Flying from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Charleston International Airport to Orlando International Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Charleston and Orlando are in the same timezone, UTC-4.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your CHS to MCO flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Breeze Airways offers direct flights from Charleston International Airport to Orlando International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Orlando — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with Breeze Airways on this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Charleston International Airport to Orlando International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between CHS and MCO include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Charleston International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight is $39. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $83. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from CHS to MCO by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Charleston International Airport to Orlando International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CHS to MCO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Charleston International Airport to Orlando International Airport.
Handy information about Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Charleston International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.5% of flights that take off from CHS arrive at their destination on time.
Charleston International Airport is about 21 kilometers from central Charleston. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 3 hours 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Orlando International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near CHS:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MCO if you're on a late Charleston International Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with an Orlando International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and venture far and wide through Orlando and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Orlando International Airport about two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando International Airport to central Orlando has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Charleston International Airport to Orlando International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Orlando. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Orlando is July, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Charleston International Airport to Orlando International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CHS to MCO in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Orlando is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometers north of Orlando, a trip to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in United States, consider Miami, roughly 338 kilometers south of Orlando. Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena are the start of reasons to visit.