Charleston

$66+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Charleston (CHS)

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WAS — CHS
mar. 30 — abr. 61
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Cheap 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 marzo 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$190
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$66
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$334

Good round-trip deal

$243 or less

Good one-way deal

$89 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Charleston flight deals.
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Charleston
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Charleston
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
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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 marzo 25, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/108:25 amIAD - CHS
Nonstop1h 46mUnited Airlines
sáb. 5/102:40 pmCHS - IAD
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/24$190
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.
mar. 5/612:26 pmDCA - CHS
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
vie. 5/92:44 pmCHS - DCA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$194
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.
mar. 4/155:32 pmIAD - CHS
1 stop6h 24mDelta
mié. 4/167:00 amCHS - IAD
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Deal found 3/24$199
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sáb. 5/106:59 amDCA - CHS
1 stop6h 33mDelta
sáb. 5/106:50 pmCHS - DCA
1 stop4h 53mDelta
Deal found 3/24$199
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/106:00 amDCA - CHS
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
mié. 5/146:30 amCHS - DCA
2 stops11h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$210
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/169:32 pmBWI - CHS
1 stop11h 48mSpirit Airlines
lun. 4/214:51 pmCHS - BWI
1 stop7h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$213
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.
lun. 4/146:50 pmBWI - CHS
1 stop5h 08mDelta
jue. 4/175:35 amCHS - BWI
1 stop3h 37mDelta
Deal found 3/24$214
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 4/227:00 amDCA - CHS
1 stop4h 45mJetBlue
vie. 4/2512:30 pmCHS - DCA
1 stop8h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 3/24$217
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/106:20 amBWI - CHS
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
mié. 5/146:30 amCHS - BWI
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$225
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/152:20 pmBWI - CHS
2 stops27h 54mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/179:43 amCHS - BWI
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$230
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.
sáb. 5/108:06 pmIAD - CHS
1 stop4h 09mAmerican Airlines
lun. 5/128:43 pmCHS - IAD
1 stop3h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/24$258
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
vie. 5/28:25 amIAD - CHS
3 stops29h 40mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/69:05 amCHS - IAD
3 stops26h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$272

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Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 5/10

8:25 am-10:11 am

Nonstop1h 46m

Charleston

sáb. 5/10

2:40 pm-4:22 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$190

Washington, D.C.Charleston

DCA - CHS

DCACHS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 5/6

12:26 pm-2:04 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Charleston

vie. 5/9

2:44 pm-4:18 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$194

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 4/15

5:32 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Charleston

mié. 4/16

7:00 am-1:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$199

Washington, D.C.Charleston

DCA - CHS

DCACHS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 5/10

6:59 am-1:32 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Charleston

sáb. 5/10

6:50 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$199

Washington, D.C.Charleston

DCA - CHS

DCACHS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 5/10

6:00 am-11:05 am

1 stop5h 05m

Charleston

mié. 5/14

6:30 am-5:45 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$210

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 4/16

9:32 pm-9:20 am

1 stop11h 48m

Charleston

lun. 4/21

4:51 pm-12:06 am

1 stop7h 15m

$213

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

lun. 4/14

6:50 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Charleston

jue. 4/17

5:35 am-9:12 am

1 stop3h 37m

$214

Washington, D.C.Charleston

DCA - CHS

DCACHS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 4/22

7:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop4h 45m

Charleston

vie. 4/25

12:30 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$217

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

sáb. 5/10

6:20 am-6:00 pm

2 stops11h 40m

Charleston

mié. 5/14

6:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$225

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI - CHS

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 5/15

2:20 pm-6:14 pm

2 stops27h 54m

Charleston

sáb. 5/17

9:43 am-6:52 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$230

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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 March.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Washington, D.C.-Charleston flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Charleston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 Washington, D.C.-Charleston flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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. Plan extra time to navigate between terminals using the Aerotrain or people movers.

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CHS

For a quick ride to downtown Charleston, rideshare services are recommended over taxis. They're more frequent and offer in-app trip tracking.

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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 March 21, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is 72 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 $217). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 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 marzo 25, 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 evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 7% 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 March 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Charleston flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon 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 marzo 25, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to CHS are scheduled on a Thursday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

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 marzo 25, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and Avelo Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Charleston by reading reviews from past customers. 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.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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 17 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.

  • 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 United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $190 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $194 and $199 round-trip. United Airlines is currently priced 39% 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 $66 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $90 and Southwest from $90 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to 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 Lufthansa (86%), ANA (85%) and Mesa Airlines (83%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $368 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. The cheapest flight overall is $119 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Charleston) is currently priced at $179.

  • 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 $217). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 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 marzo 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$162Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$224Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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