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$120+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Charleston (SFO - CHS)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHS
Jul 9 — Jul 161
Thu 7/9
Thu 7/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Charleston

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 9, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/112:47 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop7h 00m
Breeze Airways
Sat 9/56:30 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 07m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/3$257
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2812:18 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop6h 48m
Breeze Airways
Sun 8/307:25 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop7h 37m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/7$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/112:47 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop7h 00m
Breeze Airways
Fri 9/116:10 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop7h 59m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/3$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2912:22 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop7h 27m
Breeze Airways
Sat 9/56:30 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 07m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/3$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2412:18 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop6h 48m
Breeze Airways
Tue 9/17:25 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop7h 37m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/3$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/112:47 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop7h 00m
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/96:20 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 31m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/3$271
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/512:22 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop7h 27m
Breeze Airways
Fri 9/116:10 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop7h 59m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/3$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2912:22 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop7h 27m
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/96:20 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 31m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/3$276
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2912:46 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop6h 50m
Breeze Airways
Sat 10/36:20 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 31m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/7$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/3112:18 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop6h 48m
Breeze Airways
Sat 9/56:30 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 07m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/3$284

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Charleston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Charleston (CHS). 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 June 9, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$257
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$120
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$417
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Charleston 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 June 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Charleston that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 8/28

12:18 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Charleston

Sun 8/30

7:25 am-12:02 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$258

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sat 9/5

12:22 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Charleston

Fri 9/11

6:10 am-11:09 am

1 stop7h 59m

$274

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Thu 9/17

12:46 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Charleston

Sun 9/20

7:00 am-12:01 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$357

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Wed 10/14

12:36 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Charleston

Sat 10/17

6:20 am-11:51 am

1 stop8h 31m

$392

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Wed 9/2

6:20 am-9:42 pm

2 stops12h 22m

Charleston

Sun 9/6

6:55 am-2:27 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$447

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Mon 10/12

10:30 pm-9:42 am

1 stop8h 12m

Charleston

Thu 10/15

5:25 pm-1:13 am

1 stop10h 48m

$447

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 7/3

10:50 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Charleston

Sat 7/11

4:50 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$449

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sat 7/4

6:40 pm-10:10 am

2 stops12h 30m

Charleston

Mon 7/13

5:40 pm-12:35 am

2 stops9h 55m

$454

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 7/3

6:05 am-8:40 pm

2 stops11h 35m

Charleston

Tue 7/14

2:10 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$454
Cheapest one-way

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 8/28

12:18 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$120

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/6

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Charleston

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Charleston in June.
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 San Francisco-Charleston flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Charleston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Charleston flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Charleston 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 San Francisco-Charleston 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 San Francisco to Charleston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Charleston

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Charleston?

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Charleston is 42 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Charleston?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Charleston (average of $293). Flying from San Francisco to Charleston in November is currently the most expensive (average of $470). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Charleston?

Reviews of airlines servicing Charleston

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charleston. 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 Charleston. Reviews last updated June 9, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Charleston, such as Breeze Airways,Southwest, andDelta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
289 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
289 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
289 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,246 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
289 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,395 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
289 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,785 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
289 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,644 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
289 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Charleston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Charleston?

    You will need to book a flight from San Francisco to Charleston if you want to fly from San Francisco to Charleston. At least 6 different airlines have flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Charleston (CHS) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Charleston from the San Francisco airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SFO to CHS to be around 6h 48m.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Charleston?

    For as low as $258, Breeze Airways can have you in Charleston from San Francisco in 6h 48m. The distance from San Francisco to Charleston is about 2389 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Charleston round-trip?

    Flying on JetBlue is currently your cheapest option to Charleston, with prices starting at $166. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Breeze Airways and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $168 and $250, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Charleston for 57% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Charleston one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Breeze Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $89. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Charleston for a low price.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Charleston?

    San Francisco to Charleston flights have a layover in Atlanta most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Atlanta?

    Most Atlanta visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park, and Fox Theatre. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Fox Theatre are located about 8.6 mi, 8.4 mi, and 9.3 mi, respectively from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Atlanta looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $59 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Charleston flights?

    San Francisco to Charleston flights have a layover in Charlotte least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Charleston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Charleston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Charleston?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Charleston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Charleston 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 San Francisco to Charleston?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Charleston (average of $293). Flying from San Francisco to Charleston in November is currently the most expensive (average of $470). 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 6 airlines flying from San Francisco to Charleston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Charleston. 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 June 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$166Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$168Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$250Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$262Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$339Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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