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$86+ 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 7/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — MSY
Jul 25 — Aug 11
Sat 7/25
Sat 8/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to New Orleans

Cheapest flights from Illinois to New Orleans
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 June 25, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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
STL
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MSY
1 stop23h 45m
Frontier
Tue 9/87:11 pm
MSY
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STL
1 stop14h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/216:34 pm
STL
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MSY
1 stop21h 53m
Frontier
Tue 7/285:07 pm
MSY
-
STL
1 stop15h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 9/1610:35 am
STL
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MSY
1 stop5h 34m
Frontier
Fri 9/185:02 pm
MSY
-
STL
1 stop16h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 8/66:34 pm
STL
-
MSY
1 stop21h 53m
Frontier
Tue 8/115:02 pm
MSY
-
STL
1 stop15h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 6/22$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 8/104:57 pm
STL
-
MSY
1 stop23h 10m
Frontier
Fri 8/145:12 pm
MSY
-
STL
1 stop15h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 6/21$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. 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 7/204:57 pm
STL
-
MSY
1 stop23h 15m
Frontier
Fri 7/245:12 pm
MSY
-
STL
1 stop15h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 6/22$201
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/204:57 pm
STL
-
MSY
1 stop23h 15m
Frontier
Sat 7/255:12 pm
MSY
-
STL
1 stop24h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 8/84:57 pm
STL
-
MSY
1 stop23h 10m
Frontier
Mon 8/105:12 pm
MSY
-
STL
1 stop24h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. 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 8/66:34 pm
STL
-
MSY
1 stop21h 53m
Frontier
Mon 8/105:12 pm
MSY
-
STL
1 stop24h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 6/21$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/224:57 pm
STL
-
MSY
1 stop23h 10m
Frontier
Wed 7/295:12 pm
MSY
-
STL
1 stop24h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. 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 7/196:34 pm
STL
-
MSY
1 stop21h 53m
Frontier
Fri 7/245:12 pm
MSY
-
STL
1 stop15h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 6/24$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. 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 10/2410:35 am
STL
-
MSY
1 stop5h 32m
Frontier
Mon 10/265:02 pm
MSY
-
STL
1 stop16h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 6/23$223

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 June 25, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$86
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$392

Good round-trip deal

$323 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 June 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to New Orleans that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sun 10/25

3:30 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/27

4:25 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$256

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/29

6:05 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 37m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/1

10:59 am-3:44 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$261

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Tue 8/11

4:32 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/15

6:50 pm-12:08 am

1 stop5h 18m

$261

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Tue 8/4

5:09 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/8

5:17 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$261

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Tue 8/11

6:00 am-11:42 am

1 stop5h 42m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/15

5:12 am-10:25 am

1 stop5h 13m

$261

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/12

4:11 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop5h 46m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/17

10:24 am-1:04 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$266

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/12

8:20 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 8/17

7:50 am-10:05 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$266

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/14

5:55 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop4h 24m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 10/19

7:10 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$276

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Thu 10/15

5:00 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop5h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/20

5:30 am-10:26 am

1 stop4h 56m

$285

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Wed 10/7

10:10 am-4:15 pm

2 stops6h 05m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/13

10:50 am-4:55 pm

2 stops6h 05m

$287

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to New Orleans

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans (average of $53). Flying from Illinois to New Orleans in January is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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 June 25, 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 14% 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 June 25, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to MSY are scheduled on a Thursday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Illinois to New Orleans?

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 64 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 June 20, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to New Orleans?

    Airlines like Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Illinois to New Orleans in about 2h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 12m. Illinois and New Orleans are separated by a distance of 827 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to New Orleans one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $70 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $78 and Southwest from $84 one-way.

  • 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.

  • 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 Republic Airways (90%), Envoy Air (82%) or Air Canada (82%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to New Orleans?

    On average you can expect to pay $536 for a flight from Illinois to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $128 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $236.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to New Orleans?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois 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 Illinois to New Orleans?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans (average of $53). Flying from Illinois to New Orleans in January is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to New Orleans

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to New Orleans. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$98Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$98Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$162Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$168Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$169Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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