Cheap flights from Charleston (CHS)

South Carolina Lowcountry gateway to historic Charleston

Charleston International sits about 12 miles northwest of downtown Charleston in North Charleston, South Carolina. The airport shares its runways with Joint Base Charleston. Southwest is the largest carrier, followed by American, Delta, United, and JetBlue. Common nonstops include Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas-Fort Worth, New York, Boston, and Chicago. Tourism to historic Charleston drives strong year-round leisure traffic.

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Airlines flying from Charleston (CHS)

Major carriers: Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, JetBlue Airways. Low-cost carriers: Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Breeze Airways.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the cheapest time to fly to Charleston?
Late January, February, and early September are the cheapest windows for CHS, falling outside the spring wedding and fall tourism peaks. Summer beach demand is strong but less extreme than spring. Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap surfaces the cheapest departure week for your route so you can target the trough months.
Which airlines fly from Charleston International?
Southwest runs the largest operation at CHS, with American, Delta, United, and JetBlue each providing strong hub-feed and East Coast coverage. Breeze Airways operates a major base with point-to-point routes. Spirit and Frontier add seasonal leisure service. Flightmussy compares all of them in one search, no signup.
Are there direct flights from Charleston to the West Coast?
American operates a seasonal nonstop from CHS to Los Angeles, and Delta has run seasonal Salt Lake City service. Most West Coast itineraries connect via Atlanta, Charlotte, Dallas-Fort Worth, or Chicago. Flightmussy's full-year search compares all routing options to find the cheapest total fare for your travel dates.
How far is Charleston Airport from downtown?
CHS is about 12 miles northwest of downtown Charleston in North Charleston, typically 20-30 minutes by car via I-26. CARTA Express Route 11 connects the airport with downtown Charleston for a flat fare. Rental car counters are in a consolidated facility adjacent to the terminal.

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