BTR - CHI

$220 Find Cheap Flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Baton Rouge to Chicago departing on 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$303
Delta
Wed 5/13Sat 5/16
BTR - MDW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$220
Delta
Sat 5/9
BTR - ORD • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $303 (round-trip)
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Baton Rouge and Chicago. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $364 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 04m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago (BTR-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Baton Rouge to Chicago

Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 16
Delta Logo
3:48 pm - 9:09 pm
BTR
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MDW
5h 21m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:23 am - 12:50 pm
MDW
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BTR
6h 27m
1 stop
$303Delta
Sat, Jun 13 - Tue, Jun 16
Delta Logo
10:27 am - 4:56 pm
BTR
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ORD
6h 29m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:50 pm
ORD
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BTR
7h 20m
1 stop
$303Delta
Wed, Jun 24 - Sat, Jun 27
American Airlines Logo
6:16 pm - 12:42 am
BTR
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ORD
6h 26m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:19 pm - 9:48 pm
ORD
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BTR
8h 29m
1 stop
$313American Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Sat, May 9
Delta Logo
3:48 pm - 9:09 pm
BTR
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MDW
5h 21m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:45 am - 3:06 pm
MDW
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BTR
4h 21m
1 stop
$316Delta
Thu, May 7 - Sat, May 9
Delta Logo
7:04 pm - 11:59 pm
BTR
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ORD
4h 55m
1 stop
Delta Logo
3:00 pm - 8:30 pm
ORD
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BTR
5h 30m
1 stop
$316Delta
Fri, May 29 - Tue, Jun 2
Delta Logo
3:48 pm - 9:09 pm
BTR
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MDW
5h 21m
1 stop
Delta Logo
10:59 am - 6:24 pm
MDW
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BTR
7h 25m
1 stop
$323Delta
Fri, May 29 - Sat, Jun 6
Delta Logo
1:37 pm - 6:35 pm
BTR
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ORD
4h 58m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 12:54 pm
ORD
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BTR
7h 24m
1 stop
$323Delta
Tue, Jun 16 - Sun, Jun 28
United Airlines Logo
4:09 pm - 11:14 pm
BTR
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ORD
7h 05m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 11:20 am
ORD
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BTR
4h 50m
1 stop
$324United Airlines
Tue, Jun 23 - Sat, Jun 27
Delta Logo
10:27 am - 4:34 pm
BTR
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ORD
6h 07m
1 stop
Delta Logo
9:48 am - 3:12 pm
ORD
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BTR
5h 24m
1 stop
$326Delta
Wed, Apr 22 - Mon, Apr 27
American Airlines Logo
6:32 pm - 11:48 pm
BTR
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ORD
5h 16m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
3:26 pm - 9:25 pm
ORD
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BTR
5h 59m
1 stop
$334American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Baton Rouge to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Baton Rouge to Chicago departing in May.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago is January, where tickets cost $278 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $521 and $468 respectively.

Good to know

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$220
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 45% increase in price.
Flight from Baton Rouge to Chicago O'Hare Airport

When to book flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Baton Rouge to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago

  • What is the cheapest flight from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Baton Rouge to Chicago was $220 for a one-way ticket and $303 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Baton Rouge and Chicago?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Baton Rouge to Chicago. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

    Baton Rouge is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Chicago. You will leave Baton Rouge from Baton Rouge Ryan and you will be arriving in Chicago at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Baton Rouge and Chicago, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $338 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $344 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Baton Rouge is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Baton Rouge with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Baton Rouge to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Baton Rouge up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Baton Rouge to Chicago

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Baton Rouge to Chicago. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Baton Rouge to Chicago? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
DeltaOverall score based on 8398 reviews
7.9Comfort
7.2Food
7.8Entertainment
8.5Crew
8.1Boarding
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The flight was smooth, the crew was great but the plane was quite old

8.0 ExcellentDimitrina, Apr 2026
BOS - DCA
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The flight was smooth, the crew was great but the plane was quite old

Everything was great until I lost my water bottle and they can’t seem to locate it. I know I left it on the plane though.

WiFi didn’t work most of the time. The usb chargers would work only occasionally for 5 mins and wouldn’t charge after that. Had to keep trying repeatedly at each of the seats in the row.

The crew bent over backwards to thank us for flying and make us comfortable. The food service was quick and efficient. The Captain communicated and said goodbye and thank you as we departed. They really stood out!

Okay considering we had weather delays which the Pilot notified us of immediately!

Generally on time departures and arrivals, clean planes, sky miles membership provides great benefits (complimentary upgrades, etc).

Flight from Fort Wayne to Atlanta was the smallest in terms of cabin space that I've ever seen. A carry on I've used for 20 years BARELY fit in overhead compartment. I'm 5'10" and felt very cramped. Not the best experience.

I am writing to express my dissatisfaction with the poor service and unprofessional staff we encountered when traveling with an infant. Our flight was delayed, and the gate staff failed to manage the boarding process appropriately. Due to incorrect, unavailable, or missing 'pink tag' stroller and car seat check-in procedures at the gate, we were forced to board last. Furthermore, the gate staff was rude and dismissive, causing significant distress to our infant. To make matters worse, one of our checked items—an infant sleeper/lounger—was returned to us broken. Given the unsafe handling of essential equipment and unprofessional treatment, I expect a prompt resolution regarding compensation for the damaged items.

We departed and landed early which was a nice surprise. The boarding process was slow.

N Everything was perfect from boarding to assistance to baggage in Tampa

Great flight. Got to watch a movie. Smooth flight and early arrival at ORD.

It was better than excellent. The staff in Mason City were great. The young woman that pushed my wheelchair did more than could be expected of her. She came from India 17 years ago. I don't remember her name.

After arriving in Chicago, we were taxiing for 1.5 hours with infrequent and untruthful updates about the amount of time it would take to arrive at the gate. Minimally, the team could have provided timing expectations that were more truthful, especially one their original expectations were not met.

Every staff member was professional, friendly and courteous. The pizza twist was ok. It was warm but too much dough.

I had a terrible experience. My flight got delayed from Atlanta to Chicago on Monday April 6, 2026, and that led to me missing my next flight to Brussels. United Airlines didn’t provide me with any accommodation for shelter. I had to sleep at the airport in Chicago. The next flight I was put on didn’t leave until the evening hours of Tuesday 4/7/2026.

The flight was officially delayed 3 times, and was actually later than that. Combined, it was a 3 hour delay, but there was no recognition (miles, voucher, etc). The crew seemed stressed. The captain sounded nervous in his announcements. The flight itself was smooth and uneventful.

Just a bad day to fly. Flight was delayed from scheduled 6:50 pm departure to 8:50 pm. Combination of factors mostly related to weather at the destination airport (which is where the incoming flight originated) which delayed the inbound flight over an hour. Once on board, we taxied but had to hold again on the taxiway for 10 minutes or so. We did not get wheels up until after 9 pm. The flight was smooth but about 18 minutes from our destination, we had to hold for several minutes more due to weather at ORD. We finally landed at ORD about 11:08 pm (accounting for the time difference, that was about a 3 hour delay from our scheduled departure time). It felt like we were never going to get to our destination. But the flight crew and attendants were very good. The movie selection onboard was also very nice. Got to watch half of a movie just during our taxi from the gate at ATL due to the delay!

3 hour delay…. Nearly 2 hours sitting on tarmac. Do better, United. Or at least have the sense to not say “we hope you enjoyed your flight with us” upon disembarking.

Flights were on time. Free Wifi on plane. Everything was well organized.

Economy plus was so cramped I could not use my laptop. It was beyond bad.

I'm not sure American is capable of on-time arrivals and departures. When you land at ORD, you almost always get held on the tarmac because your gate is still occupied. I may have missed my connection, but that ended up up being significantly delayed as well. Once again, I finally got home well after midnight.

Crew at the gate was very crabby and not at all polite. The plane was very hot the entire flight. And the seat cushion was very worn out.

The staff are very, very professional. It's what flying should feel like.

Flight was delayed half hour before boarding, but when I checked flight aware the plane that would Pick us up had a delay of more than an hour. AA should let us know in advance to avoid waiting several hours in the airport

Delays with no explanation. It could have been handled better.

Jill was the flight attendant in first class she was fabulous!! Best flight attendant I have had in years.!! And I fly every other week. Other can learn from her!!

As a first class customer, there was no power the entire flight which limited my ability to work. I find this unacceptable. The first 11 rows on the left side of the plan were out. I was only offered the option to charge my phone which was not the issue because my laptop was out of power. I asked if there was anything that can be done for me, and the answer was, "no". I was not offered any type of compensation for this AA problem which caused me unnecessary stress due to inability to address business issues on an already challenging travel day. Flight attendants tried to reset the power once but that was the extent of their support. Very disappointing for the lack of expected services on a flight. Please contact me with customer focused response to this complaint.

There was no inflight service. Once we landed we were delayed to find a gate for an hour and a half which was 1/2 the total time in the air.

The chicken wrap was tiny ($13 for what looked like a 1/3 of a normal wrap?) and disgusting.

It was good experience this time. The flight was on time.

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