$61+ Cheap flights from Illinois to New Orleans (MSY)
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 9/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MSY
Sep 6 — Sep 131
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to New OrleansExplore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 7, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Mon 10/1210:35 am -
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Wed 10/145:02 pm -
1 stop16h 38m
Deal found 8/6![Frontier logo]()
$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Mon 11/910:35 am -
1 stop5h 28m
Fri 11/134:58 pm -
1 stop16h 42m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 11/410:35 am -
1 stop5h 28m
Tue 11/104:58 pm -
1 stop16h 42m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 11/310:35 am -
1 stop5h 28m
Tue 11/104:58 pm -
1 stop16h 42m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Sun 10/2510:35 am -
1 stop5h 32m
Wed 10/284:58 pm -
1 stop16h 42m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Mon 11/210:35 am -
1 stop5h 28m
Wed 11/44:58 pm -
1 stop16h 42m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/92:29 pm -
1 stop25h 53m
Tue 9/155:17 pm -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 10/1210:35 am -
1 stop5h 32m
Tue 10/135:02 pm -
1 stop16h 38m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sun 8/306:17 pm -
1 stop23h 45m
Sat 9/57:11 pm -
1 stop22h 11m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 9/182:29 pm -
1 stop25h 53m
Tue 9/225:17 pm -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/6![Frontier logo]()
$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sat 10/3110:35 am -
1 stop5h 28m
Tue 11/104:58 pm -
1 stop16h 42m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$167
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/39:20 am -
1 stop7h 36m
Mon 9/76:17 pm -
1 stop28h 51m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$208
Best flights from Illinois to New OrleansDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Illinois to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Illinois to New Orleans that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Mon 9/77:00 am -
Nonstop2h 22m
Fri 9/112:05 pm -
Nonstop2h 44m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$221
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sat 9/59:50 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Sun 9/610:30 am -
1 stop5h 25m
Deal found 8/3![Southwest logo]()
$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/265:16 pm -
1 stop6h 21m
Wed 9/305:15 am -
1 stop4h 58m
Deal found 8/3![Delta logo]()
$271
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/17:00 am -
1 stop7h 59m
Sat 9/57:44 am -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 8/3![JetBlue logo]()
$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sat 9/264:42 pm -
2 stops30h 55m
Sat 10/38:03 pm -
1 stop11h 33m
Deal found 8/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/187:16 am -
1 stop7h 39m
Tue 9/229:00 am -
1 stop5h 11m
Deal found 8/6![American Airlines logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 10/110:15 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Mon 10/56:45 am -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 10/108:12 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Tue 10/137:00 am -
Nonstop2h 43m
Deal found 8/5![United Airlines logo]()
$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 8/298:08 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Mon 8/317:00 am -
Nonstop2h 42m
Deal found 8/6![United Airlines logo]()
$235
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 10/218:35 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Tue 10/275:55 pm -
1 stop4h 20m
Deal found 8/4![Southwest logo]()
$241
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Fri 9/115:30 pm -
1 stop4h 35m
Mon 9/142:30 pm -
1 stop5h 00m
Deal found 8/5![Southwest logo]()
$241
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:00 am -
1 stop5h 42m
Tue 9/110:59 am -
1 stop5h 26m
Deal found 8/2![Delta logo]()
$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Sun 10/48:12 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Sat 10/1011:46 am -
1 stop6h 55m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 10/148:35 pm -
Nonstop2h 15m
Mon 10/195:30 pm -
1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 8/5![Southwest logo]()
$245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/2412:13 pm -
1 stop4h 44m
Wed 10/286:02 pm -
1 stop4h 34m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Sun 10/255:30 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Wed 10/282:25 pm -
Nonstop2h 40m
Deal found 8/4![United Airlines logo]()
$268
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 10/152:25 pm -
1 stop5h 15m
Mon 10/197:05 pm -
1 stop5h 20m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$255
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/184:32 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Tue 9/226:20 am -
1 stop4h 58m
Deal found 8/6![Delta logo]()
$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sun 9/277:05 am -
Nonstop2h 30m
Wed 9/305:15 am -
1 stop5h 01m
Deal found 8/6![United Airlines logo]()
$278
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/254:32 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Tue 9/293:29 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 8/4![Delta logo]()
$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Tue 9/87:40 am -
1 stop6h 25m
Sun 9/136:15 am -
Nonstop2h 15m
Deal found 8/4![Southwest logo]()
$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 11/38:15 am -
2 stops7h 53m
Sat 11/79:05 am -
2 stops8h 28m
Deal found 8/5![United Airlines logo]()
$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 8/286:00 am -
1 stop4h 25m
Mon 8/316:01 pm -
1 stop5h 26m
Deal found 8/6![American Airlines logo]()
$457
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/284:24 pm -
1 stop5h 54m
Wed 9/27:26 am -
1 stop4h 01m
Deal found 8/6![Delta logo]()
$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Tue 10/66:25 am -
1 stop5h 35m
Sun 10/115:00 am -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 8/4![Southwest logo]()
$268
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/164:32 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Sat 9/195:15 am -
1 stop6h 03m
Deal found 8/6![Delta logo]()
$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/196:00 am -
1 stop4h 56m
Sat 9/263:46 pm -
2 stops8h 21m
Deal found 8/3![American Airlines logo]()
$476
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 8/268:14 am -
2 stops7h 59m
Tue 9/110:24 am -
1 stop7h 21m
Deal found 8/2![United Airlines logo]()
$300
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/196:00 am -
2 stops11h 43m
Tue 9/2212:22 pm -
2 stops11h 45m
Deal found 8/7![American Airlines logo]()
$481
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Tue 9/13:45 pm -
1 stop6h 45m
Tue 9/86:10 pm -
Nonstop1h 50m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$299
Last-minute flights from Illinois to New OrleansDiscover last-minute flight deals from Illinois to New Orleans. Data last updated August 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Illinois to New Orleans. Data last updated August 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sun 8/236:17 pm -
1 stop23h 45m
Wed 8/267:11 pm -
1 stop22h 11m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$174
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 8/277:05 am -
1 stop10h 57m
Mon 8/314:55 pm -
1 stop6h 49m
Deal found 8/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sun 8/306:17 pm -
1 stop23h 45m
Sat 9/57:11 pm -
1 stop22h 11m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/16:45 pm -
2 stops23h 17m
Tue 9/87:11 pm -
1 stop17h 59m
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$208
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/39:20 am -
1 stop7h 36m
Mon 9/76:17 pm -
1 stop28h 51m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/92:29 pm -
1 stop25h 53m
Tue 9/155:17 pm -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$160
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/1010:20 am -
1 stop5h 26m
Sun 9/135:17 pm -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/1010:26 am -
1 stop5h 56m
Tue 9/155:17 pm -
2 stops22h 03m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 9/142:29 pm -
1 stop25h 53m
Mon 9/215:26 pm -
2 stops43h 44m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Mon 9/142:29 pm -
2 stops23h 52m
Thu 9/175:17 pm -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Fri 9/182:29 pm -
1 stop25h 53m
Tue 9/225:17 pm -
1 stop19h 53m
Deal found 8/6![Frontier logo]()
$166
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/183:50 pm -
1 stop22h 31m
Fri 9/259:00 pm -
1 stop8h 38m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$211
One-way flights from Illinois to New OrleansSearch for one-way flight options from Illinois to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Illinois to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/212:29 pm -
1 stop25h 53m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$61
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Mon 10/52:29 pm -
1 stop25h 53m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$62
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Mon 9/76:17 pm -
1 stop23h 45m
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$77
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 11/310:35 am -
1 stop5h 28m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Fri 9/46:17 pm -
1 stop23h 45m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$83
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/92:29 pm -
1 stop25h 53m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$86
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Sun 11/110:35 am -
1 stop5h 28m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$88
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/410:35 am -
1 stop5h 28m
Deal found 8/6![Frontier logo]()
$90
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sun 9/65:27 pm -
1 stop23h 29m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$93
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Mon 8/316:17 pm -
1 stop23h 45m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$94
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sun 9/62:55 pm -
Nonstop2h 10m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$104
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sun 9/69:20 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$104
Find flight deals from Illinois to New Orleans
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to New Orleans flight deals. Data was last updated August 7, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $144 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $61 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $299 |
Good round-trip deal | $265 or less |
Good one-way deal | $168 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to New Orleans 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 August 7, 2026.
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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 9/7
7:00 am-9:22 am
Nonstop2h 22m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Fri 9/11
2:05 pm-4:49 pm
Nonstop2h 44m
$221
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW Chicago Midway - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Sat 9/5
9:50 am-3:40 pm
1 stop5h 50m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sun 9/6
10:30 am-3:55 pm
1 stop5h 25m
$227
Quickest round-trip
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW Chicago Midway - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Thu 10/1
10:15 pm-12:30 am
Nonstop2h 15m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 10/5
6:45 am-9:05 am
Nonstop2h 20m
$235
ChicagoNew Orleans
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 10/10
8:12 pm-10:45 pm
Nonstop2h 33m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 10/13
7:00 am-9:43 am
Nonstop2h 43m
$235
ChicagoNew Orleans
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 8/29
8:08 pm-10:41 pm
Nonstop2h 33m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 8/31
7:00 am-9:42 am
Nonstop2h 42m
$235
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW Chicago Midway - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Wed 10/21
8:35 pm-10:50 pm
Nonstop2h 15m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Tue 10/27
5:55 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop4h 20m
$241
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW Chicago Midway - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Fri 9/11
5:30 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop4h 35m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 9/14
2:30 pm-7:30 pm
1 stop5h 00m
$241
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW Chicago Midway - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Wed 10/14
8:35 pm-10:50 pm
Nonstop2h 15m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 10/19
5:30 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop3h 55m
$245
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW Chicago Midway - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Thu 10/15
2:25 pm-7:40 pm
1 stop5h 15m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 10/19
7:05 pm-12:25 am
1 stop5h 20m
$255
ChicagoNew Orleans
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 10/4
8:12 pm-10:45 pm
Nonstop2h 33m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 10/10
11:46 am-6:41 pm
1 stop6h 55m
$264
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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans (average of $260). Flying from Illinois to New Orleans in July is currently the most expensive (average of $400). 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 MSY?
Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to New Orleans in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
Weekly flight availability from Illinois to New Orleans
Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to New Orleans. 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 August 7, 2026.
The most flights from USIL to MSY are scheduled on a Thursday (36 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to New Orleans?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Illinois to New Orleans flights typically cost between $228 and $414 in September.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $208 on Frontier (Sep 3-Sep 7).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Illinois to New Orleans, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Illinois to New Orleans?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$98 | Average$236 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$98 | Average$351 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$163 | Average$395 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$182 | Average$451 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$208 | Average$430 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |