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$41+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Charleston (RIC - CHS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — CHS
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Charleston are usually found in August or September, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Charleston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to Charleston (CHS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$82
(Priceline)

One-way from

$41
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$333

Good round-trip deal

$81 or less
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/249:21 pmRIC - CHS
Nonstop1h 25mBreeze Airways
Wed 5/286:25 amCHS - RIC
Nonstop1h 20mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/23$82
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/1110:20 amRIC - CHS
1 stop8h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/166:25 amCHS - RIC
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$166
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/145:30 amRIC - CHS
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Wed 5/219:40 amCHS - RIC
1 stop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 4/24$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:00 amRIC - CHS
1 stop26h 38mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/119:43 amCHS - RIC
2 stops30h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/23$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/225:00 amRIC - CHS
1 stop3h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/276:34 amCHS - RIC
1 stop3h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/295:20 pmRIC - CHS
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Thu 10/27:15 pmCHS - RIC
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/216:30 amRIC - CHS
1 stop3h 41mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2810:04 amCHS - RIC
1 stop4h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$289

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Charleston that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Charleston that are best for you.

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RIC - CHS

RICCHS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/24

9:21 pm-10:46 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Charleston

Wed 5/28

6:25 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$82

RichmondCharleston

RIC - CHS

RICCHS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 8/11

10:20 am-6:21 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Charleston

Sat 8/16

6:25 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$166

RichmondCharleston

RIC - CHS

RICCHS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/14

5:30 am-9:40 am

1 stop4h 10m

Charleston

Wed 5/21

9:40 am-2:46 pm

1 stop5h 06m

$229

RichmondCharleston

RIC - CHS

RICCHS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/7

6:00 am-8:38 am

1 stop26h 38m

Charleston

Sun 5/11

9:43 am-4:03 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$237

RichmondCharleston

RIC - CHS

RICCHS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 5/22

5:00 am-8:24 am

1 stop3h 24m

Charleston

Tue 5/27

6:34 am-10:08 am

1 stop3h 34m

$242

RichmondCharleston

RIC - CHS

RICCHS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 9/29

5:20 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Charleston

Thu 10/2

7:15 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop4h 05m

$255

RichmondCharleston

RIC - CHS

RICCHS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/21

6:30 am-10:11 am

1 stop3h 41m

Charleston

Wed 5/28

10:04 am-2:04 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$289

RichmondCharleston

RIC - CHS

RICCHS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 5/24

9:21 pm-10:46 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$41

RichmondCharleston

RIC - CHS

RICCHS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/20

6:00 am-10:09 pm

2 stops16h 09m

$102

RichmondCharleston

RIC - CHS

RICCHS

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/20

7:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$115

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Charleston in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Charleston flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Charleston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Charleston flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Charleston flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Richmond-Charleston flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Charleston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Charleston from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Charleston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Richmond to Charleston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Charleston. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Richmond to Charleston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Charleston?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Richmond to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIC to CHS?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Charleston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

When flying from Richmond to Charleston, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 71% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Charleston by month

Plan your trip to Charleston by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Charleston ranges from 2.4 - 7.2 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.2 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Charleston when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Charleston by month

Plan your trip to Charleston by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Charleston, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Charleston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charleston. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Charleston. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Southwest and Delta from Richmond to Charleston by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
159 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to Charleston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Richmond to Charleston flight route?

    Flights from Richmond Byrd Intl to Charleston have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond to Charleston round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Richmond to Charleston is Breeze Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $82 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Spirit Airlines, starting at $229 and $237 round-trip. Breeze Airways is 71% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Richmond to Charleston one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $41 on Breeze Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $102 and Southwest from $115 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Charleston?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Richmond to Charleston? While on average our users pay $86, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $81. The most popular route (Richmond Byrd Intl - Charleston), is priced around $82.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to Charleston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to Charleston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Charleston?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to Charleston.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to Charleston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to Charleston by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Richmond to Charleston?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Richmond to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Richmond to Charleston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Richmond to Charleston. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$75Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$188Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$231Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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