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$85+ Cheap flights from Charleston (CHS) to California

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CHS — LAX
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$188
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$85
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$268

Good round-trip deal

$133 or less

Good one-way deal

$94 or less
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Cheapest flights from Charleston to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charleston to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/139:13 amCHS - LAX
Nonstop5h 45mBreeze Airways
Sat 9/2012:43 pmLAX - CHS
Nonstop4h 45mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/29$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/106:25 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 14mBreeze Airways
Wed 5/1412:24 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 22mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/30$188
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:00 amCHS - LAX
1 stop10h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/412:44 pmLAX - CHS
Nonstop4h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$191
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/12:26 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop10h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/55:41 amSFO - CHS
1 stop9h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$217
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/286:00 amCHS - LAX
1 stop10h 18mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/411:33 amLAX - CHS
3 stops18h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$225
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/154:05 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/1812:10 amSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Thu 6/193:28 pmCHS - LAX
1 stop11h 06mAllegiant Air
Sun 6/222:12 pmLAX - CHS
1 stop21h 02mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/29$254
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/236:58 pmCHS - LAX
1 stop9h 28mJetBlue
Sun 6/19:00 pmLAX - CHS
1 stop8h 47mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/154:05 pmCHS - SBA
1 stop8h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/195:00 amSBA - CHS
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/154:05 pmCHS - RNO
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/195:20 amRNO - CHS
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/154:05 pmCHS - LAX
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/1910:55 pmLAX - CHS
1 stop8h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$271
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/187:04 pmCHS - ONT
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/2411:59 pmONT - CHS
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$271

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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 May 1, 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

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Depart

Return

Price

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Sun 9/14

7:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

12:50 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$188

CharlestonLos Angeles

CHS - LAX

CHSLAX

Charleston

Sat 5/24

9:35 am-11:59 am

Nonstop5h 24m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/28

12:44 pm-8:42 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$189

CharlestonLos Angeles

CHS - LAX

CHSLAX

Charleston

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-1:18 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

12:44 pm-8:42 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$191

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Tue 7/1

2:26 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop10h 01m

San Francisco

Sat 7/5

5:41 am-6:17 pm

1 stop9h 36m

$217

CharlestonLos Angeles

CHS - LAX

CHSLAX

Charleston

Wed 5/28

6:00 am-1:18 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

11:33 am-8:38 am

3 stops18h 05m

$225

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Thu 5/15

7:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

5:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$229

CharlestonLos Angeles

CHS - LAX

CHSLAX

Charleston

Thu 6/19

3:28 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop11h 06m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/22

2:12 pm-2:14 pm

1 stop21h 02m

$254

CharlestonLos Angeles

CHS - LAX

CHSLAX

Charleston

Fri 5/23

6:58 pm-1:26 am

1 stop9h 28m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/1

9:00 pm-8:47 am

1 stop8h 47m

$257

CharlestonSanta Barbara

CHS - SBA

CHSSBA

Charleston

Thu 5/15

4:05 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/19

5:00 am-3:01 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$266

CharlestonOntario

CHS - ONT

CHSONT

Charleston

Wed 6/18

7:04 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Ontario

Tue 6/24

11:59 pm-11:55 am

1 stop8h 56m

$271

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to California (average of $246). Flying from Charleston to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Charleston to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Charleston to California, see what other customers have to say about Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
160 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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 2 times in the past calendar month.

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

    $85 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Breeze Airways and Allegiant Air, with prices starting from $90 and $108, 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 - San Diego or Charleston - Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Charleston to California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Charleston to California? While on average our users pay $171, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $81. The most popular route (Charleston - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), is priced around $214.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to California (average of $246). Flying from Charleston to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$118Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$119Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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