Orlando from Charleston, Oct 16–18: round trip from $348
When we checked, round-trip flights from Charleston to Orlando cost $348 per person ($696 for two) for Oct 16–18, 2026, which is 2 nights. The flight is a Breeze nonstop that takes 1h 28m, and the forecast shows highs from 77°F to 93°F with some showers. The best-value hotel is $259 for the stay.
The flight
$348 per person, round trip
$696 for two, taxes and fees included · Breeze · nonstop · 1h 28m
Out Fri, Oct 16, 3:27 PM – Fri, Oct 16, 4:55 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breeze | $348 | nonstop | 1h 28m |
| MX + F9 | $452 | 2 stops | 20h 18m |
| MX + F9 | $482 | 2 stops | 23h 58m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 8:06 AM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $696 |
| Avanti International Resort, 2 nights | $259 |
| Trip total for two | $955 |
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Why go now
It's $348 per person round trip, or $696 for two, nonstop on Breeze in 1h 28m. One heads-up on that price: it's above the $288 median of our 7 earlier checks on this route, and fares dropped as low as $191 during that stretch, so this isn't a markdown. Here's what it does offer. It's the lowest fare among this weekend's four finalists, and it's the only nonstop we found. The other options connect twice and don't land until the next day. Hotels keep the total down, with rooms from $64 a night. Flights, the best-value hotel and $520 of spending money add up to $1,475 for two. October also brings the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events. Friday's forecast is 93°F with a 40% chance of thunderstorms, then highs of 77°F to 80°F with showers.
The kind of trip this is
This is a theme-park long weekend with a food angle, since the October festival season is on. It suits couples or friends who are happy to pick one or two parks and leave the rest for another trip. Expect a busy pace from Saturday morning to Sunday. You land Friday at 4:55 PM, which leaves the evening free for dinner, a stroll down International Drive or an early night before the parks.
Weather in Orlando, Oct 16–18
Highs 77–93°F, a small chance of rain
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 16 | 93 °F | 76 °F | 40% |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 80 °F | 72 °F | 23% |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 77 °F | 72 °F | 32% |
Where to stay in Orlando
Avanti International Resort is the best value at $259 for the stay ($130 a night), with a 7.6 review score from 8,826 reviews. It sits in the Universal Orlando area, which works well if Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure or Epic Universe is your plan. Westgate Town Center Resort is the top rated at 8.5, at $272 for the stay ($136 a night) for a Deluxe Studio Villa in Celebration. Baymont by Wyndham Orlando North Millenia is the budget pick at $128 for the stay ($64 a night), with a 6.8 score and breakfast included. If your weekend is all Disney, Lake Buena Vista has hotels a short shuttle from the parks. All three hotels offer free cancellation.
Avanti International Resort
$259 for 2 nights, two guests · $130 a night
See roomsWestgate Town Center Resort
$272 for 2 nights, two guests · $136 a night
See roomsBaymont by Wyndham Orlando North Millenia
$128 for 2 nights, two guests · $64 a night
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Where in Orlando
- Walt Disney World Resort: On-site hotels with early park entry and free transport.
- Lake Buena Vista: Hotels a short shuttle from Disney with lower rates.
- Universal Orlando area: Walkable to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe.
- International Drive: Central strip with outlet malls, restaurants and attractions.
- Kissimmee: Vacation villas with private pools for larger families.
What to do in Orlando
- Watch the fireworks over Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom on Saturday night.
- Ride Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal.
- Spend a full day exploring the Epic Universe park.
- Eat your way around EPCOT's World Showcase during the Food & Wine Festival.
- Take a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River for a break from the parks.
Also worth it
- Explore the Epic Universe park
- Spend a day at EPCOT's World Showcase
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Charleston | Charleston International (CHS) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Orlando | Orlando International (MCO), Orlando Sanford International (SFB) |
| Flight time | 1h 28m nonstop |
| Distance | 319 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Orlando costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $696 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Avanti International Resort) | $259 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,475 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Charleston to Orlando
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $348 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $191 (Oct 12, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $288 |
| Price checks | 7 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events
- You don't need a passport. It's a domestic trip, you pay in US dollars and there's no time difference.
- Flights leave Charleston International (CHS) at 3:27 PM on Friday, Oct 16, and land at Orlando International (MCO) at 4:55 PM, a 319-mile hop.
- Prices include taxes and fees as found when we checked. Fares and rooms can change before you book.
- All three hotels offer free cancellation. Only Baymont by Wyndham Orlando North Millenia includes breakfast.
- October brings the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events, so plan your park days ahead.
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
When we checked, it was $348 per person round trip, or $696 for two, including taxes and fees. It's a Breeze nonstop from CHS to MCO that takes 1h 28m. The other options we found connected twice and cost $452 or $482 per person.
Is $348 a good price for this route?
Not compared with the past. The median of our 7 earlier checks was $288, and the lowest was $191. It is the cheapest nonstop we found for this weekend, though.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip from Charleston to Orlando, you pay in US dollars and both cities are on the same time.
What is the weather like?
Friday looks hot at 93°F, with a 40% chance of thunderstorms. Saturday has a high of 80°F and a 23% chance of showers. Sunday has a high of 77°F and a 32% chance of showers. Lows stay between 72°F and 76°F.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for a focused trip. You land at 4:55 PM on Friday, which gives you Saturday and Sunday for one or two parks, like Magic Kingdom or Epic Universe.
What does the whole weekend cost for two?
About $1,475 for two: $696 for flights, $259 for Avanti International Resort and $520 of spending money. If you stay at the budget pick, the hotel is $128 instead.
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