How many flights depart from Louisiana to Chicago on average per day?

14 flights are operational daily from Louisiana to Chicago as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 59% of flights per day taking off at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Louisiana to Chicago?

United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Louisiana to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Louisiana according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Chicago?

Average flight duration from Louisiana to Chicago depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from New Orleans to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 2h 29m on average, while flying from Shreveport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is 4h 45m on average. Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is the most popular airport in Chicago.

How many flights depart from Louisiana to Chicago on average per week?

104 flights are operational weekly from Louisiana to Chicago as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 41% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Louisiana to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Louisiana to Chicago refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Louisiana to Chicago?

As of February 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Louisiana to Chicago.

How old do you have to be to fly from Louisiana to Chicago?

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 Louisiana to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:17 am - 11:47 am

MSY

ORD

2h 30mnonstop

8:42 pm - 11:15 pm

ORD

MSY

2h 33mnonstop

$86Spirit Airlines

Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11

10:10 am - 12:45 pm

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ORD

2h 35mnonstop

7:35 pm - 10:08 pm

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MSY

2h 33mnonstop

$88Spirit Airlines

Tue, Apr 21 - Sat, Apr 25

6:46 pm - 10:19 pm

MSY

MDW

27h 33m

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6:05 am - 10:23 pm

MDW

MSY

16h 18m

1 stop

$136Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 5 - Wed, Mar 11

6:20 am - 7:07 pm

MSY

MDW

12h 47m

2 stops

6:05 am - 10:23 pm

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MSY

16h 18m

1 stop

$145Multiple Airlines

Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 11

6:46 pm - 6:38 pm

MSY

MDW

23h 52m

1 stop

6:25 am - 5:54 pm

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MSY

11h 29m

1 stop

$146Frontier

Thu, Feb 26 - Sat, Feb 28

11:44 am - 7:31 pm

MSY

MDW

7h 47m

1 stop

9:14 am - 4:34 pm

MDW

MSY

7h 20m

1 stop

$160Frontier

Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 19

8:45 am - 4:25 pm

SHV

MDW

7h 40m

1 stop

12:53 pm - 7:58 pm

MDW

SHV

7h 05m

1 stop

$251Delta

Sat, Apr 18 - Wed, Apr 22

6:00 am - 1:14 pm

SHV

ORD

7h 14m

1 stop

5:10 am - 10:00 am

ORD

SHV

4h 50m

1 stop

$251Delta

Sat, Apr 18 - Wed, Apr 22

5:00 pm - 11:54 pm

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ORD

6h 54m

1 stop

11:43 am - 6:00 pm

ORD

SHV

6h 17m

1 stop

$260American Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Sat, Apr 25

8:11 pm - 12:55 am

BTR

ORD

4h 44m

1 stop

10:28 am - 4:03 pm

ORD

BTR

5h 35m

1 stop

$271American Airlines

Thu, Mar 5 - Wed, Mar 11

Spirit Airlines flights from Louisiana to Chicago

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Mar 4

MSY9:17 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

2h 30m

ORD11:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 9

ORD8:42 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 33m

MSY11:15 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$86

Spirit Airlines

Apr 21

MSY10:10 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

2h 35m

ORD12:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 25

ORD7:35 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 33m

MSY10:08 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$88

Spirit Airlines

Mar 21

MSY9:20 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

2h 30m

ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 25

ORD8:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 25m

MSY11:23 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

$93

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Apr 24

SHV5:00 pmShreveport

6h 54m

1 stop

ORD11:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Apr 25

ORD1:54 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

6h 35m

1 stop

SHV8:29 pmShreveport

$260

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Mar 5

BTR8:11 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

4h 44m

1 stop

ORD12:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 11

ORD10:28 amChicago O'Hare Intl

5h 35m

1 stop

BTR4:03 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

$271

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Feb 24

BTR5:00 amBaton Rouge Ryan

8h 04m

1 stop

ORD1:04 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 28

ORD2:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

7h 41m

1 stop

BTR10:39 pmBaton Rouge Ryan

$279

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8:42 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$86

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Tue 4/21

10:10 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

7:35 pm-10:08 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$88

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MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/5

6:46 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop27h 33m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/11

6:05 am-10:23 pm

1 stop16h 18m

$136

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 3/3

6:20 am-7:07 pm

2 stops12h 47m

Chicago Midway

Wed 3/11

6:05 am-10:23 pm

1 stop16h 18m

$145

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MSY - MDW

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/26

6:46 pm-6:38 pm

1 stop23h 52m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/28

6:25 am-5:54 pm

1 stop11h 29m

$146

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MSY - MDW

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New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 4/17

11:44 am-7:31 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/19

9:14 am-4:34 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$160

ShreveportChicago

SHV - MDW

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Shreveport

Sat 4/18

8:45 am-4:25 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/22

12:53 pm-7:58 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$251

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SHV - ORD

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Sat 4/18

6:00 am-1:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

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Wed 4/22

5:10 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 50m

$251

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SHV - ORD

SHVORD

Shreveport

Fri 4/24

5:00 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/25

11:43 am-6:00 pm

1 stop6h 17m

$260

Baton RougeChicago

BTR - ORD

BTRORD

Baton Rouge Ryan

Thu 3/5

8:11 pm-12:55 am

1 stop4h 44m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

10:28 am-4:03 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$271

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Louisiana, with most prices found around $177. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in January, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Louisiana to Chicago during February average around $197.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $313. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Tuesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Louisiana to Chicago for around $742.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Louisiana to Chicago during this time can be as low as $128. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $634.

What is the cheapest Louisiana to Chicago flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Louisiana when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $228 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Louisiana for as low as $193 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Louisiana to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Louisiana to Chicago 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 Louisiana to Chicago flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Louisiana to Chicago.

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Best Price Found	$164
Fastest flight time	2h 15m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Louisiana in the past 72 hours is $164. The best round-trip flight deal from Louisiana to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $237.

The fastest flight from Louisiana to Chicago takes 2h 15m

Direct flights go from Louisiana to Chicago every day.

There are 3 airports in Chicago. From Louisiana there are direct flights to Chicago Midway (MDW).

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Prices for flights from Louisiana to Chicago refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Louisiana to Chicago?
As of February 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Louisiana to Chicago.
How old do you have to be to fly from Louisiana to Chicago?
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 Louisiana to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chicago can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chicago. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Louisiana to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Louisiana and Chicago, the leading plane model is Airbus A319, making up 17.05% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 with 11.34%, Airbus A320-100/200 with 10.97%, and Embraer 175 with 10.89%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $60	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,444 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $133	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,279 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,271 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $173	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,280 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Delta	PriceFrom $244	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,181 reviews	Search Delta flights

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