Cheap Flight Deals From Chicago (CHI) to New Orleans (MSY) Starting at $52

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Chicago to New Orleans

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Jun 3
MDW
Midway Intl.
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
$333 One way, found 6 days ago
$333
One way
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Jun 3 from Midway Intl. to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl., priced at $333 found 6 days ago
Sat, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 13
MDW
Midway Intl.
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
$333 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Jun 3 from Midway Intl. to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl., returning Tue, Jun 13, priced at $333 found 6 days ago
Sat, Jun 3
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
$353 One way, found 12 hours ago
$353
One way
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 3 from O'Hare Intl. to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl., priced at $353 found 12 hours ago
Sat, Jun 3 - Sat, Jun 10
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
MSY
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
$353 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$353
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 3 from O'Hare Intl. to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl., returning Sat, Jun 10, priced at $353 found 12 hours ago

Airfares from $52 One Way, $103 Round Trip from Chicago to New Orleans

Prices starting at $103 for return flights and $52 for one-way flights to New Orleans were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Jun 20
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$52 One way, just found
$52
One way
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 20 from Chicago to New Orleans, priced at $52 just found
Mon, Sep 18
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$63 One way, just found
$63
One way
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 18 from Chicago to New Orleans, priced at $63 just found
Fri, Jun 23
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$77 One way, just found
$77
One way
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 23 from Chicago to New Orleans, priced at $77 just found
Tue, Oct 3
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$89 One way, found 15 hours ago
$89
One way
found 15 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 3 from Chicago to New Orleans, priced at $89 found 15 hours ago
Tue, Aug 29
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$91 One way, found 22 hours ago
$91
One way
found 22 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Aug 29 from Chicago to New Orleans, priced at $91 found 22 hours ago
Tue, Jun 20 - Wed, Jun 21
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$103 Roundtrip, just found
$103
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 20 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Wed, Jun 21, priced at $103 just found
Mon, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 14
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$126 Roundtrip, just found
$126
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 11 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Thu, Sep 14, priced at $126 just found
Tue, Jun 20 - Wed, Jun 21
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$128 Roundtrip, just found
$128
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 20 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Wed, Jun 21, priced at $128 just found
Tue, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 25
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$178 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Oct 24 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Wed, Oct 25, priced at $178 found 14 hours ago
Wed, Aug 30 - Sun, Sep 3
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$203 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 30 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Sun, Sep 3, priced at $203 found 16 hours ago

New Orleans economy flight packages

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans Airport
4.0-star property

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans Airport

7.8/10 Good! (962 reviews)

Jul 1 - Jul 5

4 night stay

Chicago (ORD) to New Orleans (MSY)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $656, price is now $501 per person
per person
Great location and the free airport shuttle made my trip easy. The staff is super friendly and very professional. I enjoyed my stay, next time I am in NOLA this is my place!

Reviewed on May 26, 2023

New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District
4.0-star property

New Orleans Marriott Warehouse Arts District

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)

Jul 7 - Jul 10

3 night stay

Chicago (CHI) to New Orleans (MSY)

American Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

New Orleans (MSY) to Chicago (CHI)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $512, price is now $401 per person
per person
Near great food and shopping

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2022

Loews New Orleans Hotel
4.0-star property

Loews New Orleans Hotel

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)

Jul 7 - Jul 12

5 night stay

Chicago (MDW) to New Orleans (MSY)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $675, price is now $533 per person
per person
I was unaware of the construction so because of our view it was very loud

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2023

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More About Flying To New Orleans from Chicago

Route Information for Flights from Chicago to New Orleans

Origin Airport IATA Code
CHI
Destination Airport IATA Code
MSY
Distance
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Earliest Flight Arrival
Latest Flight Arrival

Traveling from Chicago to New Orleans

Airports in Chicago

The city of Chicago is primarily served by two international airports. Travelers looking for low-fare flights from Chicago can use Orbitz.com to find flights from both O'Hare and Midway. O'Hare International Airport is located approximately 17 miles northwest of downtown Chicago. Midway International Airport is located on the city's southwest side, approximately eight miles from Chicago's Loop. O'Hare serves as a hub for American Airlines and United Airlines, and Midway is a hub for Southwest Airlines.

Chicago Airport Parking

Daily, hourly, and valet parking are available at O'Hare. Rates vary from $2.00 to $10.00 per hour. An economy parking lot is also available at a rate of $2.00 per hour. Similar parking options and rates apply at Midway.

Chicago Airport Transportation

There are numerous transportation options for getting to and from both O'Hare and Midway. O'Hare can be accessed via regional trains, buses, and local mass transit lines. The CTA Blue Line offers a fast and convenient transportation option to and from this airport. Midway is served by the CTA Orange Line. Car rental services are available at both airports, and travelers can quickly book car rental services at either airport using Orbitz.com.

Chicago Airport Restaurants

Both O'Hare and Midway offer a variety of restaurant options for travelers. Restaurants located in both airports include Starbuck's Coffee, Chicago Style Hot Dogs, McDonald's, Auntie Anne's, Chili's, Cinnabon, and Dunkin Donuts, making it easy for visitors to grab a quick breakfast, snack, or meal. By using Orbitz.com, travelers can quickly and easily find low-fare flights from Chicago.

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport

Use Orbitz.com to help you find cheap flights to New Orleans. Louis Armstrong International Airport is the major airport that serves the city. It is located 10 miles west of downtown New Orleans in the city of Kenner, Louisiana. The airport services over 8.5 million passengers each year. Louis Armstrong International Airport is a hub for American Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and Southwest Airlines. To get low fares, use Orbitz.com when booking a flight to New Orleans.

Transportation at Louis Armstrong International Airport

Louis Armstrong International Airport has several transportation and parking options for visitors. The airport offers over 3,000 parking spaces for both short-term and long-term parking. Rates for short-term parking start at $2 an hour, and long-term parking prices are as low as $13 a day. Ground transportation includes airport shuttles, Amtrak, taxis, and public transportation. Taxi cabs from the airport to the city's center usually charge a flat rate of $33 per person.

Weather in New Orleans

New Orleans generally has a subtropical climate. Winters are usually very cool, with temperatures averaging 50 degrees. Pack light sweaters and coats. Spring and fall tend to be pleasant, with temperatures averaging 79 degrees. Summers can get very hot and humid, with temperatures reaching as high as 95 degrees. Be alert when travelling to New Orleans during hurricane season, which lasts from August to November.

Popular Attractions in New Orleans

New Orleans is home to a plethora of tourist attractions. Visitors to the city can tour the historic French Quarter and Garden District, which both offer sightseeing tours, as well as fantastic shopping. Audubon Park is another popular attraction. Its lush greenery stretches across Uptown New Orleans, right across the street from Tulane and Loyola Universities. If you are visiting during Mardi Gras season, which starts in February, you can watch a variety of parades traveling from Uptown New Orleans to the French Quarter. You can book cheap flights to New Orleans with the help of Orbitz.com.

Frequently asked questions

Am I able to catch a flight from Chicago to New Orleans now?
Our Covid-19 Travel Advisor can answer all your queries about current quarantine requirements and travel restrictions when traveling by plane from Chicago to New Orleans.
Are there non-stop flights from Chicago to New Orleans?
There most certainly are. As a matter of fact, there are 3 airlines that will fly you directly from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport. Lock in your seat with one of these well-known carriers:

  • United Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines

What is the shortest flight from Chicago to New Orleans?
The trip from Chicago to New Orleans can be as quick as 2 hours and 55 minutes. With a short and sweet flight time like this, why not grab some friends and organize a spontaneous getaway?
What airlines fly from Chicago to New Orleans most frequently?
Consider booking a flight with United Airlines (UA), which frequently services this route. This airline offers 73 flights every month between O’Hare Airport and Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). Also check out the fares available with American Airlines (AA). Offering 60 flights every month between Chicago and New Orleans, they’ll ensure your journey is just as good as the destination.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I cancel my flight to New Orleans?
We get that traveling right now has its challenges, so it’s good to know that many reservations booked through us are able to be cancelled or changed. If your travel plans to New Orleans have been affected by COVID-19, a lot of airlines are making things easier by offering credits to use at a later date. Just sign in to your account and you’ll quickly see what options are available. Our Customer Service Portal is the place to go for more information.
Are there flights to New Orleans with flexible change policies?
In most cases you’ll have the option to reschedule your flight to New Orleans without a change fee. All you have to do then is pay the difference between the old flight and the new one. Look for the “no change fees” filter and book with confidence.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.