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Cheapest round-trip
$333
Typical prices: $312-$449
American Airlines
Sun 12/9Wed 12/12
ORD - BTR • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$170
Typical prices: $258-$442
American Airlines
Tue 11/27
ORD - BTR • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and Baton Rouge. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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ORD - BTR
Cheapest • 4% average savings
MDW - BTR
Most popular
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February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH)
Cheapest • Avg $397 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 5h 16m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge (CHI-BTR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Baton Rouge

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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5:12 pm - 10:08 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
4h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:28 amBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:02 pm - 6:19 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:28 amBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
American Airlines Logo
8:31 am - 1:54 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:11 am - 6:29 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$333American Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:57 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:39 pm - 10:17 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-MDW Chicago Midway
4h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
Wed, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 27
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:55 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:00 pm - 10:45 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-MDW Chicago Midway
5h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
United Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 11:26 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 41m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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3:56 pm - 9:37 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 41m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$339United Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
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5:45 am - 11:26 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 41m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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5:00 am - 10:11 amBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 11m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$339United Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
American Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 4:11 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
6h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:42 pm - 11:59 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:25 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 55m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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6:06 pm - 10:59 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 53m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$339United Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 10
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 10:28 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BTR Baton Rouge Ryan
5h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:42 pm - 11:59 pmBTR  Baton Rouge Ryan-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$339American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago to Baton Rouge flights

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

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge typically range from $312 to $449. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $333, on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Baton Rouge flight route?

There's little price difference between Chicago to Baton Rouge routes. They average around $367 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago to Baton Rouge. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Baton Rouge at $308 round-trip.
•September ($650) and August ($493) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 111% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Chicago to Baton Rouge flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$170
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Baton Rouge

When to book flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Baton Rouge based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago to Baton Rouge flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago to Baton Rouge takes 00m, covering 807 miles.

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

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago to Baton Rouge flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge range from $312 to $449, with an average of $370 over the past 12 months. Anything below $312 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago to Baton Rouge changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $333 to $1,419. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago to Baton Rouge looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago to Baton Rouge are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $291.

  • What car rental options are available at Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR)?

    Baton Rouge Ryan Airport (BTR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $79 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

    Flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Baton Rouge Ryan (BTR).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge most commonly connect through:

    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Chicago to Baton Rouge. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $328 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $455, a difference of $127.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago to Baton Rouge?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 16m, compared with 5h 26m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 5h 32m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

Your guide to booking Chicago to Baton Rouge flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $328, about $127 less than Sunday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago to Baton Rouge trip for February. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $342 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Baton Rouge Ryan Airport.

    • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport
    • SpringHill Suites by Marriott Baton Rouge North/Airport
    • Days Inn by Wyndham Baton Rouge Airport

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