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$99+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Charleston (SFO - CHS)

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SFO — CHS
Apr 20 — Apr 271
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Charleston are usually found in September or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Charleston

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 April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$258
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$99
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$507
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Charleston flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Charleston flights.
From San Francisco to Charleston
One-way flight from San Francisco to Charleston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 April 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 5/1212:24 amSFO - CHS
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/204:10 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/13$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 7/2412:33 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 50mBreeze Airways
Thu 7/317:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 43mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/15$258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Tue 5/1312:10 amSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/237:41 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 6/1210:59 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Mon 6/167:59 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Deal found 4/14$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Wed 7/238:05 amSFO - CHS
2 stops11h 10mSouthwest
Wed 7/307:40 amCHS - SFO
1 stop10h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/15$300
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1812:50 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 53mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/226:55 pmCHS - SFO
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$313
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 10/226:00 amSFO - CHS
1 stop8h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sun 10/266:45 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop18h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/14$365
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/186:08 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop14h 51mSun Country Air
Sun 6/2212:58 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop22h 10mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/15$585

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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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San Francisco

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Mon 5/12

12:24 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Charleston

Tue 5/20

4:10 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$257

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Tue 5/13

12:10 am-10:31 am

1 stop7h 21m

Charleston

Fri 5/23

7:41 pm-12:58 am

1 stop8h 17m

$264

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Wed 5/28

12:24 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Charleston

Mon 6/2

7:05 am-11:44 am

1 stop7h 39m

$274

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Thu 6/12

7:30 am-5:11 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Charleston

Sun 6/15

6:20 am-10:15 am

1 stop6h 55m

$277

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

12:33 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Charleston

Sat 5/10

6:54 pm-9:17 am

2 stops17h 23m

$329

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

10:45 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop10h 15m

Charleston

Wed 6/11

11:55 am-9:20 pm

2 stops12h 25m

$335

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sat 4/26

6:30 am-5:54 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Charleston

Mon 5/5

6:54 pm-9:15 am

1 stop17h 21m

$405

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Wed 6/18

6:08 pm-11:59 am

1 stop14h 51m

Charleston

Sun 6/22

12:58 pm-8:08 am

1 stop22h 10m

$585

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

12:24 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$99

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

1:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 40m

$109

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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 April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 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 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 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

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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 April 11, 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 April 15, 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 April 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Charleston, such as Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

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!

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

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!

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

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!

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

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!
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

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!

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

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 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 Breeze Airways is currently your cheapest option to Charleston, with prices starting at $258. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $264 and $277, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Charleston for 42% 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 Breeze Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $99. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, 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?

  • 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 $53 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 $53 per day.

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

  • 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$192Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$275Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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