Can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are not very common. Historically, only 4.2% of flights on this route have been direct. When a direct option is not available, connecting flights typically involve a median of 2 stopovers. Travelers should anticipate that most available options will include at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

A direct flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston typically takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes, covering a distance of 715 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 5 hours and 51 minutes. Travelers should factor in these differing travel times when planning their journey, depending on whether a direct or connecting flight is chosen.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Historically, good prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are frequently available. Over the trailing 30 days, this route has consistently shown a favorable pattern for finding deals. Travelers can often find competitive fares when searching for this particular journey. This indicates a consistent availability of reasonably priced options for this route.

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Washington, D.C. to Charleston: Overview

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

Only 2% of recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Charleston were classified as a good price. Right now, fares for cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are below the typical level, suggesting a potentially favorable time to consider booking. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find suitable options.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston, January stands out with a median fare of $254. Other cost-effective months include August, where the median fare is $446, and October, with a median fare of $459. These months typically offer more budget-friendly options compared to the overall fare range.

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Charleston takes approximately 28h 4m, including connections. This extended duration reflects that most itineraries for this route connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting. Only 4.2% of recent fares were for direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston, indicating that non-stop options are rare.

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston cover a distance of 715 kilometers. This makes it a short-haul route, meaning you can expect a relatively brief travel experience in terms of geographical distance.

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

Regular price: $123 - $294

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for this route typically range from $123 to $294. The current lowest deal is $195 with United Airlines for travel from Sep 23-Sep 28.

now $195

Low $123

High $294

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

The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston, South Carolina is January, with a median price of $254. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $1244. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $254

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,244

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Feb

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

United Airlines

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

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Charleston

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

American Airlines

$422

$377

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Charleston

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

American Airlines

$425

$380

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Charleston

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

American Airlines

$514

$375

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Charleston

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

American Airlines

$475

$460

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Charleston

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

American Airlines

$475

$474

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Charleston

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

Frontier Airlines

$323

$298

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 19

$307 → $217

29%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

$328 → $238

27%

2 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 28

$290 → $203

30%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$467 → $384

18%

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Washington, D.C. - Charleston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices.

Historically, January, August, and October offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 28h 4m.

The median flight duration from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is 28 hours and 4 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 4.2% of recent flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines is one of the carriers that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Fly from Washington Dulles International for a convenient departure to Charleston.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$196

Charleston main airports to arrive at

Charleston International (CHS)

Cheapest

Charleston International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights to Charleston.

📍 ~17 km from Charleston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$194

Airports nearby Charleston used as alternative

Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV)

Consider Savannah/Hilton Head International as a primary backup for coastal South Carolina and Georgia.

📍 ~135 km from Charleston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$198

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Charleston

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are found when booking within 0-6 days of departure, with an average price of $610. Booking 60+ days out typically results in an average price of $707. Prices tend to increase significantly for bookings made 7-13 days out, averaging $1034. For the trailing 90 days, the data indicates that last-minute bookings can offer the best value on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is considered to be around $469. The median price for this route over the same 90-day period was $671. Prices can range, with 75% of fares historically being $976 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $469 threshold.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston, with a median price of $254. Other months that typically offer lower prices include August, with a median of $446, and October, with a median of $459. The annual median price for this route is $671. Travelers looking for the best value should consider planning their trips during these months.

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Washington, D.C. to Charleston: Overview

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

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

Regular price: $123 - $294

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for this route typically range from $123 to $294. The current lowest deal is $195 with United Airlines for travel from Sep 23-Sep 28.

now $195

Low $123

High $294

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

January

Cheapest

Flights from $254

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,244

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

United Airlines

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

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Charleston

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

American Airlines

$422

$377

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BWI - Charleston

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

American Airlines

$425

$380

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Charleston

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

American Airlines

$514

$375

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Charleston

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

American Airlines

$475

$460

One-way

Fri, Sep 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Charleston

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

American Airlines

$475

$474

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Charleston

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

Frontier Airlines

$323

$298

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 19

$307 → $217

29%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

$328 → $238

27%

2 nights

Sep 26 - Sep 28

$290 → $203

30%

4 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 14

$467 → $384

18%

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

Washington, D.C. - Charleston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

January offers the lowest median prices.

Historically, January, August, and October offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 28h 4m.

The median flight duration from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is 28 hours and 4 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 4.2% of recent flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

United Airlines offers direct flights.

United Airlines is one of the carriers that offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Fly from Washington Dulles International for a convenient departure to Charleston.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$196

Charleston main airports to arrive at

Charleston International (CHS)

Cheapest

Charleston International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights to Charleston.

📍 ~17 km from Charleston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$194

Airports nearby Charleston used as alternative

Savannah/Hilton Head International (SAV)

Consider Savannah/Hilton Head International as a primary backup for coastal South Carolina and Georgia.

Charleston, United States

48% AI deal score

$3,313

$2,874

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Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Charleston

Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

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

Washington, D.C. to Charleston: Overview

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

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

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

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

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

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

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

Washington, D.C. - Charleston route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

January offers the lowest median prices.

Flights typically take 28h 4m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

United Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Charleston main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Charleston used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Charleston

Best Elite deals to Charleston

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Charleston

How early should I book Washington, D.C. to Charleston flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

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Washington, D.C. to Charleston: Overview

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

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

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

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

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

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

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

Washington, D.C. - Charleston route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

January offers the lowest median prices.

Flights typically take 28h 4m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

United Airlines offers direct flights.

Deals appear frequently.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Charleston main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Charleston used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Charleston

Best Elite deals to Charleston

Sep 12

Sep 11

Sep 11

Sep 08

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Sep 09

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Oct 23

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Charleston

How early should I book Washington, D.C. to Charleston flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?