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$53+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Charleston (CHS)

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ORD — CHS
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Wed 7/16
Wed 7/23
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Charleston are usually found in September or August, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Charleston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 July 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$236
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$53
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$365

Good round-trip deal

$263 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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.
Thu 10/238:46 pmORD - CHS
Nonstop2h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/267:20 amCHS - ORD
Nonstop2h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/10$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/45:30 amORD - CHS
1 stop5h 18mDelta
Sun 10/125:30 amCHS - ORD
1 stop4h 04mDelta
Deal found 7/10$228
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/65:05 amORD - CHS
1 stop12h 16mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/131:02 pmCHS - ORD
1 stop11h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/10$230
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Tue 11/41:45 pmORD - CHS
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Wed 11/56:00 amCHS - ORD
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 7/9$238
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Fri 9/123:50 pmORD - CHS
Nonstop2h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/216:05 amCHS - ORD
Nonstop2h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/9$242

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston that are best for you.

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ORD - CHS

ORDCHS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 10/4

5:30 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 18m

Charleston

Sun 10/12

5:30 am-8:34 am

1 stop4h 04m

$228

ChicagoCharleston

ORD - CHS

ORDCHS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/27

1:20 pm-4:40 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Charleston

Mon 9/1

6:38 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$236

ChicagoCharleston

ORD - CHS

ORDCHS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/12

3:50 pm-7:08 pm

Nonstop2h 18m

Charleston

Sun 9/21

6:05 am-7:33 am

Nonstop2h 28m

$242

ChicagoCharleston

ORD - CHS

ORDCHS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

11:45 am-7:05 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Charleston

Sun 9/14

7:05 pm-5:39 pm

2 stops23h 34m

$244

ChicagoCharleston

ORD - CHS

ORDCHS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/2

1:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Charleston

Mon 10/6

6:15 am-3:20 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$250

ChicagoCharleston

ORD - CHS

ORDCHS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/24

2:19 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$53

ChicagoCharleston

ORD - CHS

ORDCHS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

1:50 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$63

ChicagoCharleston

ORD - CHS

ORDCHS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/7

7:15 am-10:40 am

Nonstop2h 25m

$68

ChicagoCharleston

ORD - CHS

ORDCHS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/14

6:10 am-2:31 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$92

ChicagoCharleston

ORD - CHS

ORDCHS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

4:37 pm-8:43 am

1 stop15h 06m

$98

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The best insider tips for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston trip
Airports
ORD

For a quick departure from ORD, use the free shuttle train between terminals to save time navigating the sprawling layout.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
CHS

Upon arrival at CHS, rideshare services are recommended for convenience and frequency over taxis or buses.

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An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Charleston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Charleston from O'Hare Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from O'Hare Intl to Charleston. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 ORD to CHS?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 July 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 14% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from O'Hare Intl to Charleston. Price data was last updated on July 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston

Explore weekly flight availability from O'Hare Intl to Charleston. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 11, 2025.

The most flights from ORD to CHS are scheduled on a Thursday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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 July 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,951 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,846 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,055 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,249 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Charleston, you will be flying into Charleston. Charleston (CHS) is just 10.2 mi from the center of the city. Charleston is the only Charleston airport and it handles 14 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 3 airlines have flights to Charleston from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston round-trip?

    Currently priced at $236, American Airlines will fly you from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Spirit Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $242 and $244, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 38% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $53 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $63 and Spirit Airlines from $90 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston consider choosing Republic Airways (100%), United Airlines (89%) or Air Canada (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston?

    On average you can expect to pay $269 for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston. The cheapest flight overall is $107 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Charleston) is currently priced at $105.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Charleston that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on O'Hare Intl to Charleston flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Charleston?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Charleston?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 3 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Charleston

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 July 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$124Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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