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$44+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Charleston (MSY - CHS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — CHS
Feb 5 — Feb 121
Thu 2/5
Thu 2/12
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Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Charleston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) to Charleston (CHS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 6, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$111
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$44
(Expedia)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$240

Good round-trip deal

$141 or less

Good one-way deal

$109 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 6, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/218:00 amMSY - CHS
Nonstop1h 47mBreeze Airways
Mon 2/235:45 pmCHS - MSY
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/5$111
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/148:00 amMSY - CHS
Nonstop1h 47mBreeze Airways
Tue 2/175:02 pmCHS - MSY
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/4$116
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/226:05 amMSY - CHS
1 stop10h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/256:35 pmCHS - MSY
1 stop14h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/5$118
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/216:20 amMSY - CHS
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/235:45 pmCHS - MSY
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$121
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/228:00 amMSY - CHS
Nonstop1h 47mBreeze Airways
Mon 1/265:20 pmCHS - MSY
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/4$122
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/236:05 amMSY - CHS
1 stop10h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/265:20 pmCHS - MSY
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/28:05 amMSY - CHS
Nonstop1h 47mBreeze Airways
Sat 3/75:40 pmCHS - MSY
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/3$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/238:00 amMSY - CHS
Nonstop1h 47mBreeze Airways
Mon 1/265:20 pmCHS - MSY
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/4$127
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/236:05 amMSY - CHS
1 stop10h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/254:56 pmCHS - MSY
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/78:00 amMSY - CHS
Nonstop1h 47mBreeze Airways
Sat 3/75:40 pmCHS - MSY
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/3$131
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/228:00 amMSY - CHS
Nonstop1h 47mBreeze Airways
Sun 1/254:56 pmCHS - MSY
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/5$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/238:00 amMSY - CHS
Nonstop1h 47mBreeze Airways
Sun 1/254:56 pmCHS - MSY
Nonstop2h 07mBreeze Airways
Deal found 1/4$133

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans to Charleston that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Charleston that are best for you.

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New OrleansCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 2/13

5:06 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop3h 47m

Charleston

Tue 2/17

5:02 pm-6:09 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$127

New OrleansCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 2/26

8:00 am-10:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Charleston

Thu 2/26

3:31 pm-7:32 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$155

New OrleansCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/30

8:00 am-10:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Charleston

Sun 2/1

4:56 pm-6:03 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$157

New OrleansCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 3/12

8:00 am-10:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Charleston

Sun 3/15

4:56 pm-6:03 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$158

New OrleansCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 1/30

8:00 am-10:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Charleston

Sun 2/1

6:35 pm-8:22 am

1 stop14h 47m

$161

New OrleansCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/4

7:27 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop21h 13m

Charleston

Mon 3/9

5:45 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$165

New OrleansCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 3/4

7:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Charleston

Mon 3/9

2:00 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$167

New OrleansCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 1/17

6:20 am-4:55 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Charleston

Sun 1/18

4:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$182

New OrleansCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/2

7:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop5h 54m

Charleston

Tue 3/10

2:00 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$183

New OrleansCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 3/30

8:05 am-10:52 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Charleston

Mon 3/30

1:39 pm-4:26 pm

1 stop3h 47m

$186

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans to Charleston in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Charleston flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Charleston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Charleston flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-Charleston flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for New Orleans-Charleston flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Charleston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Charleston from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Charleston

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Charleston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Charleston. Price data was last updated on January 2, 2026.

The best time to book flights from New Orleans to Charleston is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Charleston?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Charleston (average of $98). Flying from New Orleans to Charleston in May is currently the most expensive (average of $143). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MSY to CHS?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans to Charleston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 6, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from New Orleans to Charleston as you normally would.

The best insider tips for New Orleans to Charleston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New Orleans to Charleston trip
Airports
MSY

MSY's TSA security checkpoint averages a 15-minute wait, making it efficient for early departures. All concourses are connected post-security.

Read more about MSYBy Brandon Schultz
CHS

For quick access to Charleston, rideshare services are recommended over taxis. They offer frequency and in-app tracking.

Read more about CHSBy Ramsey Qubein
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Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CHS

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Charleston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charleston. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Charleston. Reviews last updated January 6, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from New Orleans to Charleston have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,247 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,018 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,085 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,279 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
255 reviews

Entertainment

6.7

Food

6.7

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 16
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

RSW - ISP

There was no food offered so I had to just put okay. Other than that all was great.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans to Charleston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this New Orleans to Charleston flight route?

    This flight path from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Charleston was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Charleston?

    For as low as $127, Breeze Airways can have you in Charleston from New Orleans in 3h 47m. New Orleans and Charleston are separated by a distance of 634 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New Orleans to Charleston round-trip?

    Currently priced at $107, Spirit Airlines will fly you from New Orleans to Charleston and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Breeze Airways and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $119 and $196, respectively. You may be able to fly from New Orleans to Charleston for 56% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Orleans to Charleston one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $55 on Breeze Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $98 and American Airlines from $116 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Charleston?

    While on average a flight from New Orleans to Charleston is generally $163, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $89. When looking at the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Charleston), you can expect to pay $111 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Charleston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Orleans to Charleston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Charleston?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Orleans to Charleston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Charleston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans to Charleston by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Charleston?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Charleston (average of $98). Flying from New Orleans to Charleston in May is currently the most expensive (average of $143). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from New Orleans to Charleston

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans to Charleston. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$120Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$141Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$201Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$272Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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