delta	Cheapest$98	Average$236	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Frontier	Cheapest$119	Average$131	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$168	Average$426	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$168	Average$378	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$169	Average$327	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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