Cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans from $41

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11:37 am - 9:06 pmORD-MSY
9h 29m1 stop
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1:44 pm - 4:18 pmMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
$96Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 8
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7:30 am - 9:50 amORD-MSY
2h 20mnonstop
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4:30 pm - 7:00 pmMSY-ORD
2h 30mnonstop
$102Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 22
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11:37 am - 9:06 pmORD-MSY
9h 29m1 stop
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1:44 pm - 4:18 pmMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
$104Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 8
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9:40 am - 12:06 pmORD-MSY
2h 26mnonstop
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4:30 pm - 7:00 pmMSY-ORD
2h 30mnonstop
$105Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Oct 30 - Sat, Nov 1
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11:37 am - 9:06 pmORD-MSY
9h 29m1 stop
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6:30 am - 5:39 pmMSY-ORD
11h 09m1 stop
$107Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 16
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10:18 am - 12:39 pmORD-MSY
2h 21mnonstop
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1:44 pm - 4:18 pmMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
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Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
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10:18 am - 12:39 pmORD-MSY
2h 21mnonstop
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1:44 pm - 4:18 pmMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
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2:04 pm - 9:06 pmORD-MSY
7h 02m1 stop
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6:30 am - 5:39 pmMSY-ORD
11h 09m1 stop
$111Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 17
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11:37 am - 9:06 pmORD-MSY
9h 29m1 stop
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4:52 pm - 12:10 amMSY-ORD
7h 18m1 stop
Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 8
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8:35 pm - 11:01 pmORD-MSY
2h 26mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:38 amMSY-ORD
2h 38mnonstop
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Spirit Airlines flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Sep 6
ORD11:37 amChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 29m
1 stop
MSY9:06 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sep 8
MSY1:44 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 34m
ORD4:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Oct 18
ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 20m
MSY9:50 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Oct 22
MSY4:30 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 30m
ORD7:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Sep 6
ORD11:37 amChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 29m
1 stop
MSY9:06 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sep 8
MSY1:44 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 34m
ORD4:18 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Frontier flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans

Our best Frontier deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans flight tickets
Frontier
Aug 21
ORD5:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 55m
1 stop
MSY12:05 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 24
MSY1:35 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
21h 04m
1 stop
ORD10:39 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Frontier
Aug 20
ORD2:40 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
21h 25m
1 stop
MSY12:05 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 24
MSY1:35 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
21h 04m
1 stop
ORD10:39 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Frontier
Aug 21
ORD5:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
6h 55m
1 stop
MSY12:05 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Aug 24
MSY1:35 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
21h 04m
1 stop
ORD10:39 amChicago O'Hare Intl

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ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

11:37 am-9:06 pm

1 stop9h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/8

1:44 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$96

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/18

7:30 am-9:50 am

Nonstop2h 20m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/22

4:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$102

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

11:37 am-9:06 pm

1 stop9h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/8

1:44 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$104

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/30

9:40 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 11/1

4:30 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

$105

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

11:37 am-9:06 pm

1 stop9h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/16

6:30 am-5:39 pm

1 stop11h 09m

$107

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/4

10:18 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/7

1:44 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$108

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/15

10:18 am-12:39 pm

Nonstop2h 21m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/22

1:44 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$110

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

2:04 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop7h 02m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/17

6:30 am-5:39 pm

1 stop11h 09m

$111

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

11:37 am-9:06 pm

1 stop9h 29m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/8

4:52 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 18m

$115

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/3

8:35 pm-11:01 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 10/5

6:00 am-8:38 am

Nonstop2h 38m

$149

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans

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What is the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans?

The cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $235, 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 O'Hare Intl Airport during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $240.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans is on a Monday when prices can be found for as low as $276. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans for around $363.

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 $264. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to New Orleans, so prices are often more expensive at around $337 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to New Orleans for around $301 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 O'Hare Intl Airport for as low as $249 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago O'Hare Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago O'Hare Intl 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans flights are approximately 27% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans

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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans

Best Price Found

$41

Fastest flight time

2h 17m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in New Orleans

1 airport
The best one-way flight to New Orleans from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $41. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $96.
The fastest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans takes 2h 17m
Direct flights go from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans every day.
There is 1 airport near New Orleans: New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY)
  • How far is Chicago O'Hare Intl to New Orleans Louis Armstrong by plane?

    Chicago O'Hare Intl and New Orleans Louis Armstrong are 839.1 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 18m.

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

    Prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport are updated daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?

  • What is the most popular airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans?

Best airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans

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FrontierPriceFrom $61Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,219 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $75Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,045 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $158Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $158Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,980 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $168Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,244 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,916 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans

    The lowest priced United Airlines flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans from the last 72 hours was $178. Generally, United Airlines has 16 flights on this route every week with an average price of $410. United Airlines is rated 7.4/10 by our users.

  • American Airlines Flights From Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans

    $158 is the best American Airlines flight deal from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average American Airlines ticket price found was closer to $323, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. American Airlines (7.2/10 from 10,000 user reviews) flies into New Orleans from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 5 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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