Cheap flights from Illinois to New Orleans (MSY) from $38

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ORD — MSY
Jun 11 — Jun 181

How far in advance should I book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 31 days in advance, which can save you up to 71% on flights from Illinois to New Orleans compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 31 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $298. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $510.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Illinois to New Orleans?

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to New Orleans from Illinois. Users have commonly found prices around $298 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $66. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in November.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to MSY?

When flying from Illinois to New Orleans, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Illinois to New Orleans flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Illinois to New Orleans specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Prices were last updated on June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Illinois to New Orleans in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 6/157:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/185:10 amMSY - ORD
1 stop12h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$63
Tue 6/259:37 pmORD - MSY
1 stop10h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/212:04 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$65
Tue 7/1610:16 amORD - MSY
1 stop8h 32mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/174:42 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$75
Tue 7/162:11 pmORD - MSY
1 stop6h 25mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/173:52 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop5h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$76
Wed 7/175:10 amORD - MSY
1 stop10h 01mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/232:53 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop15h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$77
Tue 7/162:11 pmORD - MSY
1 stop6h 25mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/173:52 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop5h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$78
Sat 6/297:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/212:04 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$80
Sat 6/297:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/212:04 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$81
Mon 7/226:30 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 22mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/244:42 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$85

Illinois to New Orleans 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Illinois and New Orleans in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Illinois to New Orleans in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 8/147:40 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/214:07 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$50
Wed 8/287:40 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/411:36 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$55
Wed 9/48:22 amORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/711:36 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$61
Wed 9/48:22 amORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/711:36 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$62
Sat 6/157:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/185:10 amMSY - ORD
1 stop12h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$63
Tue 6/259:37 pmORD - MSY
1 stop10h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/212:04 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$65
Wed 8/287:40 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/43:20 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$68
Wed 8/217:40 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/244:07 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$69
Mon 8/126:30 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 22mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/144:07 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$71

Illinois to New Orleans flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Illinois to New Orleans for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Illinois to New Orleans. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sat 6/157:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/185:10 amMSY - ORD
1 stop12h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$63
Sat 6/157:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/1812:04 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop8h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$94
Sat 6/157:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/194:08 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop7h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$95
Sat 6/157:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/173:55 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$98
Tue 6/118:00 amORD - MSY
1 stop13h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/127:39 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$100
Sat 6/157:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/187:19 pmMSY - ORD
2 stops25h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$107
Sat 6/157:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/177:16 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop26h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$109
Sat 6/157:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/174:08 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop16h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$113
Sat 6/157:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/193:35 pmMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$116

One-way flights to New Orleans from Illinois

Search for one-way flight options from Illinois to New Orleans. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Illinois to New Orleans. Those needing a return flight from Illinois to New Orleans can use the search form above.
Tue 6/255:34 pmORD - MSY
1 stop6h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$38
Wed 6/197:02 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/6$44
Fri 6/217:22 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$49
Tue 9/246:00 amMDW - MSY
1 stop15h 45mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$52
Mon 7/157:30 pmORD - MSY
1 stop12h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$54
Tue 6/189:24 pmORD - MSY
1 stop11h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$55
Wed 6/125:01 amORD - MSY
1 stop11h 41mFrontier
Deal found 6/6$56
Wed 6/264:32 pmORD - MSY
1 stop6h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$57
Mon 7/157:30 pmORD - MSY
1 stop23h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/5$60

Find flights from Illinois to New Orleans within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 6, 2024.

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Chicago O'Hare IntlNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/11

Nonstop2h 14m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/18

Nonstop2h 34m

$62

Chicago O'Hare IntlNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/11

1 stop11h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 9/18

Nonstop2h 34m

$63

Chicago O'Hare IntlNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/21

Nonstop2h 18m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 8/24

Nonstop2h 33m

$69

Chicago O'Hare IntlNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/12

Nonstop2h 22m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/14

Nonstop2h 33m

$71

Chicago O'Hare IntlNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/19

1 stop26h 57m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/21

Nonstop2h 33m

$89

Chicago O'Hare IntlNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/12

1 stop10h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 8/14

Nonstop2h 33m

$90

Chicago O'Hare IntlNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/20

1 stop13h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 8/22

1 stop26h 18m

$115

Chicago O'Hare IntlNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/25

Nonstop2h 32m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/28

Nonstop2h 37m

$187

Chicago O'Hare IntlNew Orleans Louis Armstrong

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/17

Nonstop2h 28m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 8/20

Nonstop2h 38m

$189

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Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Orleans. Reviews last updated June 6, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines from Illinois to New Orleans. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.5
Good
994 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.4
Good
10,696 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

7.3
Good
14,227 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Illinois?

    Most people fly into New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) if they book a flight to New Orleans from Illinois. Louis Armstrong is conveniently located just 11.4 mi from New Orleans’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Illinois to New Orleans for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Illinois to New Orleans for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $62, but on average you can expect to pay $78.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Illinois to New Orleans for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Illinois to New Orleans under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Illinois to New Orleans is less than $101.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Illinois to New Orleans for under $100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Illinois to New Orleans within the next 7 days for less than $100.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Illinois to New Orleans one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $38 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $52 and American Airlines from $61 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to New Orleans?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to New Orleans?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Illinois to New Orleans consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (95%), United Airlines (84%) or Brussels Airlines (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to New Orleans?

    On average you can expect to pay $408 for a flight from Illinois to New Orleans. The cheapest flight overall is $35 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) is currently priced at $67.

  • What does ORD to MSY mean?

    Great question - ORD to MSY just means Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Moline Quad-City Airport (MLI), Greater Peoria Airport (PIA), Bloomington-Normal Airport (BMI), Springfield Capital Airport (SPI) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to New Orleans that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Illinois to New Orleans flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Illinois to New Orleans with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Illinois to New Orleans flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to New Orleans that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Illinois to New Orleans offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Illinois to New Orleans?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Illinois to New Orleans flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Illinois to New Orleans flight deals updated?

    The Illinois to New Orleans flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/6.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Illinois to New Orleans?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to New Orleans (average of $249). Flying from Illinois to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $341). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Illinois to New Orleans

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$50Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$79Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$138Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$173Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$197Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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Hourly flight availability from Illinois to New Orleans

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