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Spirit Airlines Logo
9:17 am - 11:47 am
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ORD
2h 30mnonstop
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10:48 am - 7:41 pm
ORD
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MSY
8h 53m1 stop
$113Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
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9:17 am - 11:47 am
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ORD
2h 30mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:44 pm - 7:41 pm
ORD
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MSY
6h 57m1 stop
$114Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:17 am - 11:47 am
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ORD
2h 30mnonstop
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:44 pm - 7:41 pm
ORD
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MSY
6h 57m1 stop
$115Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 26
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10:35 am - 1:15 pm
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ORD
2h 40mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 10:29 pm
ORD
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MSY
2h 39mnonstop
$118United Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Fri, Jan 9
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 9:00 am
MSY
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MDW
2h 20mnonstop
Southwest Logo
8:40 pm - 11:05 pm
MDW
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MSY
2h 25mnonstop
$119Southwest
Sat, Feb 7 - Mon, Feb 9
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5:22 pm - 10:24 pm
MSY
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ORD
5h 02m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:36 pm - 11:09 pm
ORD
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MSY
2h 33mnonstop
$121Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 1 - Thu, Jan 8
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3:44 pm - 10:44 pm
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ORD
7h 00m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:36 pm - 11:09 pm
ORD
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MSY
2h 33mnonstop
$123Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Sun, Jan 18
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11:02 am - 7:52 pm
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MDW
8h 50m1 stop
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6:20 am - 6:00 pm
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MSY
11h 40m1 stop
$128Frontier
Fri, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 26
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11:02 am - 7:52 pm
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8h 50m1 stop
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6:20 am - 6:00 pm
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11h 40m1 stop
$145Frontier
Fri, Jan 23 - Thu, Jan 29
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6:40 am - 9:00 am
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8:25 am - 10:55 am
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2h 30mnonstop
$150Southwest
Sat, Jan 10 - Mon, Jan 12

Spirit Airlines flights from New Orleans to Chicago

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Spirit Airlines
Jan 9
MSY9:17 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 30m
ORD11:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 12
ORD10:48 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 53m
1 stop
MSY7:41 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$113
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Spirit Airlines
Jan 17
MSY9:17 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 30m
ORD11:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 24
ORD12:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 57m
1 stop
MSY7:41 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$114
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Spirit Airlines
Jan 22
MSY9:17 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 30m
ORD11:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 26
ORD12:44 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 57m
1 stop
MSY7:41 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$115
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United Airlines flights from New Orleans to Chicago

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United Airlines
Jan 6
MSY10:35 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 40m
ORD1:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 9
ORD7:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 39m
MSY10:29 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$118
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United Airlines
Dec 31
MSY5:15 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 48m
ORD8:03 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 6
ORD2:12 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 54m
1 stop
MSY8:06 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
$179
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New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/9

9:17 am-11:47 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/12

10:48 am-7:41 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$113

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/17

9:17 am-11:47 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

12:44 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$114

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/22

9:17 am-11:47 am

Nonstop2h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/26

12:44 pm-7:41 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$115

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 1/6

10:35 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/9

7:50 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$118

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 2/7

6:40 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/9

8:40 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$119

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/1

5:22 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/8

8:36 pm-11:09 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$121

New OrleansChicago

MSY - ORD

MSYORD

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 1/15

3:44 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 1/18

8:36 pm-11:09 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

$123

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/23

11:02 am-7:52 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/26

6:20 am-6:00 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$128

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/23

11:02 am-7:52 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/29

6:20 am-6:00 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$145

New OrleansChicago

MSY - MDW

MSYMDW

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/10

6:40 am-9:00 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Chicago Midway

Mon 1/12

8:25 am-10:55 am

Nonstop2h 30m

$150

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from New Orleans, with most prices found around $197. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in August, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from New Orleans to Chicago during September average around $204.

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 $314. 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 New Orleans to Chicago for around $785.

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 New Orleans to Chicago during this time can be as low as $133. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $700.

What is the cheapest New Orleans Louis Armstrong 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 New Orleans when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $242 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from New Orleans for as low as $181 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on New Orleans Louis Armstrong 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 New Orleans to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a New Orleans to Chicago flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for New Orleans to Chicago flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New Orleans to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New Orleans to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New Orleans to Chicago (MSY to CHI) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$176

Fastest flight time

2h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chicago from New Orleans in the past 72 hours is $176. The best round-trip flight deal from New Orleans to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $295.
The fastest flight from New Orleans to Chicago takes 2h 15m
Direct flights go from New Orleans to Chicago every day.
There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago Midway (MDW)
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  • How far is New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Chicago by plane?

    New Orleans Louis Armstrong and Chicago are 834.4 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 2h 20m.

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

    Prices for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Chicago were last updated today.

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

    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 New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Chicago.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from New Orleans to Chicago

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $64Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,159 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $137Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,066 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $162Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,046 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $173Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,255 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From New Orleans to Chicago

    Southwest flies from New Orleans to Chicago around 10 times per week, with 4,251 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from New Orleans to Chicago in the last 72 hours was $173 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $278 for Southwest flights on this route.

  • United Airlines Flights From New Orleans to Chicago

    The best United Airlines deal for New Orleans to Chicago flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was $137, round-trip. It should be noted that an average United Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $288 round-trip. United Airlines operates 8 flights out of New Orleans into Chicago in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 9,066 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.

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