What percentage of Charleston to Washington, D.C. flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 42.2% of flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. were direct. For travelers who prefer connecting flights, the median number of stopovers when not flying direct is 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

What's the flight time from Charleston to Washington, D.C.?

The typical direct flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. has a median duration of 1 hour and 42 minutes. This covers a distance of 711 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 6 hours and 14 minutes. Travelers should factor in these differences when choosing between direct and connecting options.

Should I set a price alert for Charleston to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flight deals for the Charleston to Washington, D.C. route are classified as frequent. This suggests that prices on this route tend to fluctuate, and good opportunities may arise regularly. Setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers looking to secure a favorable fare. Over the trailing 30 days, frequent price changes have been observed.

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Charleston to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

A typical journey from Charleston to Washington, D.C. takes about 1h 42m, including connections. While a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the rest connect once. For connecting flights, the median journey time extends to 9h 11m, indicating that connecting options can significantly lengthen travel time.

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C., fares are typically $207–$554, with a median of $319. Current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a deal might require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, so frequent checking could be beneficial.

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. Following closely, October and September also offer competitive prices, both with a median of $207. Planning your trip during these months could result in lower travel costs.

For direct flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C., a meaningful share of recent fares, specifically 42.2%, are non-stop. The remaining itineraries involve connections. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2, which contributes to the longer overall journey times for these routes.

The distance between Charleston and Washington, D.C. is approximately 715 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul journey, meaning flights are generally quicker and more direct compared to medium or long-haul destinations.

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

Regular price: $182 - $338

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. is typically between $182 and $338. The current lowest deal is $180 with Breeze Airways, for travel from Aug 25-Sep 23.

now $180

Low $182

High $338

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 April, with a median price of $489. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $203

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $489

Jan

Apr

May

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Jul

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Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

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

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

American Airlines

$543

$385

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

American Airlines

$581

$446

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

American Airlines

$577

$446

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

$558

$402

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

$555

$412

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

$459

$319

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 16

$555 → $349

37%

1 night

Aug 14 - Aug 15

$559 → $369

34%

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$543 → $369

32%

4 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 18

$539 → $369

32%

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 from Charleston to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically the cheapest month

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $203.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 42m

Direct flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. typically take 1 hour and 42 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from 2 airlines

About 42.2% of recent flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Southwest Airlines has offered direct flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. recently.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Charleston main airports to depart from

Charleston International (CHS)

Cheapest

Charleston International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~17 km from Charleston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$123

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Cheapest

Baltimore–Washington International is a good option for flights to Washington, D.C. from Charleston.

📍 ~44 km from Washington, D.C. city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$181

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive networks, often resulting in lower fares.

📍 ~220 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak)

💸 Flights from ~$192

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Washington, D.C., United States

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Washington, D.C., United States

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Washington, D.C., United States

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From CHS

Washington, D.C., United States

49% AI deal score

$1,287

$901

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Oct 10

Washington, D.C., United States

48% AI deal score

$477

$448

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

Historically, the best time to purchase flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. is 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $270. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out typically average $326, while those booked 7-13 days before departure average $430. Last-minute bookings, within 0-6 days of travel, are significantly more expensive, 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 historically stands at $319. Fares can go higher, with 75% of prices observed being $554 or less over the trailing 90 days. Travelers looking for value should aim for prices around 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 $203 for December and $207 for both October and September. The annual median price for this route is $319, indicating that these months offer notable savings. Travelers can typically find more affordable fares by planning their trips during these periods.

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Charleston to Washington, D.C.: Overview

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

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

Regular price: $182 - $338

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. is typically between $182 and $338. The current lowest deal is $180 with Breeze Airways, for travel from Aug 25-Sep 23.

now $180

Low $182

High $338

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

December

Cheapest

Flights from $203

April

Most Expensive

Flights from $489

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

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

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

American Airlines

$543

$385

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

American Airlines

$581

$446

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

American Airlines

$577

$446

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

$558

$402

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

$555

$412

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

CHS - Washington, D.C.

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

$459

$319

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 16

$555 → $349

37%

1 night

Aug 14 - Aug 15

$559 → $369

34%

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$543 → $369

32%

4 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 18

$539 → $369

32%

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