Cheap flights from Illinois (IL) to New Orleans (MSY)

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From Illinois to New Orleans

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

Most people fly into New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight to New Orleans from Illinois. Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

Which airlines flying from Illinois to New Orleans Louis Armstrong have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Are flight prices decreasing from Illinois to New Orleans due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both Illinois and New Orleans for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Can I find flights from Illinois to New Orleans for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Illinois to New Orleans for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $37, but on average you can expect to pay $50.

Are there last-minute flights available from Illinois to New Orleans for under $100?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Illinois to New Orleans within the next 7 days for less than $100.

What days are nonstop flights available from Illinois to New Orleans?

Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Friday.

How many flights depart from Illinois to New Orleans on average per day?

8 flight departures from Illinois to New Orleans per day on average.
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Illinois to New Orleans?

Airlines like Spirit Airlines fly from Illinois to New Orleans in about 2h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Illinois and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 843 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to New Orleans?

On average you can expect to pay $491 for a flight from Illinois to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $48 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $45.

What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to New Orleans?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to New Orleans consider choosing Royal Jordanian (100%), Lufthansa (80%) or SAS (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Illinois to New Orleans?

Consider Major Airline, American Airlines or JetBlue when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Illinois to New Orleans.

What are the most popular routes from Illinois to New Orleans?

The most popular flight routes from Illinois to New Orleans are Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong, Chicago Midway - New Orleans Louis Armstrong and Lambert-St Louis - New Orleans Louis Armstrong.