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$42+ Cheap flights from Charleston (CHS) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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CHS — WAS
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The best prices from Charleston to Washington, D.C. are usually found in July or May, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charleston (CHS) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 febrero 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$111
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$42
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$279

Good round-trip deal

$225 or less

Good one-way deal

$129 or less
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Cheapest flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febrero 20, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 4/167:40 pmCHS - BWI
1 stop5h 16mSpirit Airlines
mié. 4/3010:27 amBWI - CHS
1 stop8h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$111
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 3/1910:28 amCHS - BWI
1 stop13h 56mMultiple Airlines
dom. 3/236:11 pmBWI - CHS
3 stops28h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$148
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 3/1911:00 amCHS - IAD
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
mié. 3/1910:15 pmIAD - CHS
Nonstop1h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$190
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
lun. 3/311:00 amCHS - DCA
1 stop7h 00mJetBlue
mié. 3/511:04 amDCA - CHS
1 stop7h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 2/19$193
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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. 3/245:47 pmCHS - DCA
1 stop3h 49mDelta
mar. 3/256:00 amDCA - CHS
1 stop11h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/20$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 3/197:40 amCHS - BWI
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
mié. 3/194:10 pmBWI - CHS
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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. 3/226:30 amCHS - DCA
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
sáb. 3/296:00 amDCA - CHS
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$199
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
vie. 3/215:35 amCHS - IAD
1 stop3h 45mDelta
sáb. 3/226:00 amIAD - CHS
1 stop3h 43mDelta
Deal found 2/20$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 4/165:10 amCHS - DCA
1 stop5h 41mAmerican Airlines
mié. 4/301:41 pmDCA - CHS
Nonstop1h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 3/196:00 amCHS - DCA
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
mié. 3/196:30 pmDCA - CHS
1 stop4h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$230
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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. 3/253:59 pmCHS - BWI
1 stop5h 56mDelta
sáb. 3/295:00 pmBWI - CHS
1 stop6h 57mDelta
Deal found 2/20$232
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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. 2/277:00 amCHS - IAD
2 stops14h 05mMultiple Airlines
lun. 3/312:55 pmIAD - CHS
2 stops10h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$242

Find flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. 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 febrero 20, 2025.

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Charleston

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlestonBaltimore

CHS - BWI

CHSBWI

Charleston

mié. 4/16

7:40 pm-12:56 am

1 stop5h 16m

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 4/30

10:27 am-6:45 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$111

CharlestonBaltimore

CHS - BWI

CHSBWI

Charleston

mié. 3/19

10:28 am-12:24 am

1 stop13h 56m

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 3/23

6:11 pm-10:59 pm

3 stops28h 48m

$148

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - IAD

CHSIAD

Charleston

mié. 3/19

11:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 3/19

10:15 pm-12:09 am

Nonstop1h 54m

$190

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - DCA

CHSDCA

Charleston

lun. 3/3

11:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 3/5

11:04 am-6:37 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$193

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - DCA

CHSDCA

Charleston

lun. 3/24

5:47 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop3h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mar. 3/25

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$197

CharlestonBaltimore

CHS - BWI

CHSBWI

Charleston

mié. 3/19

7:40 am-9:05 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

mié. 3/19

4:10 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$197

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - DCA

CHSDCA

Charleston

sáb. 3/22

6:30 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 3/29

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$199

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - IAD

CHSIAD

Charleston

mar. 3/18

12:55 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 3/19

6:00 am-11:23 am

1 stop5h 23m

$199

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - DCA

CHSDCA

Charleston

mié. 4/16

5:10 am-10:51 am

1 stop5h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 4/30

1:41 pm-3:27 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$219

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - DCA

CHSDCA

Charleston

mié. 3/19

6:00 am-10:31 am

1 stop4h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 3/19

6:30 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 45m

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Charleston with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 38 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Charleston to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 CHS to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 67% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. 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 febrero 20, 2025.

The most flights from CHS to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines from Charleston to Washington, D.C. 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
150 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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

    Charleston (CHS), located 10.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. 5 airlines have flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 13 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $111. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $190, and JetBlue, from $193. Spirit Airlines is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $42. American Airlines flights start at $90 while deals on United Airlines start at $90 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from Charleston to Washington, D.C. are Charleston - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Charleston - Baltimore/Washington and Charleston - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Charleston, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (86%), Mesa Airlines (85%), Copa Airlines( 85%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $1,185, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $119. The most popular route (Charleston - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around $180.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Charleston to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 Charleston to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$176Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$192Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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SouthwestCheapest$210Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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