ORD - LCH

$279 Find Cheap Flights from Chicago to Lake Charles

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Lake Charles departing on 4/15. 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.
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chicago to Lake Charles, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Chicago to Lake Charles, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$279
American Airlines
Wed 4/15Wed 4/22
ORD - LCH • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$400
United Airlines
Sun 8/9
ORD - LCH • 1 stop
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American Airlines
Cheapest • from $279 (round-trip)
American Airlines
Best reviews • 7.1 score
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Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between Chicago and Lake Charles. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Dallas (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $372 (round-trip)
Houston (IAH)
Shortest trip • 5h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chicago to Lake Charles (ORD-LCH)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chicago to Lake Charles 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chicago to Lake Charles

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
American Airlines Logo
6:04 am - 11:00 am
ORD
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LCH
4h 56m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 11:48 pm
LCH
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ORD
5h 13m
1 stop
$279American Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Wed, Apr 15
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:00 am
ORD
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LCH
6h 00m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 11:48 pm
LCH
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ORD
5h 13m
1 stop
$329American Airlines
Sat, Apr 4 - Sat, Apr 11
American Airlines Logo
2:58 pm - 10:57 pm
ORD
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LCH
7h 59m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:21 am
LCH
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ORD
5h 21m
1 stop
$334American Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 12
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 1:08 pm
ORD
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LCH
7h 38m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 12:48 am
LCH
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ORD
6h 48m
1 stop
$369United Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Wed, Apr 15
American Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 10:41 pm
ORD
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LCH
6h 01m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 11:48 pm
LCH
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ORD
5h 13m
1 stop
$383American Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 18
American Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 6:04 pm
ORD
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LCH
5h 34m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 5:44 pm
LCH
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ORD
6h 14m
1 stop
$393American Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 12
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 1:08 pm
ORD
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LCH
7h 38m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 6:38 am
LCH
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ORD
12h 38m
2 stops
$488United Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Wed, Apr 15
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:00 am
ORD
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LCH
6h 00m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 11:48 pm
LCH
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ORD
5h 13m
1 stop
$489American Airlines
Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 8
United Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 5:17 pm
ORD
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LCH
23h 32m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 12:48 am
LCH
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ORD
6h 48m
1 stop
$513United Airlines
Mon, Apr 13 - Wed, Apr 15
American Airlines Logo
4:40 pm - 10:41 pm
ORD
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LCH
6h 01m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:35 pm - 11:48 pm
LCH
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ORD
5h 13m
1 stop
$521American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chicago to Lake Charles flights

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

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Chicago to Lake Charles?

The cheapest round-trip price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.

In the past 3 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Chicago to Lake Charles were found on American Airlines ($279) and United Airlines ($369).

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Cheapest flight$279
Flight from Chicago to Lake Charles

When to book flights from Chicago to Lake Charles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chicago to Lake Charles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Chicago to Lake Charles flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lake Charles?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Lake Charles was $400 for a one-way ticket and $279 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chicago and Lake Charles?

    No

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chicago to Lake Charles?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chicago to Lake Charles?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chicago and Lake Charles.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chicago to Lake Charles?

    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 Chicago to Lake Charles.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Lake Charles from Chicago 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 Chicago to Lake Charles?

    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 Lake Charles with an airline and back to Chicago with another airline. Booking your flights between Chicago and LCH can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 Lake Charles from Chicago up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Chicago to Lake Charles

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Chicago to Lake Charles. 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 Chicago to Lake Charles? 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.
7.1
American AirlinesOverall score based on 11473 reviews
7.2Comfort
7.5Boarding
6.4Food
6.9Entertainment
7.9Crew
Airline reviews

The gate got changed several times and the flight was delayed over an hour. Awful experience

2.0 MediocreGenesis, Mar 2026
ORD - SDF
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The gate got changed several times and the flight was delayed over an hour. Awful experience

American continues to decline in their customer service and its beyond disappointing.

It was an older plane. First Class was not especially roomy or comfortable. It was a short flight so there were no meal but they did offer mixed nuts which used to be normal but now is rare. Crew member was very polite and professional.

Flight to Tampa was delayed taking off due to plane arriving late but no other issues

As previously stated the delay I experienced flying from Wichita to Chicago caused a host of issues. When I finally was able to be booked on the last remaining American flight from Chicago to Cincinnati, the gate changed four times with the last change occurring very near the scheduled boarding time. While I didn't have a problem moving from gate to gate, I did notice and make note of others that had mobility issues and had to move each time for the gate change.

Maintenance took a very long time and then we were in a holding pattern. While a one-off maintenance issue is standard, there were delays on both of my flights for this trip based on maintenance issues with the planes, which delayed both flights over 45 minutes. Thankfully, I didn't have any connections but it wasn't an experience that would make me pick AA if I have other options.

No Snacks or Entertainment. The flight was short, snacks should still be given.

See prior comment about how Kayak mishandled my reservation and delayed my arrival by 6 hours.

Boarding delayed 20 minutes for no reason, no wifi, in flight entertainment, or snacks / waters?

Delayed an hour due to operational issues. Minimal apologies or care for the significant inconvenience caused. Landed at nearly 1am and they still couldn’t find ground staff to get us off the plane promptly.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Chicago to Lake Charles

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Chicago (ORD)
Lake Charles (LCH)