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9:16 am - 11:50 amMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
5:35 am - 8:10 amORD-MSY
2h 35mnonstop
$86Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 19
9:16 am - 11:50 amMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
5:35 am - 8:10 amORD-MSY
2h 35mnonstop
$88Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 17
3:25 pm - 12:17 amMSY-MDW
8h 52m1 stop
7:15 am - 5:04 pmMDW-MSY
9h 49m1 stop
$119Frontier
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Thu, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 2
3:25 pm - 12:17 amMSY-MDW
8h 52m1 stop
7:15 am - 5:04 pmMDW-MSY
9h 49m1 stop
$129Frontier
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Fri, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 2
9:00 am - 11:31 amMSY-ORD
2h 31mnonstop
9:03 pm - 11:27 pmORD-MSY
2h 24mnonstop
$168American Airlines
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Sat, Feb 8 - Sun, Feb 16
10:25 am - 1:03 pmMSY-ORD
2h 38mnonstop
5:50 pm - 11:28 pmORD-MSY
5h 38m1 stop
$169United Airlines
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Sat, Feb 8 - Sat, Feb 8
12:50 pm - 3:05 pmMSY-MDW
2h 15mnonstop
8:40 am - 11:05 amMDW-MSY
2h 25mnonstop
$197Southwest
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Thu, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 17
9:20 am - 11:40 amMSY-MDW
2h 20mnonstop
4:25 pm - 6:45 pmMDW-MSY
2h 20mnonstop
$204Southwest
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Tue, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 27
9:00 am - 11:31 amMSY-ORD
2h 31mnonstop
8:12 am - 1:22 pmORD-MSY
5h 10m1 stop
$214American Airlines
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Sat, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 10
2:20 pm - 4:57 pmMSY-ORD
2h 37mnonstop
3:40 pm - 9:38 pmORD-MSY
5h 58m1 stop
$229United Airlines
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Tue, Feb 4 - Tue, Feb 11
9:16 am - 11:50 amMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
$37Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12
9:16 am - 11:50 amMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
$48Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 19
3:25 pm - 12:17 amMSY-MDW
8h 52m1 stop
$55Frontier
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Thu, Feb 6
1:32 pm - 8:59 amMSY-ORD
19h 27m1 stop
$60Frontier
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2:24 pm - 5:01 pmMSY-ORD
2h 37mnonstop
$70United Airlines
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Wed, Feb 5
9:20 am - 11:40 amMSY-MDW
2h 20mnonstop
$70Southwest
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Tue, Feb 4
9:20 am - 11:40 amMSY-MDW
2h 20mnonstop
$95Southwest
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Wed, Feb 12
1:03 pm - 3:39 pmMSY-ORD
2h 36mnonstop
$100American Airlines
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Thu, Feb 6
9:00 am - 11:36 amMSY-ORD
2h 36mnonstop
$105American Airlines
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Tue, Jan 28
10:25 am - 1:03 pmMSY-ORD
2h 38mnonstop
$115United Airlines
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Sat, Feb 1
8:08 pm - 11:20 amMSY-ORD
15h 12m1 stop
12:25 pm - 6:22 pmORD-MSY
5h 57m1 stop
Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
9:04 pm - 5:11 pmMSY-ORD
20h 07m2 stops
12:25 pm - 6:22 pmORD-MSY
5h 57m1 stop
$215Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
6:18 am - 12:29 pmMSY-ORD
6h 11m1 stop
12:25 pm - 6:22 pmORD-MSY
5h 57m1 stop
$216Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 12
3:25 pm - 12:13 amMSY-MDW
8h 48m1 stop
7:15 am - 5:04 pmMDW-MSY
9h 49m1 stop
$244Frontier
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
3:25 pm - 12:13 amMSY-MDW
8h 48m1 stop
7:15 am - 5:04 pmMDW-MSY
9h 49m1 stop
$320Frontier
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
2:16 pm - 7:10 pmMSY-ORD
4h 54m1 stop
6:00 am - 7:32 pmORD-MSY
13h 32m2 stops
$707United Airlines
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Wed, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 14
2:20 pm - 4:57 pmMSY-ORD
2h 37mnonstop
7:55 pm - 10:30 pmORD-MSY
2h 35mnonstop
$719United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
3:00 pm - 5:15 pmMSY-MDW
2h 15mnonstop
7:35 pm - 9:55 pmMDW-MSY
2h 20mnonstop
$773Southwest
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
1:50 pm - 7:35 pmMSY-MDW
5h 45m1 stop
8:35 am - 11:00 amMDW-MSY
2h 25mnonstop
$783Southwest
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Thu, Jan 9 - Sun, Jan 12
9:00 am - 11:36 amMSY-ORD
2h 36mnonstop
1:13 pm - 7:56 pmORD-MSY
6h 43m1 stop
$832American Airlines
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Tue, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 7
9:16 am - 11:50 amMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
5:35 am - 8:10 amORD-MSY
2h 35mnonstop
$86Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 19
9:16 am - 11:50 amMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
5:35 am - 8:10 amORD-MSY
2h 35mnonstop
$88Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 17
9:16 am - 11:50 amMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
5:35 am - 8:10 amORD-MSY
2h 35mnonstop
$97Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Mon, Feb 17
9:16 am - 11:50 amMSY-ORD
2h 34mnonstop
5:35 am - 8:10 amORD-MSY
2h 35mnonstop
$99Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Feb 15 - Mon, Feb 17
9:00 am - 11:36 amMSY-ORD
2h 36mnonstop
8:30 pm - 11:08 pmORD-MSY
2h 38mnonstop
$149American Airlines
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Wed, Jan 29 - Wed, Feb 5
9:00 am - 11:31 amMSY-ORD
2h 31mnonstop
8:30 pm - 11:12 pmORD-MSY
2h 42mnonstop
$169American Airlines
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Sat, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 10
5:00 am - 7:20 amMSY-MDW
2h 20mnonstop
7:35 pm - 9:55 pmMDW-MSY
2h 20mnonstop
$197Southwest
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Thu, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 17
9:20 am - 11:40 amMSY-MDW
2h 20mnonstop
4:25 pm - 6:45 pmMDW-MSY
2h 20mnonstop
$204Southwest
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Tue, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 27
7:00 am - 9:38 amMSY-ORD
2h 38mnonstop
7:55 pm - 10:30 pmORD-MSY
2h 35mnonstop
$238United Airlines
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Thu, Feb 13 - Tue, Feb 18
2:24 pm - 5:01 pmMSY-ORD
2h 37mnonstop
10:45 am - 1:20 pmORD-MSY
2h 35mnonstop
$243United Airlines
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Wed, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 25

Spirit Airlines flights from New Orleans to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on New Orleans to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Feb 12
MSY9:16 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 34m
ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 19
ORD5:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 35m
MSY8:10 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Spirit Airlines
Feb 12
MSY9:16 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 34m
ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 17
ORD5:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 35m
MSY8:10 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Spirit Airlines
Feb 12
MSY9:16 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
2h 34m
ORD11:50 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 17
ORD5:35 amChicago O'Hare Intl
2h 35m
MSY8:10 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

Delta flights from New Orleans to Chicago

Our best Delta deals on New Orleans to Chicago flight tickets
Delta
Feb 12
MSY9:15 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
6h 28m
1 stop
ORD3:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Feb 19
ORD10:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
8h 38m
1 stop
MSY6:38 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Delta
Feb 8
MSY5:29 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 51m
1 stop
MDW10:20 pmChicago Midway
Feb 10
MDW12:44 pmChicago Midway
5h 26m
1 stop
MSY6:10 pmNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
Delta
Feb 7
MSY11:57 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong
4h 23m
1 stop
MDW4:20 pmChicago Midway
Feb 10
MDW6:00 amChicago Midway
4h 52m
1 stop
MSY10:52 amNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

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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 May is your next best option. Flight prices from New Orleans to Chicago during May average around $195.

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 $209. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from New Orleans to Chicago for around $313.

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 $149. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $268.

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?

The best time to book a flight to Chicago from New Orleans is 44 days out, which is when prices tend to be around $254. Don’t hesitate to check prices now though because momondo users recently found tickets for as low as $64.

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 48% 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 January 2025, prices for New Orleans to Chicago flights are approximately 39% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$37

Fastest flight time

2h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Chicago from New Orleans in the past 72 hours is $37. The best round-trip flight deal from New Orleans to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $86.
The fastest flight from New Orleans to Chicago takes 2h 15m
Direct flights go from New Orleans to Chicago every day.
There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

  • 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 $86. 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.

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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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from New Orleans to Chicago?

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $46Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,088 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $59Free CancellationRating
6.0
3,451 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $157Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $157Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,963 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $189Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,679 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $196Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,526 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From New Orleans to Chicago

    Southwest flies from New Orleans to Chicago around 3 times per week, with 4,679 momondo users rating the airline 8.1/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from New Orleans to Chicago in the last 72 hours was $189 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $339 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 $157, 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 8 flights out of New Orleans into Chicago in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 8,963 United Airlines reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 7.4/10.


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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.

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