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New Orleans Museum of Art
Leading art museum in City Park with major European, American, African, and contemporary collections plus a renowned sculpture garden.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
€85
Average ticket price on Oct 10
€191
Fastest journey on Oct 10
4 h 41 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
7 h 11 m
Flights on Oct 10
6
Distance
1044 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Charlotte, NC to New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charlotte, NC to New Orleans, LA will cost around €191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 6 flights from Charlotte, NC to New Orleans, LA, including 6 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct flights cover the 1044 km distance in an average of 7 h 11 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 4 h 41 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the longest flights will take 10 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Flights from Charlotte, NC to New Orleans, LA depart on average 52 times per day, taking around 4h 58m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €48 if you book in advance.
There are 6 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:09. The fastest flight covers the 648 miles (1044 km) distance in 1h 50m. October is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 648 miles (1044 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Flights per day 52 |
Direct flights 6 |
Fastest flight 1h 50m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 11:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
The table below shows live departures for Charlotte, NC to New Orleans, LA flights for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:16 AM Charlotte, NC | 2h11 | 1:27 PM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:26 PM Charlotte, NC | 8h51 | 10:17 PM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:50 PM Charlotte, NC | 11h40 | 4:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:20 PM Charlotte, NC | 10h24 | 3:44 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Charlotte, NC | 2h07 | 8:22 PM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:47 PM Charlotte, NC | 5h14 | 12:01 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:31 PM Charlotte, NC | 7h52 | 3:23 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Charlotte, NC | 6h01 | 3:31 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:49 PM Charlotte, NC | 6h09 | 4:58 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Leading art museum in City Park with major European, American, African, and contemporary collections plus a renowned sculpture garden.
Powerful museum using immersive exhibits to explain World War II through personal stories, artifacts, and major military history.
Smithsonian-affiliated museum devoted to Southern art, design, and culture in a contemporary warehouse district setting.
The city’s most famous neighborhood, packed with historic architecture, music, courtyards, and essential New Orleans street life.
Lively public square facing St. Louis Cathedral, ideal for architecture, performers, and a classic introduction to the city.
Vast urban park with oak groves, lagoons, museums, and trails, offering one of the best green escapes in New Orleans.
A hearty Creole rice dish with sausage, chicken, and seafood. It reflects Spanish, French, and local influences central to New Orleans cooking.
A rich Louisiana stew usually made with roux, okra or filé, and seafood or sausage. It is a signature dish of Creole and Cajun tradition.
A classic po' boy is a French bread sandwich stuffed with fried shrimp, oysters, or roast beef. It is one of the city's most iconic everyday foods.
Celebrated Creole restaurant famous for gumbo z'herbes, turtle soup, and jazz brunch in an elegant Garden District mansion.
Casual landmark for classic po' boys and fried seafood. Expect a lively, old-school New Orleans atmosphere near the French Quarter.
Historic coffee stand best known for beignets and chicory café au lait. It is busy, informal, and one of the city's essential stops.
Moderate for U.S. cities: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but food and transit are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or $1 at cafes for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charlotte, NC to New Orleans, LA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Charlotte, NC to New Orleans, LA flights use the Douglas International Airport to New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International airport pair. Use this guide to compare Charlotte, NC and New Orleans, LA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Douglas International Airport is 8 km from Charlotte city centre. Public transport options include:
Douglas International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Various restaurants including fast food and sit-down options in the main terminal; top picks include Bojangles' and Starbucks
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Douglas International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Douglas International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Douglas International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, such as the Sheraton Charlotte Airport Hotel, within a short drive..
New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International is 1 km from New Orleans city centre. Public transport options include:
New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in Concourse B and C, including local cuisine and fast food options like Café du Monde and MoPho.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout the airport, near baggage claim and ticketingas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotels like Hilton New Orleans Airport within walking distance..
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