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Cheap flights from Illinois to New Orleans from $68

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Frontier Logo
7:23 am - 9:56 am
ORD
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MSY
2h 33mnonstop
Frontier Logo
8:47 pm - 11:26 pm
MSY
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ORD
2h 39mnonstop
$108Frontier
Mon, Feb 16 - Fri, Feb 20
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:36 pm - 11:09 pm
ORD
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MSY
2h 33mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:17 am - 11:47 am
MSY
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ORD
2h 30mnonstop
$109Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jan 26 - Mon, Feb 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 9:29 pm
STL
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MSY
28h 18m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:49 pm - 11:33 pm
MSY
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STL
6h 44m1 stop
$156Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 19 - Thu, Jan 22
Southwest Logo
8:15 am - 10:40 am
MDW
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MSY
2h 25mnonstop
Southwest Logo
4:45 pm - 7:05 pm
MSY
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MDW
2h 20mnonstop
$157Southwest
Sat, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:42 pm - 10:07 am
STL
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MSY
16h 25m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:33 pm
MSY
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STL
16h 33m1 stop
$164Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 3
Southwest Logo
7:50 pm - 10:15 pm
MDW
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MSY
2h 25mnonstop
Southwest Logo
2:55 pm - 5:15 pm
MSY
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MDW
2h 20mnonstop
$165Southwest
Sun, Feb 8 - Sat, Feb 14
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 1:07 pm
MLI
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MSY
4h 52m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 4:47 pm
MSY
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MLI
7h 47m1 stop
$251United Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28
United Airlines Logo
8:15 am - 4:36 pm
MLI
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MSY
8h 21m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 4:47 pm
MSY
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MLI
7h 47m1 stop
$256United Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:31 pm
PIA
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MSY
7h 31m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
5:34 pm - 11:54 pm
MSY
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PIA
6h 20m1 stop
$260American Airlines
Sun, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 7
American Airlines Logo
1:59 pm - 11:59 pm
MLI
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MSY
10h 00m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 1:29 pm
MSY
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MLI
7h 49m2 stops
$261American Airlines
Sat, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 28

Delta flights from Illinois to New Orleans

Our best Delta deals on Illinois to New Orleans flight tickets
Delta
Feb 7
MDW10:53 amChicago Midway
6h 48m
1 stop
MSY5:41 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Feb 11
MSY3:31 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 51m
1 stop
MDW10:22 pmChicago Midway
$197
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Delta
Apr 29
MLI5:12 pmMoline Quad-City
4h 49m
1 stop
MSY10:01 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
May 2
MSY5:40 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 46m
1 stop
MLI10:26 amMoline Quad-City
$269
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Delta
Jan 10
MLI5:11 pmMoline Quad-City
6h 18m
1 stop
MSY11:29 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 14
MSY11:50 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 36m
1 stop
MLI4:26 pmMoline Quad-City
$279
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Frontier flights from Illinois to New Orleans

Our best Frontier deals on Illinois to New Orleans flight tickets
Frontier
Feb 16
ORD7:23 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 33m
MSY9:56 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Feb 20
MSY8:47 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 39m
ORD11:26 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
$108
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Frontier
Feb 14
STL2:51 pmLambert-St Louis
9h 33m
1 stop
MSY12:24 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Feb 23
MSY9:51 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
24h 36m
1 stop
STL10:27 pmLambert-St Louis
$146
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Frontier
Jan 21
STL5:42 pmLambert-St Louis
16h 25m
1 stop
MSY10:07 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Jan 30
MSY7:38 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
19h 08m
1 stop
STL2:46 pmLambert-St Louis
$157
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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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 28, 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/16

7:23 am-9:56 am

Nonstop2h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/20

8:47 pm-11:26 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$108

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/26

8:36 pm-11:09 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 2/2

9:17 am-11:47 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$109

St. LouisNew Orleans

STL - MSY

STLMSY

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/19

5:11 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops28h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/22

4:49 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$156

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/31

8:15 am-10:40 am

Nonstop2h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 2/4

4:45 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$157

St. LouisNew Orleans

STL - MSY

STLMSY

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/21

5:42 pm-10:07 am

1 stop16h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 2/3

7:00 am-11:33 pm

1 stop16h 33m

$164

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/8

7:50 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/14

2:55 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$165

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/21

8:15 am-1:07 pm

1 stop4h 52m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/28

9:00 am-4:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$251

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/21

8:15 am-4:36 pm

2 stops8h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/28

9:00 am-4:47 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$256

PeoriaNew Orleans

PIA - MSY

PIAMSY

Greater Peoria

Sun 2/1

6:00 am-1:31 pm

1 stop7h 31m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/7

5:34 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$260

MolineNew Orleans

MLI - MSY

MLIMSY

Moline Quad-City

Sat 2/21

1:59 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 00m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/28

5:40 am-1:29 pm

2 stops7h 49m

$261

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to New Orleans

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Illinois is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $241, 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 October, then departing from Illinois during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $255.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Illinois to New Orleans is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $267. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Illinois to New Orleans for around $329.

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 at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $242. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $316 per ticket.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to New Orleans from Illinois when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Orleans for around $292 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to New Orleans from Illinois for as low as $247 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois 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.

Can stopping save me money on Illinois to New Orleans flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Illinois to New Orleans.

Cheap Illinois to New Orleans flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$152

Fastest flight time

1h 45m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in New Orleans

1 airport
The best one-way flight to New Orleans from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $152. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to New Orleans found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $196.
The fastest flight from Illinois to New Orleans takes 1h 45m
Direct flights go from Illinois to New Orleans every day.
There is 1 airport in New Orleans. From Illinois there are direct flights to New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY).
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport?

    Prices for flights from Illinois to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport are updated daily.

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Illinois 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 Illinois to New Orleans?

Best airlines flying from Illinois to New Orleans

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $77Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,210 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $98Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,017 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $119Free CancellationRating
5.7
3,064 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $168Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,256 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $168Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,114 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $169Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,070 reviews
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Once you have performed a search for Illinois to New Orleans flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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