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Today’s best flight deals from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

July 15 - July 21

Cheapest

CHS - Washington, D.C.

$131

$133

Round trip

August 11 - August 12

Cheapest

CHS - Washington, D.C.

$141

$133

Round trip

July 14 - July 21

Cheapest
Best

CHS - Washington, D.C.

$239

$133

Round trip

October 7 - October 14

Cheapest

CHS - Washington, D.C.

$177

$133

Round trip

July 15 - July 21

Best

CHS - Washington, D.C.

$264

$153

Round trip

July 21 - July 28

CHS - Washington, D.C.

$233

$153

Round trip

July 29 - August 5

CHS - Washington, D.C.

$255

$153

Round trip

August 18 - August 19

CHS - Washington, D.C.

$307

$153

Round trip

July 7 - July 14

Earliest

CHS - Washington, D.C.

$243

$157

Round trip

July 7 - July 15

Earliest

CHS - Washington, D.C.

$236

$157

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

A typical journey from Charleston to Washington, D.C. takes about 9h 11m, including connections. This duration reflects the overall travel time for itineraries on this route, which often involve layovers.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C., fares typically range from $207–$475, with a median of $289. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals can be challenging.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C.? The data indicates that December is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $203. Other cost-effective options include October and September, both showing a median fare of $207. Planning your trip during these months could lead to better savings.
Regarding direct flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C., 43% of recent fares were for non-stop itineraries, meaning a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once. For those itineraries that do involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. New deals appear almost daily, so setting a price alert can be beneficial for tracking fare changes.
The distance between Charleston and Washington, D.C. is approximately 715 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall travel options available, though many itineraries still include connections.

How much is a round trip from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $106 - $257

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. is $106 to $257. The current lowest deal is $133 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Jul 15-Jul 21.

now $133

Low $106

High $257

The cheapest time to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Washington is December, with a median price of $203. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $970. Prices are generally lower from July to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $203

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $970

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Direct flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

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Last-minute flights going from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

Charleston (CHS) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$243

$157

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

Charleston (CHS) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$236

$157

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

Charleston (CHS) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$218

$157

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

Charleston (CHS) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$244

$157

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

Charleston (CHS) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

$243

$157

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Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

JetBlue Airways

Charleston (CHS) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

JetBlue Airways

$269

$227

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

1 night

Aug 18 - Aug 19

$307  →  $153

50%

7 nights

Sep 30 - Oct 7

$309  →  $157

49%

6 nights

Sep 30 - Oct 6

$308  →  $157

49%

5 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 6

$318  →  $186

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

Charleston - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Charleston to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level at $289.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the best prices.

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $203.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 9h 11m long.

The median flight duration from Charleston to Washington, D.C. is 9 hours and 11 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed availability of direct flights.

About 43% of recent deals are for direct flights, with frequent deals available daily.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights.

Southwest Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking in July to December.

The period from July to December historically offers lower median prices for this route.

Charleston main airports to depart from

Charleston International (CHS)

Cheapest

Charleston International offers convenient flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

BWI is a convenient arrival airport for travelers heading to the Washington, D.C. area.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

DCA is a good option for travelers seeking an airport close to Washington, D.C.'s city center.

📍 ~5 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$153

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

IAD offers another arrival choice for those flying into the greater Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive connectivity and Amtrak rail service to Washington D.C.

📍 ~200 km from destination city (reachable by car, train)

💸 Flights from ~$206

Richmond International (RIC)

Cheapest

Richmond International is the largest airport in Virginia outside the D.C. metro area, offering a strong domestic network.

📍 ~150 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$98

Harrisburg International (MDT)

Harrisburg International is a convenient alternative for travelers in northern D.C. suburbs or Maryland with reliable service.

📍 ~150 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$275

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers significant passenger volume and good flight availability to major East Coast and Midwest hubs.

📍 ~290 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$98

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

Charlottesville–Albemarle provides reliable regional service with connections to major hubs and an efficient terminal.

📍 ~160 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$280

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the best prices for flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $270. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, tickets purchased 28-59 days out typically average around $326. Flights booked 7-13 days before departure average $430, while those purchased within 0-6 days of travel can be significantly higher, averaging $806.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $207 or less. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $289. Fares can go up to $475 or more, representing the higher end of prices observed. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $207 mark.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C. include December, October, and September. During these months, the median prices are around $203 for December and $207 for both October and September. This is notably lower than the annual median price of $289 for this route. Travelers looking for more affordable options should consider planning their trips during these periods.