$65 Cheap Flights from Chicago (ORD) to New Orleans (MSY)

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Cheap Flights from Chicago to New Orleans (ORD-MSY)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $65 for one-way flights and $130 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Mon, May 12 - Fri, May 16
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$130 Roundtrip, just found
$130
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 12 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Fri, May 16, priced at $130 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, May 20 - Thu, May 29
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$136 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$136
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 29, priced at $136 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 30 - Mon, Jun 2
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$139 Roundtrip, just found
$139
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 30 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Mon, Jun 2, priced at $139 just found
Spirit Airlines
Tue, May 20 - Sun, May 25
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$145 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $145 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jun 13 - Sun, Jun 15
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$148 Roundtrip, just found
$148
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 13 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Sun, Jun 15, priced at $148 just found
American Airlines
Wed, May 21 - Thu, May 22
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$155 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$155
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 21 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Thu, May 22, priced at $155 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, May 19 - Wed, May 28
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$156 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, May 19 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $156 found 1 hour ago
United
Sun, May 25 - Fri, May 30
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$165 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Fri, May 30, priced at $165 found 4 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, May 28 - Fri, May 30
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$171 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 28 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Fri, May 30, priced at $171 found 4 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, May 25 - Fri, May 30
ORD
Chicago
MSY
New Orleans
$176 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Chicago to New Orleans, returning Fri, May 30, priced at $176 found 4 hours ago
Flights from Chicago (ORD) to New Orleans (MSY)
Origin airport
O'Hare Intl.
Destination airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$130
Distance
838 mi

Chicago to New Orleans Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Chicago to New Orleans

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Chicago to New Orleans are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Chicago to New Orleans with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Chicago to New Orleans

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Chicago to New Orleans: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Chicago to New Orleans

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Chicago to New Orleans in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $65 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Chicago to New Orleans flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Chicago to New Orleans airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) start at $120. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Spirit Airlines flight leaving ORD on May 12 2025 and touching down at MSY. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from ORD to MSY?
The cheapest flights from ORD to MSY are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
When heading out of O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you can jump on a direct flight to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) with American Airlines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from ORD to MSY?
At the moment, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from ORD to MSY is Spirit Airlines. You can jet off on this route from $60. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from ORD on June 8 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
When jetting out of O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), you can take your pick from an average of 4 daily nonstop flights to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Flights between ORD and MSY tend to be busiest at 10 AM. If you want a quieter trip and possibly cheaper prices, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from ORD to MSY?
Travel on a Friday if you’re looking for the largest selection of flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY).
What is the earliest flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Take the earliest flight at around 9:40AM UTC-6, leaving from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). You’ll be in the air for roughly 2h 33m, touching down at Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) at approximately 12:13PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Typically, it takes 2 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 840 mi from ORD to MSY.
What airline has the least delays from ORD to MSY?
United Airlines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), with an on-time rating of 82%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you go and get real-time alerts about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
To avoid possible delays on the O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for New Orleans from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)?
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) is the only airport in New Orleans with direct flights from O’Hare Intl. Airport (ORD). Explore the available options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from ORD to MSY are usually more expensive. For the lowest rates, start searching for flights well ahead of time. That being said, if your travel plans are flexible, it’s possible to find a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book an ORD to MSY flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking an ORD to MSY flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, managing everything in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just secure your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
In most instances, you’re able to reschedule or cancel your ORD to MSY flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you’d like further details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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