Chicago to New Orleans Flights
Flights from Chicago (CHI) to New Orleans (MSY) connect United States and US. The great-circle distance is approximately 1,344 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 2 to 3 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include CHI, ORD, MDW and MSY, NEW. The reverse route is New Orleans to Chicago. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Chicago, United States
- Destination
- New Orleans, US
- Distance
- 1,344 km
- Typical duration
- about 2 to 3 hours
- Origin codes
- CHI, ORD, MDW
- Destination codes
- MSY, NEW
- Primary keyword
- flights from Chicago to New Orleans
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Route overview
Chicago to New Orleans is a city-pair air route between United States and US. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are CHI and MSY. Related codes: CHI, ORD, MDW → MSY, NEW.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 1,344 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 2 to 3 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Chicago airports and metro codes: CHI, ORD, MDW.
New Orleans airports and metro codes: MSY, NEW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route New Orleans to Chicago, other destinations from Chicago, and other origins into New Orleans.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Chicago to New Orleans?
Direct flights from Chicago to New Orleans typically take about 2 to 3 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Chicago to New Orleans?
The great-circle distance between Chicago and New Orleans is approximately 1,344 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Chicago to New Orleans?
Chicago is commonly searched with code CHI (related: CHI, ORD, MDW). New Orleans is commonly searched with code MSY (related: MSY, NEW).
Are there direct flights from Chicago to New Orleans?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from New Orleans to Chicago?
The reverse city pair is New Orleans to Chicago. Distance is the same great-circle measure (1,344 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Chicago to New Orleans route connect?
This route connects United States (Chicago) with US (New Orleans).