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$50+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Charleston (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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — CHS
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/295:16 pmDCA - CHS
Nonstop1h 51mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/17:14 amCHS - DCA
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:45 amBWI - CHS
1 stop12h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/212:59 pmCHS - BWI
1 stop16h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$206
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/307:50 pmDCA - CHS
1 stop4h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/72:04 pmCHS - DCA
Nonstop1h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$208
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:45 amBWI - CHS
1 stop12h 09mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/1810:18 pmCHS - BWI
1 stop11h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:18 pmBWI - CHS
1 stop27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/53:33 pmCHS - BWI
1 stop16h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$219
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:45 amBWI - CHS
1 stop12h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/2810:18 pmCHS - BWI
1 stop11h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$233
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/187:49 pmDCA - CHS
Nonstop1h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/57:41 pmCHS - DCA
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:18 pmBWI - CHS
1 stop27h 05mSpirit Airlines
Mon 1/510:18 pmCHS - BWI
2 stops14h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/11$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:45 amBWI - CHS
1 stop12h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/252:59 pmCHS - BWI
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/10$241
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/206:00 pmDCA - CHS
Nonstop1h 53mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/242:44 pmCHS - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/158:45 amBWI - CHS
1 stop12h 09mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/1910:18 pmCHS - BWI
1 stop11h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/10$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/2412:25 pmDCA - CHS
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/295:00 pmCHS - DCA
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$253

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 December 12, 2025.

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eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$114
(Expedia)

One-way from

$50
(Spirit)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$392

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Charleston

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/14

5:20 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Charleston

Tue 2/17

6:25 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$154

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/13

4:45 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Charleston

Wed 1/14

8:00 am-11:54 am

1 stop3h 54m

$157

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/14

12:10 pm-10:05 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Charleston

Wed 2/18

11:40 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$159

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/7

4:45 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Charleston

Thu 1/8

6:30 am-10:19 am

1 stop3h 49m

$169

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/26

4:45 pm-8:57 pm

1 stop4h 12m

Charleston

Wed 1/28

5:30 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop4h 32m

$169

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/8

8:40 am-10:40 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Charleston

Thu 1/15

8:15 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$181

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/8

8:40 am-10:40 am

Nonstop2h 00m

Charleston

Sat 1/10

6:45 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$181

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/10

1:02 pm-5:53 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Charleston

Mon 1/12

12:53 pm-5:46 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$181

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-10:59 am

1 stop4h 59m

Charleston

Mon 1/19

6:23 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop4h 43m

$191

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/10

8:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Charleston

Mon 1/12

7:00 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$191

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Charleston in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Washington, D.C.-Charleston flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Charleston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Charleston flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Charleston

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is 88 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 Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston (average of $52). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 WAS to CHS?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 December 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Charleston flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to CHS are scheduled on a Wednesday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. to Charleston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. to Charleston trip
Airports
IAD

Expect long security queues at IAD, especially in the afternoon and evening. Plan extra time for check-in and security.

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CHS

For a quick ride to downtown Charleston, rideshare services are more convenient than taxis or buses.

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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 December 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,179 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Charleston from Washington, D.C.?

    Charleston (CHS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. You should not have trouble finding flights to Charleston from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 12 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Charleston airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 10.2 mi journey from Charleston (CHS) to Charleston’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

    Airlines like Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston in about 1h 53m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 52m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is about 442 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $162 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $189 and $189 round-trip. Delta is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $65 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $89 and United Airlines from $89 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

    The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is Baltimore/Washington - Charleston. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Charleston or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Charleston.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are ANA (90%), Air Canada (88%) and Republic Airways (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

    On average you can expect to pay $275 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. The cheapest flight overall is $124 while the most popular route, (Baltimore/Washington - Charleston) is currently priced at $117.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston (average of $52). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 5 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$122Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$211Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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