Cheap flights from New Orleans to Charleston (MSY - CHS) from $46

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/25. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
MSY — CHS
Oct 1 — Oct 81

The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Charleston are usually found in October or March, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Sunday

How to find the cheapest flight from New Orleans (MSY) to Charleston (CHS)

All the information you need to plan the best MSY to CHS flight in 2023: compare New Orleans to Charleston flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Charleston.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Round-trip from

$234

One-way from

$119
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 25% potential price drop
From New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Charleston
One-way flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Charleston

MSY - CHS

Price

$234 - $407

CHS

Temperature

48.2 - 82.4 °F

CHS

Rainfall

2.4 - 7.2 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from New Orleans to Charleston?

Travelers have found that booking a Thursday departure is the best way to save up to 154% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 61 days in advance, which can save you up to 89% on flights from New Orleans to Charleston compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 61 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $260. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $360.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Charleston?

Flights from New Orleans to Charleston lean towards being more expensive in July. Prices are generally better when you fly from New Orleans to Charleston in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at $93.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Charleston (MSY - CHS)?

It’s optimal to fly from New Orleans to Charleston in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap United Airlines flights from New Orleans to Charleston

Take a look at some of the lowest-priced United Airlines flights heading from New Orleans to Charleston. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from New Orleans to Charleston

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Cheap New Orleans to Charleston flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for MSY to CHS flights for September, October
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Non-stop flights to Charleston from New Orleans

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One-way flights to Charleston from New Orleans

The cheapest one-way flights from New Orleans to Charleston
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New Orleans Louis ArmstrongCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/14

1 stop9h 05m

Charleston

Tue 10/17

1 stop12h 37m

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MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 10/17

1 stop9h 05m

Charleston

Tue 10/24

1 stop12h 37m

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MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/12

1 stop9h 05m

Charleston

Sat 10/14

1 stop22h 02m

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongCharleston

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MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 10/7

1 stop9h 05m

Charleston

Tue 10/10

1 stop22h 02m

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/25

Nonstop1h 49m

Charleston

Wed 11/1

Nonstop2h 02m

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 10/18

1 stop9h 05m

Charleston

Sat 10/21

1 stop22h 27m

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/12

Nonstop1h 49m

Charleston

Mon 10/16

Nonstop2h 02m

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 10/13

2 stops17h 00m

Charleston

Tue 10/17

1 stop12h 37m

New Orleans Louis ArmstrongCharleston

MSY - CHS

MSYCHS

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 12/15

1 stop5h 42m

Charleston

Sun 12/17

1 stop4h 41m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Charleston

To help decide which airline to fly from New Orleans to Charleston, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Breeze Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Breeze Airways
7.4
Good
12 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Really nothing. There was no food involved and I did not participate in any entertainment but the flight attendant who wins the gold star is Ralph on my flight from Portland to Sacramento! (7/24 take off at 6:15 am)

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about New Orleans to Charleston flights.

What airports do I use to fly from New Orleans to Charleston?

Charleston is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Charleston from New Orleans Louis Armstrong. Booking flights from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to Charleston (CHS) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to Charleston from 3 different airlines. 1h 49m is how long a flight from New Orleans to Charleston will take if you book a nonstop flight.

Can I find flights from New Orleans to Charleston for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from New Orleans to Charleston for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $98, but on average you can expect to pay $126.

Are there nonstop flights from New Orleans to Charleston for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from New Orleans to Charleston under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from New Orleans to Charleston is less than $235.

Are there last-minute flights available from New Orleans to Charleston for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from New Orleans to Charleston within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from New Orleans to Charleston?

Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Wednesday, Saturday.

How popular is this New Orleans to Charleston flight route?

How many flights depart from New Orleans to Charleston on average per day?

Per day, 1 flight departs from New Orleans to Charleston on average.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

How long is the flight from New Orleans to Charleston?

For as low as $98, Spirit Airlines can have you in Charleston from New Orleans in 1h 49m. New Orleans and Charleston are separated by a distance of 638 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

Currently priced at $98, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on Breeze Airways for as low as $115. You may be able to fly from New Orleans to Charleston for 51% 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 $46 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Breeze Airways from $61 and American Airlines from $93 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Orleans to Charleston?

What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Charleston?

While on average a flight from New Orleans to Charleston is generally $166, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $65. When looking at the most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Charleston), you can expect to pay $91 for that flight.

What does MSY to CHS mean?

New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is MSY and Charleston Airport is CHS. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

Top 3 airlines flying from New Orleans to Charleston

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from New Orleans to Charleston choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$82Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$149Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$162Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Weekly flight availability from New Orleans to Charleston

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from New Orleans to Charleston
Sunday1daily flight
Monday2daily flights
Tuesday1daily flight
Wednesday2daily flights
Thursday2daily flights
Friday2daily flights
Saturday1daily flight

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