Distance from Chicago to New Orleans by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to New Orleans (LA) is 832 miles or 1339 kilometers or 723 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to New Orleans is 920 miles (1481 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 88 miles or 142 km.

Chicago to New Orleans Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and New Orleans, LA
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to New Orleans, LA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to New Orleans, Louisiana is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to New Orleans, LA

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to New Orleans, Louisiana is 920 miles or 1481 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to New Orleans, LA is 920 miles or 1481 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to New Orleans, Louisiana is approximately 920 miles (1481 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 16 to 17 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to New Orleans, LA

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to New Orleans, LA?
The total driving time is 16 hours, 52 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to New Orleans take?
Chicago and New Orleans are 16 hours 52 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Chicago and New Orleans

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and New Orleans (LA) is 1 Hours.
New Orleans time is 1 Hours ahead of Chicago.

Current local time in Chicago	Current local time in New Orleans
2025-12-19, 19:45:15 CST	2025-12-19, 20:45:15 EST

How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and New Orleans Louisiana, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and New Orleans, LA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	920 mi	1481 km	798.93 nmi
Straight line distance	832 mi	1339 km	723 nmi
Difference	88 mi	142 km	75 nmi

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