What airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from Charleston according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Charleston to Washington, D.C. on average per week?

As of July 2026, 132 flights take off from Charleston and land in Washington, D.C. each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Charleston to Washington, D.C.?

Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

How many flights depart from Charleston to Washington, D.C. on average per day?

The number of flights available between Charleston and Washington, D.C. is 18 per day as of July 2026. The most frequent departure time is 2:00PM, with 46% of daily flights leaving at noon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Prices for flights from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C. are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C.?

As of July 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C..

How old do you have to be to fly from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C..

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $238 to $337. The lowest price recently found on this route was $159.

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2:06 pm - 5:45 pm

CHS

BWI

3h 39m

1 stop

7:24 pm - 11:00 pm

BWI

CHS

3h 36m

1 stop

$159American Airlines

Wed, Aug 12 - Sat, Aug 15

3:13 pm - 9:30 pm

CHS

BWI

6h 17m

1 stop

6:24 am - 8:38 am

BWI

CHS

26h 14m

1 stop

$162Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

2:53 pm - 11:59 pm

CHS

BWI

9h 06m

1 stop

9:38 pm - 8:38 am

BWI

CHS

11h 00m

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$178Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17

6:00 am - 9:05 pm

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BWI

15h 05m

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7:27 pm - 8:38 am

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CHS

13h 11m

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$182Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 29

2:53 pm - 11:59 pm

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BWI

9h 06m

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9:38 pm - 8:38 am

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11h 00m

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$183Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17

11:30 am - 10:45 pm

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11h 15m

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CHS

5h 40m

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$185Southwest

Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10

6:45 am - 6:00 pm

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DCA

11h 15m

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12:55 pm - 7:45 pm

DCA

CHS

6h 50m

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$187Southwest

Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 12

7:46 pm - 9:30 pm

CHS

IAD

1h 44mnonstop

8:25 am - 10:11 am

IAD

CHS

1h 46mnonstop

$194United Airlines

Tue, Jul 28 - Tue, Aug 4

10:00 am - 11:37 am

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IAD

1h 37mnonstop

8:15 am - 10:03 am

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1h 48mnonstop

$209United Airlines

Thu, Jul 23 - Wed, Aug 12

6:00 am - 11:49 am

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IAD

5h 49m

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6:00 am - 11:54 am

IAD

CHS

5h 54m

1 stop

$214Delta

Wed, Aug 5 - Sun, Aug 9

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Jul 28

CHS7:46 pmCharleston

1h 44m

IAD9:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 4

IAD8:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 46m

CHS10:11 amCharleston

$194

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Jul 23

CHS10:00 amCharleston

1h 37m

IAD11:37 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 12

IAD8:15 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 48m

CHS10:03 amCharleston

$209

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Aug 6

CHS2:47 pmCharleston

1h 46m

IAD4:33 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 10

IAD8:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 46m

CHS10:11 amCharleston

$249

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Aug 12

CHS2:06 pmCharleston

3h 39m

1 stop

BWI5:45 pmBaltimore/Washington

Aug 15

BWI7:24 pmBaltimore/Washington

3h 36m

1 stop

CHS11:00 pmCharleston

$159

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Jul 28

CHS6:00 amCharleston

1h 35m

DCA7:35 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

Aug 4

DCA1:24 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 52m

CHS3:16 pmCharleston

$194

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Jul 28

CHS6:17 pmCharleston

5h 36m

1 stop

DCA11:53 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

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DCA1:24 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

1h 52m

CHS3:16 pmCharleston

$204

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11:30 am-10:45 pm

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1:30 pm-7:10 pm

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Charleston

Tue 8/11

6:45 am-6:00 pm

2 stops11h 15m

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Wed 8/12

12:55 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$187

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CHS - IAD

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Charleston

Tue 7/28

7:46 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

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Tue 8/4

8:25 am-10:11 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$194

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CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - IAD

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Thu 7/23

10:00 am-11:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/12

8:15 am-10:03 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$209

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - IAD

CHSIAD

Charleston

Wed 8/5

6:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop5h 49m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/9

6:00 am-11:54 am

1 stop5h 54m

$214

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Charleston and Washington, D.C.?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Charleston, with most prices found around $92. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in September, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from Charleston to Washington, D.C. during July average around $106.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from Charleston is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $337. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Charleston to Washington, D.C. for around $695.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $312. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets at noon because they tend to be around $640. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Charleston to Washington, D.C. flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Charleston when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $282 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from Charleston for as low as $211 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Charleston to Washington, D.C. flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Charleston to Washington, D.C. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Charleston to Washington, D.C. flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Charleston to Washington, D.C..

How have Charleston to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of July 2026, prices for Charleston to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

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Best Price Found	$176
Fastest flight time	1h 24m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun
Airports in Washington, D.C.	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Charleston in the past 72 hours is $176. The best round-trip flight deal from Charleston to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $250.

The fastest flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. takes 1h 24m

Direct flights go from Charleston to Washington, D.C. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Southwest.

There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. From Charleston there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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How far is Charleston to Washington, D.C. by plane?
The distance between Charleston and Washington, D.C. is about 453.1 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 24m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Prices for flights from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C. are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C.?
As of July 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C..
How old do you have to be to fly from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Charleston Airport to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Charleston to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Charleston and Washington, D.C., the leading plane model is Airbus A319, making up 15.95% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) with 14.36%, Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 with 13.19%, and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 with 10.69%.
What is the most popular airline from Charleston to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Charleston and Washington, D.C., the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 67% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 26% and Southwest with 8%.

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Southwest	PriceFrom $171	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,248 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,799 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,966 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $209	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,456 reviews	Search Delta flights

United Airlines Flights From Charleston to Washington, D.C.
Across 21 United Airlines flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. this week, the average price was $278, with the best United Airlines deals starting from $180 round-trip. 9,966 users have rated United Airlines on momondo, with an average score of 7.4/10.
American Airlines Flights From Charleston to Washington, D.C.
Another popular option for Charleston to Washington, D.C. flights is American Airlines (7.1/10, 11,799 ratings). American Airlines flies from Charleston to Washington, D.C. around 25 times per week, with deals starting from $180 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $320.

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