Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Chicago from $76

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Chicago (MSY-CHI)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Frontier Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $76 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. MSY to ORD on Thu, Nov 5), while Frontier Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $159 departing on Mon, Sep 21 and returning on Thu, Sep 24.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from New Orleans to Chicago?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from New Orleans to Chicago with the following airlines, including: United Airlines American Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from New Orleans (MSY) to Chicago (CHI) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 3 hours 6 minutes to fly from New Orleans (MSY) to Chicago (CHI).

• When is the best time to book flights from New Orleans to Chicago?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Chicago is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from New Orleans to Chicago?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 46 flight per week flying from New Orleans to Chicago. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: United Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UA1677 (10:36)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from New Orleans to Chicago?

  To find best deals on flights from New Orleans to Chicago, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Thu, Nov 5, with one-way flights priced at just $76.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Frontier Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chicago travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from New Orleans (MSY) to Chicago (CHI) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from New Orleans to Chicago is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from New Orleans to Chicago on?

  After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from New Orleans to Chicago on September 23, 2026 with Frontier Airlines, with prices starting at $80.

• Which airports can I fly into Chicago from New Orleans?

  You can arrive at any of the following airports in Chicago: O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), and Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD). Flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to O'Hare International Airport (MSY-ORD) are by far the most popular option for this route.

• Is there any time difference between New Orleans and Chicago?

  The time difference between Chicago and New Orleans is 0m.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from New Orleans to Chicago?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from New Orleans to Chicago?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from New Orleans to Chicago is $200. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Chicago?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from New Orleans to Chicago is $348. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from New Orleans to Chicago on Trip.com?

  Enter New Orleans and Chicago, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the New Orleans to Chicago route?

  Frontier Airlinesare the most popular budget airlines flying from New Orleans to Chicago. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.