Flying from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in New Orleans is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Charlotte.
Flights from CLT to MSY start at 00:59 — the earliest with American Airlines. The last departure is at 23:03 with American Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 52 weekly Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CLT to MSY flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Getting to New Orleans (and then seeing more of United States!) is a snap with American Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating CLT to MSY flights. A reliable 84.46% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between CLT and MSY:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Nashville International Airport
Charleston International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
54 € is currently the best price for a one-way Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. Return flights start from 107 €. These fares may change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from CLT to MSY, book your trip six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
You'll find CLT at 5501 Josh Birmingham Parkway.
Of all flights departing from Charlotte Douglas International Airport, 77.67% land on time at their destination.
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Charlotte. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 4 hours 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near CLT:
Arriving at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Book a hotel near MSY if you have a late Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport rental car and explore New Orleans and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Dollar and Thrifty are popular providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to central New Orleans
The street address for MSY is 900 Airline Highway.
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is approximately 24 kilometres from the centre of New Orleans. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
The quietest month for a flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is May, while October is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to New Orleans based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in New Orleans, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CLT to MSY sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
New Orleans has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 121 kilometres north-west of New Orleans, a visit to Baton Rouge will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Louisiana State Capitol, Louisiana's Old State Capitol and Shaw Centre for the Arts.
If you want to check out another major destination in United States, head for Montgomery, about 451 kilometres north-east of New Orleans. Civil Rights Memorial, Rosa Parks Museum and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church are highlights.