Cheap Flights from Chicago (CHI) to New Orleans (MSY)

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$347 $337

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Wed, 19 Feb ORD - MSY

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Thu, 02 Jan MDW - MSY

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$127 $123

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$188 $181

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$190 $183

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Route information

Distance: 831 miles

Chicago airports

O'hare International Airport (ORD) How far from city center: 14 miles

Midway Airport (MDW) How far from city center: 4 miles

New Orleans airports

L Armstrong Intl (MSY) How far from city center: 12 miles

Going to and from the airports

Flights from Chicago

Chicago, also known as 'The Windy City', is considered as one of the greatest city in America. This city is an architectural stunner; you can take an architectural boat ride down its 26 miles of lakefront or an enchanting helicopter tour over it skyscrapers.

Chicago is the largest city of Illinois, the third most populated city of the United States, situated on Lake Michigan. It is the birth place of the historic and iconic "Route 66". Chicago is serviced by two airports. There are a number of flights that take off including last minute flights to New Orleans.

Travelling to Chicago airport

The O'Hare or the Midway airports are well connected with the city center via ground transportation. One can have a long relaxed ride on the city trains and buses, which directly connect you to the airport. You can also travel in the luxury of taxicabs, or the cheaper and faster shared shuttle services.

But if you are on a quick trip and catching flights to New Orleans, you could use you own car to get around. Chicago offers a multitude of parking options at the airport which could be short term or long term parking. What's more, you can use the valet parking services and have the car waiting for once you get back.

Reaching New Orleans

New Orleans, also nicknamed the "Big Easy", is one of America's most historically and culturally rich destinations. It is home to unique culture, food and music. This city goes at a slow and relaxed pace, because it's all about enjoying the experience when in New Orleans.

Here the music never stops, as the clubs are open late into the night. There is always something to enjoy as fun-filled festivals are celebrated all through the year. Shopping is an experience in itself, be it in the flea market or in the malls. You will find small family run antique and jewelry stores lining the streets of New Orleans.

Getting to the city center

The best way to travel from Chicago to New Orleans is by air. On arrival at the airport, one can reach the central business district or downtown by airport shuttle buses, limos, taxis, rental cars and buses that run to and from the airport regularly.

The airport shuttle can take you to any part of the city in their clean mini buses. You could also opt for private traditional taxis or share rides using Uber or Lyft to reach your destination. Renting a car here will give you the freedom to move around the city on your own. If you prefer to travel in luxurious style, book a limousine.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Chicago to New Orleans

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United States. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from Chicago to New Orleans, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Chicago to New Orleans is $38. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When booking, when is the best time to get the best prices for flights from Chicago to New Orleans?

The most popular months to book a trip from Chicago to New Orleans are October, February and January, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Chicago to New Orleans?

The best time of the year to visit New Orleans depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, March is the best month to fly to New Orleans from Chicago in terms of searches from our customers, followed by November and October. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds September, January and August are the months with fewer searches for Chicago - New Orleans.

How long does the flight from Chicago to New Orleans take?

Flight length from Chicago to New Orleans is around 02:21 hours on average, at an average distance of 1,351 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between Chicago and New Orleans?

The main route from Chicago to New Orleans is: Midway Airport (MDW) to L Armstrong Intl (MSY). The following airlines fly this route: Frontier Airlines. Alternatively, you can find Chicago - New Orleans flights between O hare International Airport (ORD) to L Armstrong Intl (MSY) with the following airline(s) flying the route: Spirit Airlines. American Airlines. Frontier Airlines.

The airlines that fly indirectly from Chicago to New Orleans are:

Spirit Airlines, stopping at Dallas during at least 174 minutes.

Flying Time 2 h and 21 m When flying from Chicago to New Orleans, this can take around 2 h and 21 m in flying time, however this flight duration can vary due to other factors

Cheapest flight $38 The best price for flights from Chicago to New Orleans offered by eDreams, which have been found by our customers in the last 3 days

Departure Airport O'hare International Airport O'hare International Airport is where you'll take off when flying from Chicago to New Orleans

Arrival Airport L Armstrong Intl You'll land at L Armstrong Intl when flying from Chicago to New Orleans