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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?
The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from New Orleans, with most prices found around $158. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in September, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from New Orleans to Chicago during February average around $211.
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 $299. 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 $618.
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 $168. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $594.
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 22 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $252 when searching 22 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 $87 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.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Chicago?
Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from New Orleans Louis Armstrong 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 New Orleans according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from New Orleans to Chicago on average per day?
As of April 2025, 27 flights take off from New Orleans and land in Chicago each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 11:00AM, with 70% of daily flights taking off at noon.
How many flights depart from New Orleans to Chicago on average per week?
The number of flights available between New Orleans and Chicago is 190 per week as of April 2025. The most frequent departure day is Tue, with 19% of weekly flights leaving on this day.
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Is flying the fastest way to get from New Orleans to Chicago?
To save time, the fastest way to travel is by flight from New Orleans to Chicago on Southwest. Expect the length of time you’ll spend onboard Southwest to be about 2h 15m compared to taking a train from New Orleans to Chicago or a bus from New Orleans to Chicago which have been found to be slower alternatives.
Is flying the cheapest way to get from New Orleans to Chicago?
Expect a flight to be one of the cheapest options available to you for travel. Currently, a flight has deals available from $106. While they may not be the most cost-effective options currently available a train from New Orleans to Chicago or a bus from New Orleans to Chicago can also be options worth looking into if other factors outside of cost are a higher priority.
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 15m.
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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Chicago?
The number of operators available for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Chicago is 6 as of April 2025.
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.
What is the most popular plane model from New Orleans to Chicago?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New Orleans to Chicago is Airbus A319, representing 17.08% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 11.92%, Boeing 737-800 at 10.36%, and Airbus A320neo at 9.29%.
What is the most popular airline from New Orleans to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New Orleans to Chicago is Spirit Airlines (30% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are United Airlines (27%), American Airlines (24%), and Southwest (18%).
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| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $48 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,902 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $59 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,278 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $154 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,633 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $156 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $185 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,277 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $196 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,902 reviews |
Southwest Flights From New Orleans to Chicago
Southwest flies from New Orleans to Chicago around 7 times per week, with 4,281 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from New Orleans to Chicago in the last 72 hours was $185 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $320 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 $154, round-trip. It should be noted that an average United Airlines flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at $311 round-trip. United Airlines operates 14 flights out of New Orleans into Chicago in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 8,633 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.
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Can I find flights from New Orleans to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Chicago from New Orleans which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from New Orleans to Chicago?
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