$51 Cheap Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Charleston (CHS)

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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Charleston (MSY-CHS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $51 for one-way flights and $102 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Breeze Airways
Sun, Aug 31 - Mon, Sep 8
MSY
New Orleans
CHS
Charleston
$102 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from New Orleans to Charleston, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $102 found 7 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Fri, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 22
MSY
New Orleans
CHS
Charleston
$107 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from New Orleans to Charleston, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $107 found 9 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Fri, Aug 8 - Sun, Aug 10
MSY
New Orleans
CHS
Charleston
$108 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from New Orleans to Charleston, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $108 found 7 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Wed, May 14 - Fri, May 16
MSY
New Orleans
CHS
Charleston
$112 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Wed, May 14 from New Orleans to Charleston, returning Fri, May 16, priced at $112 found 7 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Wed, Jul 23 - Thu, Jul 31
MSY
New Orleans
CHS
Charleston
$113 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$113
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Wed, Jul 23 from New Orleans to Charleston, returning Thu, Jul 31, priced at $113 found 8 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 14 - Mon, Aug 18
MSY
New Orleans
CHS
Charleston
$114 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$114
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from New Orleans to Charleston, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $114 found 18 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Aug 15 - Sun, Aug 17
MSY
New Orleans
CHS
Charleston
$197 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$197
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Aug 15 from New Orleans to Charleston, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $197 found 6 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 23 - Sun, May 25
MSY
New Orleans
CHS
Charleston
$215 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$215
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 23 from New Orleans to Charleston, returning Sun, May 25, priced at $215 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Fri, Jun 6 - Mon, Jun 9
MSY
New Orleans
CHS
Charleston
$233 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$233
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 6 from New Orleans to Charleston, returning Mon, Jun 9, priced at $233 found 3 hours ago
United
Tue, Jun 3 - Tue, Jun 10
MSY
New Orleans
CHS
Charleston
$257 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Jun 3 from New Orleans to Charleston, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $257 found 3 hours ago
Flights from New Orleans (MSY) to Charleston (CHS)
Origin airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl.
Destination airport
Charleston Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$101
Distance
634 mi

New Orleans to Charleston Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New Orleans to Charleston

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from New Orleans to Charleston are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Charleston with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from New Orleans to Charleston

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New Orleans to Charleston: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from New Orleans to Charleston

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from New Orleans to Charleston in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $51 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap New Orleans to Charleston flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your New Orleans to Charleston airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) cost?
Cheap round-trip fares from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) start at $102. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Breeze flight leaving MSY on May 2 2025 and touching down at CHS. The price was last updated on April 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MSY to CHS?
The cheapest flights from MSY to CHS are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
When departing from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY), you can board a direct flight to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) with Breeze Airways.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MSY to CHS?
At the moment, the cheapest airline offering one-way flights from MSY to CHS is Breeze. You can take off on this route from $51. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MSY on July 17 2025. Prices were last updated on April 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
On average, Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) offers 5 direct flights to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) per week. If you’re looking for more options, take advantage of Expedia’s filter tool to look for flights with one or more stops. Fit in a quick visit to another city or simply break up your trip.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
More people fly between MSY and CHS at 8 AM than at any other point in the day. Prefer a quieter experience? Travel outside of rush hours and you’re likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from MSY to CHS?
Friday offers the most flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS). Consider taking off on this day and you’ll have the best chance of finding a departure that fits your schedule.
What is the earliest flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
The first flight of the day jetting off from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) is at around 8:15AM UTC-6. Hop on this flight and you’ll land at Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) at approximately 11:05AM UTC-5. The overall travel time is 1h 50m.
How long does it take to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
Typically, it takes 1 hour and 50 minutes to cover the 640 mi from MSY to CHS.
What airline has the least delays from MSY to CHS?
Consider booking with Breeze Airways if you’d like to go straight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) without any holdups. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 88%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
To touch down at Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) on schedule, pick a flight that leaves from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Charleston from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY)?
Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) is the only airport in Charleston with direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY). Check out your options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from MSY to CHS right before your trip is generally more expensive. But if you’re flexible with your itinerary, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MSY to CHS flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a MSY to CHS flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What’s more, managing everything in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans Intl. Airport (MSY) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
In most cases, you’re able to reschedule or cancel your MSY to CHS flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline’s rules and fees on flight changes, or if you need more information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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