Direct flights from New Orleans to Chicago
20 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from MSY to MDW.
Flight time: about 1h56m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in New Orleans local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest SWA347 | 5:04a | 2h | Tue |
| Southwest SWA347 | 5:05a | 2h2m | Wed |
| Southwest SWA1775 | 5:39a | 2h2m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA498 | 5:50a | 1h54m | Thu–Fri |
| Southwest SWA3273 | 6:03a | 1h58m | Sat |
| Southwest SWA498 | 6:16a | 1h59m | Mon |
| Southwest SWA2667 | 9:02a | 1h56m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA4664 | 12:01p | 1h52m | Mon, Wed, Fri |
| Southwest SWA4664 | 12:05p | 1h55m | Tue |
| Southwest SWA4664 | 12:33p | 1h49m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA2844 | 2:20p | 1h48m | Sat |
| Southwest SWA2908 | 4:43p | 1h55m | Tue |
| Southwest SWA3015 | 5:26p | 1h53m | Sun |
| Southwest SWA2875 | 6:02p | 1h58m | Mon, Fri |
| Southwest SWA2875 | 6:33p | 1h53m | Thu |
| Southwest SWA2970 | 11:48p | 1h59m | Sun |
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The route
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Nonstop from New Orleans (MSY) to Chicago (MDW)
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) has 20 nonstop flights a week to Chicago (MDW), operated by Southwest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of MSY and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated July 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated July 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from New Orleans to Chicago?
The nonstop flight from New Orleans (MSY) to Chicago (MDW) takes about 1h56m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from New Orleans to Chicago?
Driving from New Orleans to Chicago takes about 13h 33m, covering roughly 926 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 1h56m.