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$118+ Cheap flights from California to Charleston (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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CHS
Jun 11 — Jun 181
Thu 6/11
Thu 6/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Charleston

Cheapest flights from California to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2026.

This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 5/11$255
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Tue 8/1811:01 am
LAS
-
CHS
1 stop6h 48m
Breeze Airways
Tue 8/256:00 am
CHS
-
LAS
1 stop7h 16m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/9$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 9/1411:54 am
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop6h 40m
Breeze Airways
Fri 9/186:10 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop7h 59m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/11$264
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 8/179:15 am
LAS
-
CHS
1 stop20h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/243:23 pm
CHS
-
LAS
1 stop8h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Wed 10/2112:36 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop7h 19m
Breeze Airways
Sat 10/246:20 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 31m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/11$285
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 11/712:36 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop7h 19m
Breeze Airways
Tue 11/107:00 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 01m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/11$293
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Tue 5/2612:47 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop7h 00m
Breeze Airways
Wed 6/36:30 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 07m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/11$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 8/1811:59 pm
LAS
-
CHS
2 stops29h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/253:13 pm
CHS
-
LAS
1 stop8h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$303
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 10/612:46 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop6h 50m
Breeze Airways
Tue 10/137:00 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 01m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/12$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Wed 7/812:49 pm
LAS
-
CHS
2 stops16h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/147:25 am
CHS
-
LAS
1 stop14h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Fri 8/1412:18 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop6h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/195:26 pm
CHS
-
SFO
2 stops18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/9$311
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Sat 8/2212:22 pm
SFO
-
CHS
1 stop7h 27m
Breeze Airways
Sat 8/296:30 am
CHS
-
SFO
1 stop8h 07m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 5/11$313

Find flight deals from California to Charleston

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Charleston flight deals. Data was last updated May 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$255
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$118
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$420

Good round-trip deal

$280 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 May 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Charleston that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Mon 7/13

9:10 pm-10:10 am

1 stop10h 00m

Charleston

Thu 7/23

1:30 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$323

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sat 7/25

5:40 am-5:56 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Charleston

Tue 8/4

6:45 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$333

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Mon 7/20

10:59 pm-10:13 am

1 stop8h 14m

Charleston

Sun 7/26

7:59 pm-12:36 am

1 stop7h 37m

$333

SacramentoCharleston

SMF - CHS

SMFCHS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/15

10:50 am-9:28 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Charleston

Tue 9/29

7:00 am-12:03 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$386

SacramentoCharleston

SMF - CHS

SMFCHS

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/15

7:00 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 54m

Charleston

Tue 9/29

2:25 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$386

OaklandCharleston

OAK - CHS

OAKCHS

Oakland

Mon 8/10

8:25 am-5:50 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Charleston

Fri 8/14

4:05 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$389
Quickest round-trip

OaklandCharleston

OAK - CHS

OAKCHS

Oakland

Fri 8/14

7:45 am-5:25 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Charleston

Mon 8/17

6:30 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$389

Los AngelesCharleston

LAX - CHS

LAXCHS

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 5/24

9:30 am-7:36 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Charleston

Thu 5/28

11:47 am-5:30 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$389

OntarioCharleston

ONT - CHS

ONTCHS

Ontario

Wed 8/12

7:00 am-8:00 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Charleston

Wed 8/26

4:30 pm-8:53 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$391

Las VegasCharleston

LAS - CHS

LASCHS

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 6/17

6:50 am-6:15 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Charleston

Tue 6/23

4:15 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$391

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from California to Charleston, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Charleston (average of $103). Flying from California to Charleston in November is currently the most expensive (average of $174). 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 CA to CHS?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Charleston. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 12, 2026.

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

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Charleston. 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 into for flights to Charleston from California?

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

  • How popular is this California to Charleston flight route?

    Within the past month, 3 users have taken a look at flights from California to Charleston.

  • How long is the flight from California to Charleston?

    For as low as $386, Southwest can have you in Charleston from California in 7h 38m. The distance between California and Charleston is about 2341 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 California to Charleston one-way?

    $89 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 $94 and $122, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles Los Angeles - Charleston, Ontario - Charleston or San Francisco - Charleston when deciding on the best route from California to Charleston.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Charleston?

    On average you can expect to pay $282 for a flight from California to Charleston. The cheapest flight overall is $142 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles Los Angeles - Charleston) is currently priced at $242.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Charleston (average of $103). Flying from California to Charleston in November is currently the most expensive (average of $174). 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 California to Charleston

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California 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 May 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$105Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$134Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$168Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$262Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$294Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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