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Cheap flights from Chicago to New Orleans from $56

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6:20 am - 3:50 pmMDW-MSY
9h 30m1 stop
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4:51 pm - 11:20 pmMSY-MDW
6h 29m1 stop
$123Frontier
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Thu, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 8
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10:25 am - 3:56 pmORD-MSY
5h 31m1 stop
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4:51 pm - 12:10 amMSY-ORD
7h 19m1 stop
$123Frontier
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Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 14
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12:05 pm - 2:22 pmORD-MSY
2h 17mnonstop
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1:33 pm - 4:12 pmMSY-ORD
2h 39mnonstop
$125Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18
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5:49 pm - 8:10 pmORD-MSY
2h 21mnonstop
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2:19 pm - 4:54 pmMSY-ORD
2h 35mnonstop
$126Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Jul 18 - Mon, Jul 21
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12:05 pm - 2:22 pmORD-MSY
2h 17mnonstop
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5:03 pm - 12:22 amMSY-ORD
7h 19m1 stop
Thu, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 17
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5:49 pm - 8:10 pmORD-MSY
2h 21mnonstop
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4:56 pm - 12:22 amMSY-ORD
7h 26m1 stop
Mon, Jul 21 - Thu, Jul 24
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8:00 pm - 10:10 pmMDW-MSY
2h 10mnonstop
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2:20 pm - 4:35 pmMSY-MDW
2h 15mnonstop
$149Southwest
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Thu, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 23
American Airlines Logo
8:23 am - 10:45 amORD-MSY
2h 22mnonstop
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6:04 am - 8:45 amMSY-ORD
2h 41mnonstop
$149American Airlines
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Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 12
Southwest Logo
8:00 pm - 10:10 pmMDW-MSY
2h 10mnonstop
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6:30 am - 8:45 amMSY-MDW
2h 15mnonstop
$153Southwest
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Thu, Aug 14 - Thu, Aug 21
American Airlines Logo
8:39 pm - 11:23 pmORD-MSY
2h 44mnonstop
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6:06 am - 8:49 amMSY-ORD
2h 43mnonstop
$153American Airlines
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Sat, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 23

Frontier flights from Chicago to New Orleans

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Frontier
Sep 4
MDW6:20 amChicago Midway
9h 30m
1 stop
MSY3:50 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sep 8
MSY4:51 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 29m
1 stop
MDW11:20 pmChicago Midway
Frontier
Sep 12
MDW6:20 amChicago Midway
9h 36m
1 stop
MSY3:56 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sep 15
MSY4:51 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 29m
1 stop
MDW11:20 pmChicago Midway
Frontier
Oct 16
MDW6:15 amChicago Midway
9h 41m
1 stop
MSY3:56 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 20
MSY4:51 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 34m
1 stop
MDW11:25 pmChicago Midway

Southwest flights from Chicago to New Orleans

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to New Orleans flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 21
MDW8:00 pmChicago Midway
2h 10m
MSY10:10 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 23
MSY2:20 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 15m
MDW4:35 pmChicago Midway
Southwest
Aug 14
MDW8:00 pmChicago Midway
2h 10m
MSY10:10 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 21
MSY6:30 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 15m
MDW8:45 amChicago Midway
Southwest
Aug 14
MDW7:45 amChicago Midway
2h 10m
MSY9:55 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 18
MSY5:20 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 15m
MDW7:35 pmChicago Midway

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chicago and New Orleans?

What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Chicago is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $219, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit New Orleans during the month of September, then departing from Chicago during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $226.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago to New Orleans is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $274. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Chicago to New Orleans for around $365.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to New Orleans?

The cheapest time of day to fly to New Orleans is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $265. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $331 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Chicago to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong for the best Chicago - New Orleans Louis Armstrong flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to New Orleans?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Orleans from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Orleans for around $299 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Orleans from Chicago for as low as $226 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Chicago to New Orleans flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2025, prices for Chicago to New Orleans flights are approximately 66% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago to New Orleans

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Chicago to New Orleans according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$56

Fastest flight time

2h 10m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in New Orleans

1 airport
The best one-way flight to New Orleans from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $56. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to New Orleans found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $123.
The fastest flight from Chicago to New Orleans takes 2h 10m
Direct flights go from Chicago to New Orleans every day.
There is 1 airport near New Orleans: New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY)

  • How far is Chicago to New Orleans Louis Armstrong by plane?

    The distance between Chicago and New Orleans Louis Armstrong is about 834.4 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 2h 10m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to New Orleans?

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago to New Orleans?


Best airlines flying from Chicago to New Orleans

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $67Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,094 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $158Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,983 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $161Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $164Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,861 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $197Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,270 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Chicago to New Orleans

    Southwest is one of the most popular airlines flying from Chicago to New Orleans, operating 12 flights/week on average for this route. A good Southwest flight deal for Chicago to New Orleans starts from $197 round-trip, up to an average price of $395. Our users have rated Southwest at 8.0/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to New Orleans

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Chicago to New Orleans start from as low as $164 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $430. United Airlines operates 15 flights to New Orleans from Chicago in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,861 reviews.


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