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$52+ Cheap flights from Charleston (CHS) to California

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 12/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHS — LAX
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Thu 12/117:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 00mBreeze Airways
Sun 12/1412:50 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 53mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/22$114
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/109:02 amCHS - LAX
2 stops17h 57mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/155:30 amLAX - CHS
1 stop8h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/22$123
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Tue 11/46:11 pmCHS - LAX
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/125:30 amLAX - CHS
1 stop8h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/22$141
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 12/97:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 00mBreeze Airways
Mon 12/1512:47 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 41mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/22$165
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Mon 12/87:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 57mBreeze Airways
Thu 12/1112:50 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 53mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/21$166
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/106:25 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 29mBreeze Airways
Sun 12/1412:50 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 53mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/22$171
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:11 pmCHS - LAX
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/105:30 amLAX - CHS
1 stop8h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/22$172
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/89:13 amCHS - LAX
Nonstop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/155:30 amLAX - CHS
1 stop8h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$173
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/109:02 amCHS - LAX
2 stops17h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/1512:43 pmLAX - CHS
Nonstop4h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$175
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/127:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 57mBreeze Airways
Mon 12/1512:47 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 41mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/21$177
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Wed 11/126:25 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 29mBreeze Airways
Sat 11/1512:39 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 20mBreeze Airways
Deal found 10/21$180
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/89:02 amCHS - LAX
2 stops26h 12mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/155:30 amLAX - CHS
1 stop8h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/22$181

Cheap flight deals from Charleston to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Charleston to California flight deals. Data was last updated October 23, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$114
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$52
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$313

Good round-trip deal

$225 or less

Good one-way deal

$120 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($85 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charleston to California 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 October 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charleston to California that are best for you.

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Charleston

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Thu 12/11

7:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 12/14

12:50 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$114

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Tue 12/9

7:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Mon 12/15

12:47 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$165

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Fri 12/12

7:05 am-12:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

San Francisco

Mon 12/15

12:47 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$177

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Wed 11/12

6:25 am-11:54 am

1 stop8h 29m

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

12:39 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$180

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Mon 12/8

7:05 am-12:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

San Francisco

Thu 12/11

12:50 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$185

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Sat 11/8

6:25 am-11:54 am

1 stop8h 29m

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

12:39 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$191

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Fri 12/12

7:05 am-12:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

San Francisco

Sun 12/14

12:50 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$191

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Thu 12/4

7:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 12/7

12:50 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$213

CharlestonLos Angeles

CHS - LAX

CHSLAX

Charleston

Sat 1/10

11:05 am-7:20 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/13

9:55 pm-10:40 am

1 stop9h 45m

$240

CharlestonLos Angeles

CHS - LAX

CHSLAX

Charleston

Thu 12/4

8:25 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

5:10 am-6:30 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$245

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Best time to book a flight from Charleston to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Charleston to California

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to California (average of $91). Flying from Charleston to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $222). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHS to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Charleston to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 23, 2025.

When flying from Charleston to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Charleston to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charleston to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charleston to California flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated October 23, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Charleston to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,991 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,028 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
219 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 13
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

RIC - BDL

All went smoothly but the announcements from the crew were way to fast--approaching inaudible. Pilot announcements were perfect!

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Charleston to California?

    Charleston (CHS) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Charleston to California. It is only a 10.2 mi journey to Charleston (CHS) from Charleston’s city center.

  • How popular is this Charleston to California flight route?

    Flights from Charleston to California have been viewed 8 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Charleston to California?

    Airlines like Breeze Airways, Southwest, and United Airlines fly from Charleston to California in about 8h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 15m. Charleston and California are separated by a distance of 2389 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $52 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Breeze Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $60 and $97, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Charleston to California?

    The most popular route from Charleston to California is Charleston - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Charleston - Los Angeles or Charleston - San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charleston to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Charleston to California? While on average our users pay $207, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $109. The most popular route (Charleston - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $151.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Charleston to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charleston to California 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 Charleston to California?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to California (average of $91). Flying from Charleston to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $222). 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 7 airlines flying from Charleston to California

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Charleston to California. 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$94Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$110Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$118Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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