Are direct flights from Charleston to Philadelphia always the best option?

Direct flights usually offer convenience and save travel time by avoiding layovers. However, connecting flights can sometimes be more affordable, especially if you are flexible with your schedule. It's often beneficial to compare both direct and connecting flight prices to find the best balance for your trip.

Can flexible travel dates help on Charleston to Philadelphia flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week flights or those during off-peak seasons often have lower fares compared to weekend or holiday travel. Adjusting your departure or return by a day or two may result in considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Charleston to Philadelphia flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Understanding these additional fees can help you calculate the true total cost of your flight.

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2026-11-05 – 2026-11-08
CHS - Trenton
46% AI deal score
$155
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CHS - Philadelphia
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$276
$190
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CHS - Philadelphia
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2026-10-06 – 2026-10-20
CHS - Philadelphia
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CHS - Philadelphia
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CHS - Philadelphia
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Charleston to Philadelphia: Overview

Insights for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

Right now, the cheapest flights from Charleston to Philadelphia typically fall between $297 and $398, with a median price of $381. Current fares are near the typical level for this route. Only about 6% of recent fares from Charleston to Philadelphia were classified as a good price, indicating that finding significantly cheaper options can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia, March stands out with a median fare of just $219. August also offers more affordable options, with a median price of $259. Even July presents a relatively lower median of $355 compared to the overall typical range, making these months potentially more budget-friendly for your travel.

A typical journey from Charleston to Philadelphia takes approximately 6h 51m, including connections. This is a crucial detail, as most itineraries on this route connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Charleston to Philadelphia, meaning you should expect to make at least one stop. The median number of stopovers for connecting itineraries is 2.

The distance between Charleston and Philadelphia is 886 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This distance means that while the flight itself is relatively brief, the overall journey time is extended due to the necessity of connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Charleston to Philadelphia

Regular price: $114 - $301

Prices for flights from Charleston to Trenton are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Charleston to Trenton is between $114 and $301. The current lowest deal is $121 with Breeze Airways, for travel from Jan 7-Jan 10.

now $121

Low $114

High $301

The cheapest time to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia

The cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia is December, with a median price of $367. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $401. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $367

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $401

Jan

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

Breeze Airways

Last-minute flights going from Charleston to Philadelphia

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Philadelphia

Charleston (CHS) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Southwest Airlines

$459

$473

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Philadelphia

Charleston (CHS) - Philadelphia (PHL)

JetBlue Airways

$442

$363

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Philadelphia

Charleston (CHS) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Breeze Airways

$308

$288

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Trenton

Charleston (CHS) - Trenton (TTN)

Breeze Airways

$160

$213

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Philadelphia

Charleston (CHS) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Breeze Airways

$296

$229

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Philadelphia

Charleston (CHS) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Breeze Airways, Frontier Airlines

$225

$255

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

5 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 3

$276 → $190

31%

7 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 20

$269 → $192

29%

4 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 7

$290 → $213

27%

7 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 3

$267 → $192

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia

Charleston - Philadelphia route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Charleston to Philadelphia are near the typical level, with 6% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

March and August offer lower median prices

Historically, March ($219) and August ($259) are the cheapest months to fly this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 6h 51m

Connecting flights from Charleston to Philadelphia typically take 6 hours and 51 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Breeze Airways offers direct deals

Breeze Airways has offered direct deals on this route, with 1 deal found recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Charleston main airports to depart from

Charleston International (CHS)

Cheapest

Charleston International Airport offers flights to Philadelphia, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

📍 ~17 km from Charleston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Philadelphia main airports to arrive at

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Fly into Philadelphia International for direct access to Philadelphia and the surrounding region.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car, train)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Airports nearby Philadelphia used as alternative

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Consider Newark Liberty International for its vast network of domestic and global destinations and competitive international pricing.

📍 ~135 km from Philadelphia (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$219

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$1,263

$801

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$1,258

$801

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From CHS

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Dec 12

Philadelphia, United States

76% AI deal score

$1,213

$731

Save $482

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Nov 17

Philadelphia, United States

75% AI deal score

$1,129

$725

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Nov 10

Philadelphia, United States

75% AI deal score

$1,108

$731

Save $377

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Nov 12

Philadelphia, United States

75% AI deal score

$1,241

$783

Save $458

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From CHS

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Sep 22

Philadelphia, United States

75% AI deal score

$1,125

$794

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Sep 19

Philadelphia, United States

75% AI deal score

$1,155

$794

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Nov 25

Philadelphia, United States

75% AI deal score

$1,292

$796

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From CHS

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Sep 23

Philadelphia, United States

75% AI deal score

$1,125

$801

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From CHS

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Oct 14

Philadelphia, United States

74% AI deal score

$985

$723

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Philadelphia

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices from various airlines and booking sites can also help uncover better deals. Often, setting price alerts can notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, though last-minute deals can sometimes appear. Generally, monitoring price trends for a few weeks before your intended travel period may help you identify an optimal booking window. Prices can fluctuate based on demand and other factors.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes reveal alternative flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare could make it a worthwhile consideration. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when evaluating this option.

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Charleston to Philadelphia: Overview

Insights for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

How much is a round trip from Charleston to Philadelphia

Regular price: $114 - $301

Prices for flights from Charleston to Trenton are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Charleston to Trenton is between $114 and $301. The current lowest deal is $121 with Breeze Airways, for travel from Jan 7-Jan 10.

now $121

Low $114

High $301

The cheapest time to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia

December

Cheapest

Flights from $367

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $401

Jan

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

Breeze Airways

Last-minute flights going from Charleston to Philadelphia

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Philadelphia

Charleston (CHS) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Southwest Airlines

$459

$473

One-way

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Philadelphia

Charleston (CHS) - Philadelphia (PHL)

JetBlue Airways

$442

$363

One-way

Thu, Sep 24

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Philadelphia

Charleston (CHS) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Breeze Airways

$308

$288

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Trenton

Charleston (CHS) - Trenton (TTN)

Breeze Airways

$160

$213

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Philadelphia

Charleston (CHS) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Breeze Airways

$296

$229

One-way

Fri, Oct 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Philadelphia

Charleston (CHS) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Breeze Airways, Frontier Airlines

$225

$255

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

5 nights

Oct 29 - Nov 3

$276 → $190

31%

7 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 20

$269 → $192

29%

4 nights

Oct 3 - Oct 7

$290 → $213

27%

7 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 3

$267 → $192

28%

Popular Airports to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia

Charleston - Philadelphia route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares for Charleston to Philadelphia are near the typical level, with 6% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

March and August offer lower median prices

Historically, March ($219) and August ($259) are the cheapest months to fly this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 6h 51m

Connecting flights from Charleston to Philadelphia typically take 6 hours and 51 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

This route is connecting-dominant, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Breeze Airways offers direct deals

Breeze Airways has offered direct deals on this route, with 1 deal found recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Charleston main airports to depart from

Charleston International (CHS)

Cheapest

Charleston International Airport offers flights to Philadelphia, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

📍 ~17 km from Charleston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$156

Philadelphia main airports to arrive at

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Fly into Philadelphia International for direct access to Philadelphia and the surrounding region.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car, train)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Airports nearby Philadelphia used as alternative

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Consider Newark Liberty International for its vast network of domestic and global destinations and competitive international pricing.

Philadelphia, United States

74% AI deal score

$985

$723

Save $262

United Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Philadelphia

Cheap Flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

Today’s best flight deals from Charleston to Philadelphia

Charleston to Philadelphia: Overview

Insights for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

How much is a round trip from Charleston to Philadelphia

The cheapest time to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia

Direct flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

Last-minute flights going from Charleston to Philadelphia

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

Popular Airports to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia

Charleston - Philadelphia route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

March and August offer lower median prices

Connecting flights average 6h 51m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Breeze Airways offers direct deals

Deals are frequent for this route

Charleston main airports to depart from

Philadelphia main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Philadelphia used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Philadelphia

Best Elite deals to Philadelphia

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Philadelphia

How can I find cheap flights from Charleston to Philadelphia?

When should I book flights from Charleston to Philadelphia?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia?

Are direct flights from Charleston to Philadelphia always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Charleston to Philadelphia flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Charleston to Philadelphia flights?

Related routes

More routes from Charleston

Flights to Philadelphia from other cities

Charleston to Philadelphia: Overview

Insights for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

How much is a round trip from Charleston to Philadelphia

The cheapest time to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia

Direct flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

Last-minute flights going from Charleston to Philadelphia

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

Popular Airports to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia

Charleston - Philadelphia route insights

Recent fares near the typical level

March and August offer lower median prices

Connecting flights average 6h 51m

Connecting flights are dominant on this route

Breeze Airways offers direct deals

Deals are frequent for this route

Charleston main airports to depart from

Philadelphia main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Philadelphia used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Philadelphia

Best Elite deals to Philadelphia

Sep 19

Sep 16

Sep 16

Dec 12

Nov 17

Nov 10

Nov 12

Sep 22

Sep 19

Nov 25

Sep 23

Oct 14

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Philadelphia

How can I find cheap flights from Charleston to Philadelphia?

When should I book flights from Charleston to Philadelphia?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Charleston to Philadelphia?