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

As of May 2026, there are 16 flights per day flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. The most common time of day flights depart is 5:00PM, with 64% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

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

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

As of May 2026, 113 flights take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Charleston each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sun, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Charleston?

On average, it takes 1h 40m to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston if you fly out of Baltimore (the most popular airport in Washington, D.C.) and into Charleston (the most popular airport in Charleston). If you’re flying out of Washington, D.C. and into Charleston, then the flight time is around 1h 40m.

What airlines fly to Charleston?

American Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Charleston from Washington, D.C. according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Charleston. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Charleston on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

There are 5 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston Airport as of May 2026.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Washington, D.C. to Charleston Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Charleston Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Charleston Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Charleston Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $521 to $256. The lowest price recently found on this route was $137.

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6:40 pm - 8:25 pm

BWI

CHS

1h 45mnonstop

6:20 pm - 8:00 pm

CHS

BWI

1h 40mnonstop

$137Southwest

Tue, May 26 - Wed, May 27

1:35 pm - 5:40 pm

BWI

CHS

4h 05m

1 stop

6:20 pm - 8:00 pm

CHS

BWI

1h 40mnonstop

$147Southwest

Tue, May 26 - Wed, May 27

5:26 pm - 10:02 pm

BWI

CHS

4h 36m

1 stop

5:15 am - 9:23 am

CHS

BWI

4h 08m

1 stop

$157Delta

Tue, May 26 - Wed, May 27

5:26 pm - 10:02 pm

BWI

CHS

4h 36m

1 stop

6:15 am - 10:44 am

CHS

BWI

4h 29m

1 stop

$179Delta

Tue, May 26 - Thu, May 28

8:12 pm - 9:53 pm

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CHS

1h 41mnonstop

7:47 pm - 9:20 pm

CHS

DCA

1h 33mnonstop

$220American Airlines

Fri, May 29 - Mon, Jun 1

8:30 am - 10:16 am

IAD

CHS

1h 46mnonstop

10:00 am - 11:37 am

CHS

IAD

1h 37mnonstop

$220United Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Fri, Jun 5

8:38 am - 10:22 am

IAD

CHS

1h 44mnonstop

2:51 pm - 4:22 pm

CHS

IAD

1h 31mnonstop

$223United Airlines

Sat, Aug 8 - Tue, Aug 11

7:29 am - 3:06 pm

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CHS

7h 37m

1 stop

10:39 am - 6:59 pm

CHS

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8h 20m

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$227JetBlue

Sun, May 24 - Thu, May 28

3:20 pm - 10:06 pm

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CHS

6h 46m

1 stop

6:00 am - 7:34 am

CHS

DCA

1h 34mnonstop

$230American Airlines

Thu, May 28 - Thu, Jun 4

1:10 pm - 7:57 pm

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CHS

6h 47m

1 stop

10:39 am - 6:59 pm

CHS

DCA

8h 20m

1 stop

$240JetBlue

Sun, May 24 - Thu, May 28

Southwest flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

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May 26

BWI6:40 pmBaltimore/Washington

1h 45m

CHS8:25 pmCharleston

May 27

CHS6:20 pmCharleston

1h 40m

BWI8:00 pmBaltimore/Washington

$137

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May 26

BWI1:35 pmBaltimore/Washington

4h 05m

1 stop

CHS5:40 pmCharleston

May 27

CHS6:20 pmCharleston

1h 40m

BWI8:00 pmBaltimore/Washington

$147

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May 26

BWI1:55 pmBaltimore/Washington

6h 05m

2 stops

CHS8:00 pmCharleston

May 27

CHS2:25 pmCharleston

1h 35m

BWI4:00 pmBaltimore/Washington

$152

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May 28

IAD8:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 46m

CHS10:16 amCharleston

Jun 5

CHS10:00 amCharleston

1h 37m

IAD11:37 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$220

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Aug 8

IAD8:38 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 44m

CHS10:22 amCharleston

Aug 11

CHS2:51 pmCharleston

1h 31m

IAD4:22 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$223

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May 28

IAD8:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 46m

CHS10:16 amCharleston

May 30

CHS10:00 amCharleston

1h 37m

IAD11:37 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$224

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7:47 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$220

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Thu 5/28

8:30 am-10:16 am

Nonstop1h 46m

Charleston

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10:00 am-11:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$220

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8:38 am-10:22 am

Nonstop1h 44m

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2:51 pm-4:22 pm

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$223

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Sun 5/24

7:29 am-3:06 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Charleston

Thu 5/28

10:39 am-6:59 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$227

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DCA - CHS

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Thu 5/28

3:20 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Charleston

Thu 6/4

6:00 am-7:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$230

Washington, D.C.Charleston

DCA - CHS

DCACHS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 5/24

1:10 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Charleston

Thu 5/28

10:39 am-6:59 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$240

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Charleston?

The cheapest month to fly to Charleston from Washington, D.C. is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $51, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of April is another great option to travel to Charleston, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $96.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Charleston?

The cheapest day to depart from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for Charleston on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $284. The most expensive day to fly to Charleston is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $399.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Charleston?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Charleston is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $281. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Charleston, so prices are often more expensive at around $331 per ticket.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Charleston from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Charleston for around $325 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Charleston from Washington, D.C. for as low as $265 on momondo.

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

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

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

As of May 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to Charleston flights are approximately 14% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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Best Price Found	$130
Fastest flight time	1h 40m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Charleston	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Charleston from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $130. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Charleston found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $276.

The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston takes 1h 40m

Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Charleston every day.

There is 1 airport in Charleston. From Washington, D.C. there are direct flights to Charleston (CHS).

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Charleston by plane?
There are 453.1 mi between Washington, D.C. and Charleston. Typically, this will take 1h 40m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston Airport?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston Airport?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston Airport as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Washington, D.C. to Charleston Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Charleston Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Charleston Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Charleston Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 14.47% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 12.59%, Airbus A319 at 12.23%, and Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 at 11.97%.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and Charleston, the leading airline is American Airlines, making up 60% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 30%, Southwest with 7%, and Spirit Airlines with 2%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $88	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,636 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $111	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,460 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $162	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,674 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $181	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,310 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $189	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,681 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

United Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to Charleston
United Airlines operates around 15 flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $314, but momondo users have found United Airlines deals from Washington, D.C. to Charleston from as low as $189 round-trip. United Airlines has been scored 7.4/10 in 9,681 reviews.
American Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to Charleston
Another popular option for Washington, D.C. to Charleston flights is American Airlines (7.1/10, 11,674 ratings). American Airlines flies from Washington, D.C. to Charleston around 20 times per week, with deals starting from $162 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $310.

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