$149+ Cheap flights from Illinois to New Orleans (MSY)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MSY
Dec 9 — Dec 161
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 November 9, 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 November 9, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/176:43 am -
1 stop25h 12m
Mon 12/216:03 pm -
2 stops29h 58m
Deal found 11/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$297
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/315:01 am -
1 stop27h 44m
Mon 1/49:33 am -
1 stop15h 35m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$297
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/147:15 am -
1 stop8h 58m
Thu 11/199:07 pm -
1 stop22h 40m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 11/265:12 pm -
1 stop24h 48m
Wed 12/29:26 am -
1 stop12h 09m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$298
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/33:36 pm -
1 stop17h 15m
Sat 12/56:05 pm -
1 stop25h 37m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$299
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/125:24 pm -
1 stop15h 11m
Mon 12/147:00 am -
Nonstop2h 38m
Deal found 11/8![Frontier logo]()
$299
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/116:08 am -
1 stop9h 39m
Sat 11/145:08 pm -
1 stop6h 39m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$300
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/116:30 am -
1 stop27h 20m
Sat 11/149:04 pm -
1 stop11h 42m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$300
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/66:07 am -
2 stops26h 31m
Sat 12/129:26 am -
1 stop12h 34m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$301
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 12/125:19 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Sat 12/195:47 pm -
1 stop5h 19m
Deal found 11/7![Delta logo]()
$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Thu 12/105:02 pm -
2 stops17h 31m
Sun 12/136:05 pm -
1 stop23h 11m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$302
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/47:08 pm -
1 stop13h 30m
Mon 12/76:05 pm -
2 stops20h 25m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$302
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 November 9, 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 November 9, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2311:00 am -
1 stop5h 18m
Tue 3/3010:40 am -
1 stop5h 42m
Deal found 11/5![Delta logo]()
$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Wed 2/247:26 pm -
1 stop13h 36m
Wed 3/38:53 am -
2 stops9h 53m
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 1/164:45 pm -
Nonstop2h 33m
Sat 1/232:10 pm -
1 stop5h 53m
Deal found 11/5![United Airlines logo]()
$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/86:04 pm -
1 stop5h 49m
Mon 12/145:22 am -
1 stop6h 28m
Deal found 11/4![American Airlines logo]()
$327
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sun 1/177:00 am -
1 stop4h 30m
Thu 1/215:05 am -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 11/5![Southwest logo]()
$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 2/82:21 pm -
1 stop4h 57m
Sat 2/137:00 am -
1 stop7h 07m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$327
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 1/137:26 pm -
1 stop14h 20m
Tue 1/198:39 am -
2 stops34h 07m
Deal found 11/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 12/88:25 am -
2 stops6h 55m
Tue 12/85:45 pm -
1 stop3h 50m
Deal found 11/8![Southwest logo]()
$346
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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.
Mon 1/186:54 pm -
1 stop5h 04m
Mon 1/253:52 pm -
1 stop6h 16m
Deal found 11/8![American Airlines logo]()
$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/285:35 am -
1 stop4h 37m
Thu 12/3110:10 am -
1 stop6h 12m
Deal found 11/5![Delta logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 1/212:21 pm -
2 stops8h 54m
Sat 1/237:01 am -
1 stop6h 52m
Deal found 11/5![United Airlines logo]()
$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Mon 12/78:00 am -
1 stop6h 25m
Wed 12/96:10 am -
Nonstop2h 25m
Deal found 11/6![Southwest logo]()
$346
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sat 2/278:33 pm -
1 stop12h 29m
Wed 3/38:53 am -
2 stops9h 53m
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/116:01 am -
1 stop4h 56m
Sun 3/145:30 am -
1 stop5h 47m
Deal found 11/5![Delta logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sun 1/1710:30 am -
Nonstop2h 35m
Thu 1/212:13 pm -
Nonstop2h 44m
Deal found 11/5![United Airlines logo]()
$336
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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.
Wed 12/22:18 pm -
2 stops8h 49m
Sat 12/55:22 am -
2 stops8h 26m
Deal found 11/9![American Airlines logo]()
$379
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 3/610:25 am -
2 stops6h 30m
Sun 3/145:00 am -
Nonstop2h 20m
Deal found 11/8![Southwest logo]()
$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2712:07 pm -
1 stop4h 25m
Wed 3/35:25 am -
1 stop6h 02m
Deal found 11/5![Delta logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 1/132:22 pm -
2 stops8h 53m
Sun 1/175:00 am -
2 stops8h 42m
Deal found 11/8![United Airlines logo]()
$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 12/127:00 pm -
1 stop4h 53m
Sat 12/193:53 pm -
1 stop6h 07m
Deal found 11/9![American Airlines logo]()
$385
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sun 12/2710:25 pm -
Nonstop2h 20m
Fri 1/17:35 am -
1 stop4h 30m
Deal found 11/5![Southwest logo]()
$355
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/264:23 pm -
1 stop5h 57m
Wed 3/36:35 am -
1 stop4h 52m
Deal found 11/5![Delta logo]()
$369
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 12/108:36 am -
1 stop23h 59m
Sun 12/135:51 pm -
1 stop14h 24m
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$412
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Tue 12/86:30 am -
1 stop6h 46m
Mon 12/145:00 am -
2 stops8h 55m
Deal found 11/4![United Airlines logo]()
$352
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Fri 4/99:30 pm -
Nonstop2h 25m
Sun 4/115:45 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 11/6![Southwest logo]()
$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 12/912:06 pm -
1 stop5h 10m
Thu 12/175:20 am -
1 stop6h 04m
Deal found 11/9![Delta logo]()
$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 11/277:01 am -
2 stops10h 40m
Wed 12/27:56 am -
1 stop5h 52m
Deal found 11/8![American Airlines logo]()
$434
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 1/2310:05 am -
2 stops7h 25m
Sun 1/315:30 am -
1 stop6h 55m
Deal found 11/8![Southwest logo]()
$361
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Fri 2/197:45 pm -
Nonstop2h 39m
Mon 2/223:39 pm -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 11/6![United Airlines logo]()
$361
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/274:23 pm -
1 stop7h 16m
Thu 3/43:45 pm -
1 stop6h 45m
Deal found 11/5![Delta logo]()
$369
Last-minute flights from Illinois to New OrleansDiscover last-minute flight deals from Illinois to New Orleans. Data last updated November 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Illinois to New Orleans. Data last updated November 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/116:08 am -
1 stop9h 39m
Sat 11/145:08 pm -
1 stop6h 39m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$300
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/116:30 am -
1 stop27h 20m
Sat 11/149:04 pm -
1 stop11h 42m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$300
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/147:15 am -
1 stop8h 58m
Thu 11/199:07 pm -
1 stop22h 40m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 11/265:12 pm -
1 stop24h 48m
Wed 12/29:26 am -
1 stop12h 09m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$298
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/33:36 pm -
1 stop17h 15m
Sat 12/56:05 pm -
1 stop25h 37m
Deal found 11/4![Frontier logo]()
$299
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/47:08 pm -
1 stop13h 30m
Mon 12/76:05 pm -
2 stops20h 25m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$302
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/66:07 am -
2 stops26h 31m
Sat 12/129:26 am -
1 stop12h 34m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Thu 12/105:02 pm -
2 stops17h 31m
Sun 12/136:05 pm -
1 stop23h 11m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$302
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/125:24 pm -
1 stop15h 11m
Mon 12/147:00 am -
Nonstop2h 38m
Deal found 11/8![Frontier logo]()
$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 12/125:19 pm -
1 stop6h 48m
Sat 12/195:47 pm -
1 stop5h 19m
Deal found 11/7![Delta logo]()
$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/176:43 am -
1 stop25h 12m
Mon 12/216:03 pm -
2 stops29h 58m
Deal found 11/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$297
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/315:01 am -
1 stop27h 44m
Mon 1/49:33 am -
1 stop15h 35m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$297
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 November 9, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Illinois to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/288:35 pm -
1 stop11h 41m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$149
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/147:05 am -
1 stop9h 08m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Frontier logo]()
$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 12/105:02 pm -
2 stops17h 31m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$151
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/206:08 am -
1 stop8h 56m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/7![Frontier logo]()
$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 12/35:02 pm -
2 stops17h 32m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
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1 stop15h 34m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$152
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/6![Frontier logo]()
$153
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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.
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1 stop8h 58m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Frontier logo]()
$154
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/9. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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1 stop20h 19m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9![Frontier logo]()
$155
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/8. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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2 stops22h 38m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/8![Frontier logo]()
$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Sun 12/135:02 pm -
2 stops17h 31m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Frontier logo]()
$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
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3 stops25h 18m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$157
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 November 9, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $297 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $149 (Super.com) |
Popular in | October |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $392 |
Good round-trip deal | $351 or less |
Good one-way deal | $160 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated November 9, 2026.
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ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW Chicago Midway - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Wed 12/2
8:40 pm-11:00 pm
Nonstop2h 20m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$161
ChicagoNew Orleans
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 12/2
7:00 am-9:24 am
Nonstop2h 24m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$161
PeoriaNew Orleans
PIA Greater Peoria - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
PIAMSY
Greater Peoria
Thu 12/31
4:50 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop7h 09m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$175
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW Chicago Midway - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Mon 12/28
10:25 pm-12:45 am
Nonstop2h 20m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$176
ChicagoNew Orleans
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 12/6
11:15 am-10:33 am
2 stops23h 18m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$184
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW Chicago Midway - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Fri 3/19
9:30 am-4:25 pm
1 stop6h 55m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$186
ChicagoNew Orleans
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 12/18
5:30 am-9:54 am
1 stop4h 24m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$186
ChicagoNew Orleans
ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
ORDMSY
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 1/3
5:30 am-1:14 pm
1 stop7h 44m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$186
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW Chicago Midway - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Sun 3/14
6:05 am-11:25 am
1 stop5h 20m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$186
ChicagoNew Orleans
MDW Chicago Midway - MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong
MDWMSY
Chicago Midway
Wed 4/21
10:10 am-4:05 pm
2 stops5h 55m
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-12:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$200
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans (average of $284). Flying from Illinois to New Orleans in October is currently the most expensive (average of $451). 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 November 9, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to New Orleans in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 4% 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 November 9, 2026.
The most flights from USIL to MSY are scheduled on a Friday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 $299 and $525 in December.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $297 on Frontier (Dec 31-Jan 4).
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 November 7, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings 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$365 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$102 | Average$254 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$179 | Average$417 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$186 | Average$485 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$213 | Average$436 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |