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Cheapest time to fly from Chicago to New Orleans

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the beginning of December. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Airlines that fly from Chicago to New Orleans

American Airlines

257€

Distance: 1,338 km

Chicago airports

O'hare International Airport (ORD)How far from city centre: 22 km

New Orleans airports

Book your flight from Chicago to New Orleans

Find direct and indirect flights from Chicago to New Orleans (United States) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

The lowest fare booked on this route in recent days was €87, though the price you see will depend on your travel dates and departure times.

A direct flight from Chicago to New Orleans takes around 2 h and 43 m, while indirect flights will take longer.

Airports and airlines connecting Chicago and New Orleans

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

Departure airport: O'hare International Airport (ORD)

Weather in New Orleans

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In New Orleans, the average temperature floats around 32ºC in the warmest months and 9ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

Highs: up to 33ºC
Lows: down to 8ºC
Hottest month: August
Coldest month: January
Driest month: October
Wettest month: June

How to save when flying from Chicago to New Orleans

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Chicago to New Orleans:

Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in New Orleans. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Chicago to New Orleans

On average, what is the price of a Chicago to New Orleans flight?

When flying from Chicago to New Orleans the average price will be €152. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.

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

On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Chicago and New Orleans. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.

When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Chicago to New Orleans flights?

The most popular month for flights from Chicago to New Orleans are: January, December and October.

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

A good period of the year to visit New Orleans from Chicago really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, August is the best month to fly to New Orleans from Chicago, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by February and January. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds December, November and September are the months with fewer searches for the route Chicago - New Orleans.

What is the duration of a flight from Chicago to New Orleans?

Flight time, on average, from Chicago to New Orleans is usually 2 h and 25 m on average, at an average distance of 1,337.56 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

What is the weather like in New Orleans compared to Chicago?

The average temperature in Chicago is 22º degrees in summer. New Orleans reaches 29º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 13º degrees in New Orleans, compared to the -3º average degrees in Chicago.

What airlines fly from Chicago to New Orleans?

Airlines that have direct flight routes from Chicago to New Orleans are:

American Airlines.

Frontier Airlines

American Airlines

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