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$54+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — CHS
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Wed 12/24
Wed 12/31
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Charleston are usually found in July or June, booked 27 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Monday

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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Thu 11/271:17 pmCMH - CHS
Nonstop1h 41mBreeze Airways
Thu 12/182:46 pmCHS - CMH
Nonstop1h 43mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/24$112
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/49:18 pmCMH - CHS
Nonstop1h 41mBreeze Airways
Sun 12/72:46 pmCHS - CMH
Nonstop1h 43mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/22$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/79:18 pmCMH - CHS
Nonstop1h 41mBreeze Airways
Thu 12/112:46 pmCHS - CMH
Nonstop1h 43mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/22$132
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Sun 12/219:18 pmCMH - CHS
Nonstop1h 41mBreeze Airways
Tue 12/232:46 pmCHS - CMH
Nonstop1h 43mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/23$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Thu 11/271:17 pmCMH - CHS
Nonstop1h 41mBreeze Airways
Thu 12/42:46 pmCHS - CMH
Nonstop1h 43mBreeze Airways
Deal found 11/23$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/79:18 pmCMH - CHS
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/119:49 pmCHS - CMH
2 stops14h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/22$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/49:18 pmCMH - CHS
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/89:49 pmCHS - CMH
2 stops36h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/22$186

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Charleston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 November 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$98
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$54
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$343
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ColumbusCharleston

CMH - CHS

CMHCHS

Columbus

Thu 1/15

12:55 pm-2:36 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Charleston

Sun 1/18

6:15 am-7:59 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$98

ColumbusCharleston

CMH - CHS

CMHCHS

Columbus

Thu 2/19

12:55 pm-2:36 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Charleston

Tue 2/24

11:57 am-1:41 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$102

ColumbusCharleston

CMH - CHS

CMHCHS

Columbus

Thu 1/29

12:55 pm-2:36 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Charleston

Sun 2/1

6:15 am-7:59 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$108

ColumbusCharleston

CMH - CHS

CMHCHS

Columbus

Thu 11/27

1:17 pm-2:58 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Charleston

Thu 12/18

2:46 pm-4:29 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$112

ColumbusCharleston

CMH - CHS

CMHCHS

Columbus

Thu 12/4

9:18 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Charleston

Sun 12/7

9:38 pm-8:13 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$170

ColumbusCharleston

CMH - CHS

CMHCHS

Columbus

Thu 2/19

4:15 pm-5:30 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Charleston

Tue 2/24

11:57 am-1:41 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$186

ColumbusCharleston

CMH - CHS

CMHCHS

Columbus

Thu 12/4

9:18 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Charleston

Mon 12/8

11:27 am-8:13 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$186

ColumbusCharleston

CMH - CHS

CMHCHS

Columbus

Tue 1/27

8:08 am-2:22 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Charleston

Sat 1/31

8:00 am-2:24 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$201

ColumbusCharleston

CMH - CHS

CMHCHS

Columbus

Thu 12/25

9:18 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Charleston

Sun 12/28

2:46 pm-4:29 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$203

ColumbusCharleston

CMH - CHS

CMHCHS

Columbus

Thu 1/29

12:55 pm-2:36 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$54

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Charleston

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Charleston. Price data was last updated on November 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus to Charleston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Charleston (average of $77). Flying from Columbus to Charleston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $128). 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 CMH to CHS?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 November 24, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus to Charleston in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus to Charleston flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from Columbus to Charleston delayed?

About 35% of weekly flights between Columbus and Charleston have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 111 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Columbus to Charleston flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Columbus to Charleston flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.

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 November 24, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta from Columbus to Charleston by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
237 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 14
10.0
Excellent

Kim,Nov 2025

PWM - RSW

You guys did a great job getting us here. Thank you!!
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
237 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
237 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 14
10.0
Excellent

Kim,Nov 2025

PWM - RSW

You guys did a great job getting us here. Thank you!!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
237 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 14
10.0
Excellent

Kim,Nov 2025

PWM - RSW

You guys did a great job getting us here. Thank you!!
Delta
7.9
Good
7,993 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
237 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 14
10.0
Excellent

Kim,Nov 2025

PWM - RSW

You guys did a great job getting us here. Thank you!!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,039 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
237 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 14
10.0
Excellent

Kim,Nov 2025

PWM - RSW

You guys did a great job getting us here. Thank you!!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
237 reviews

Comfort

8.2

Food

6.7

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 14
10.0
Excellent

Kim,Nov 2025

PWM - RSW

You guys did a great job getting us here. Thank you!!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Charleston (CHS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Charleston. You should not have trouble finding flights to Charleston from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Charleston airport from Columbus. It is only a 10.2 mi journey from Charleston (CHS) to Charleston’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Charleston?

    Breeze Airways can get you from Columbus to Charleston in just under 1h 41m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 515 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Currently priced at $54, Allegiant Air will fly you from Columbus to Charleston and back. In addition to Allegiant Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Breeze Airways and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $98 and $196, respectively. These flights start at 80% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Charleston?

    On average you can expect to pay $198 for a flight from Columbus to Charleston. The cheapest flight overall is $51 while the most popular route, (Columbus - Charleston) is currently priced at $98.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Charleston (average of $77). Flying from Columbus to Charleston in December is currently the most expensive (average of $128). 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 Columbus to Charleston

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 November 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$54Average$74FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$98Average$179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$196Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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