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$139+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Charleston (SFO - 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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHS
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 March 26, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$277
(Delta)

One-way from

$139
(Delta)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$460
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Mon 4/2112:08 amSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/296:30 amCHS - SFO
1 stop10h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/312:21 amSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/74:10 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$278
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/238:25 amSFO - CHS
1 stop9h 53mJetBlue
Wed 4/3010:21 amCHS - SFO
1 stop12h 54mJetBlue
Deal found 3/26$291
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Tue 5/65:40 amSFO - CHS
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Thu 5/82:55 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop9h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$292
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 4/106:00 amSFO - CHS
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Fri 4/1812:32 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/24$337
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1212:33 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 50mBreeze Airways
Sun 6/157:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 43mBreeze Airways
Deal found 3/25$416
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/36:00 amSFO - CHS
1 stop8h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/76:45 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop17h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$424
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sun 5/256:09 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop14h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/316:00 amCHS - SFO
2 stops14h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$430

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Charleston that are best for you.

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SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Mon 4/21

12:08 am-10:31 am

1 stop7h 23m

Charleston

Tue 4/29

6:30 am-1:36 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$277

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sat 5/3

12:21 am-10:42 am

1 stop7h 21m

Charleston

Wed 5/7

4:10 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$278

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Wed 4/23

8:25 am-9:18 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Charleston

Wed 4/30

10:21 am-8:15 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$291

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

5:40 am-6:20 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Charleston

Thu 5/8

2:55 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$292

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Thu 4/10

6:00 am-5:04 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Charleston

Fri 4/18

12:32 pm-6:07 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$337

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Thu 6/12

12:33 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Charleston

Sun 6/15

7:05 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 43m

$416

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

6:09 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop14h 52m

Charleston

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-5:13 pm

2 stops14h 13m

$430

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

6:30 am-5:54 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Charleston

Mon 4/28

6:54 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops23h 31m

$465

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sun 5/4

11:55 pm-11:27 am

1 stop8h 32m

$139

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

8:10 am-9:45 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$154

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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 San Francisco to Charleston in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 San Francisco-Charleston flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Charleston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Charleston flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Charleston flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to Charleston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Charleston from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Charleston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Charleston. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Charleston is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to CHS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 26, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from San Francisco to Charleston by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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 March 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Charleston, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,789 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
156 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Charleston, with prices starting at $277. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $278 and $292, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Charleston for 38% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $139. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Charleston for a low price.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Charleston?

    San Francisco to Charleston flights have a layover in Charlotte most often. Atlanta sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from San Francisco to Charleston.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Most Charlotte visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown and North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center are located about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.8 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Charlotte looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $48 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Atlanta?

    The majority of Atlanta visitors spend their time at Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola. Georgia Aquarium, Fox Theatre, and World of Coca-Cola can be accessed by traveling approximately 8.6 mi, 9.3 mi, and 8.6 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. Travelers in need of a car in Atlanta can rent one for about $49 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Charleston flights?

    San Francisco to Charleston flights have a layover in Dallas least often.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Charleston?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Charleston?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Charleston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$194Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$275Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$317Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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