Cheap flights from Chicago to New Orleans
Fares from $104 in December 2026. Compare every month below, then book with the site you like.
Search Chicago → New Orleans flightsCheapest Chicago to New Orleans fares by month
Lowest price per person found in recent searches. Prices change often and are checked when you book.
- November 2026Nov 10 · one way · Frontier · 1 stop$142See deal
- December 2026Dec 4 · one way · Frontier · 1 stop$104See deal
- February 2027Feb 7 · one way · Frontier · 1 stop$117See deal
Chicago to New Orleans at a glance
- Distance839 miles
- Nonstop flight timeabout 2h 30m
- Cheapest monthDecember 2026
- Airport codesCHI → MSY
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Frequently asked questions
- How much is a flight from Chicago to New Orleans?
- The cheapest fare we found recently is $104 per person, departing Dec 4 on Frontier. Prices change daily, so search your dates to see today's fares.
- What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to New Orleans?
- December 2026 is currently the cheapest month, from $104. November 2026 is the most expensive, from $142.
- Are there direct flights from Chicago to New Orleans?
- The cheapest fares we found recently have at least one stop. Nonstop flights may still exist at a higher price; tick "Direct only" in the search to check.
- Which airlines fly from Chicago to New Orleans?
- The cheapest recent fares on this route were on Frontier.
- How long is the flight from Chicago to New Orleans?
- Chicago and New Orleans are about 839 miles apart, so a nonstop flight takes roughly 2h 30m. Flights with a stop take longer, depending on the connection.
- How do I find the cheapest flight from Chicago to New Orleans?
- Search your dates on Gotoesy. We list fares from several booking sites sorted cheapest first, show nearby dates when your day has no saved fare, and send you straight to the seller to book.
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