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$75+ Cheap flights from Houston to Charleston (CHS)

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HOU — CHS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Charleston are usually found in August or July, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Charleston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$177
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$75
(FlightHub)

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August

Average price

$400
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 9/41:46 pmIAH - CHS
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/85:36 pmCHS - IAH
1 stop5h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/135:30 amIAH - CHS
1 stop11h 51mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/207:26 pmCHS - IAH
1 stop14h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/9$197
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 9/96:00 amHOU - CHS
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/122:54 pmCHS - HOU
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$245
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2712:10 pmHOU - CHS
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Mon 8/412:55 pmCHS - HOU
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9$248
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 8/2110:44 amHOU - CHS
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Sun 8/245:15 amCHS - HOU
1 stop5h 30mDelta
Deal found 6/10$265
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/267:10 pmIAH - CHS
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/27:00 amCHS - IAH
Nonstop2h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$277
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/238:30 pmIAH - CHS
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/299:00 pmCHS - IAH
1 stop16h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$278
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/188:03 pmHOU - CHS
2 stops23h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/2010:53 amCHS - HOU
3 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/9$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 7/113:55 pmIAH - CHS
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Tue 7/1511:29 amCHS - IAH
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Deal found 6/10$328

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IAH - CHS

IAHCHS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 9/4

1:46 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Charleston

Mon 9/8

5:36 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 49m

$177

HoustonCharleston

IAH - CHS

IAHCHS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 9/13

5:30 am-6:21 pm

1 stop11h 51m

Charleston

Sat 9/20

7:26 pm-8:28 am

1 stop14h 02m

$197

HoustonCharleston

HOU - CHS

HOUCHS

Houston Hobby

Tue 9/9

6:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Charleston

Fri 9/12

2:54 pm-8:01 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$245

HoustonCharleston

HOU - CHS

HOUCHS

Houston Hobby

Sun 7/27

12:10 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Charleston

Mon 8/4

12:55 pm-2:30 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$248

HoustonCharleston

HOU - CHS

HOUCHS

Houston Hobby

Thu 8/21

10:44 am-6:54 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Charleston

Sun 8/24

5:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop5h 30m

$265

HoustonCharleston

IAH - CHS

IAHCHS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 7/26

7:10 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Charleston

Sat 8/2

7:00 am-8:39 am

Nonstop2h 39m

$277

HoustonCharleston

IAH - CHS

IAHCHS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 7/23

8:30 pm-9:45 am

1 stop12h 15m

Charleston

Tue 7/29

9:00 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop16h 03m

$278

HoustonCharleston

HOU - CHS

HOUCHS

Houston Hobby

Fri 7/18

8:03 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Charleston

Sun 7/20

10:53 am-7:13 pm

3 stops33h 20m

$313

HoustonCharleston

IAH - CHS

IAHCHS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 7/11

3:55 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Charleston

Tue 7/15

11:29 am-5:58 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$328

HoustonCharleston

IAH - CHS

IAHCHS

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 10/23

8:56 pm-2:36 pm

2 stops16h 40m

Charleston

Sun 10/26

3:31 pm-10:47 am

2 stops20h 16m

$493

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The best insider tips for Houston to Charleston flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston to Charleston trip
Airports
IAH

Check the IAH website for security wait times to ensure a smooth departure experience.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
CHS

For a quick ride to Charleston, rideshare services are more convenient than taxis at CHS.

Read more about CHSby Ramsey Qubein
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on CHS

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

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 Houston to Charleston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Charleston from Houston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston to Charleston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Charleston. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston to Charleston is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Houston 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 HOU to CHS?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from Houston to Charleston by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Charleston by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Charleston ranges from 2.4 - 7.2 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.2 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Charleston when rainfall is around 2.4 in.

Temperature in Charleston by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Charleston, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Houston to Charleston. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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
8,052 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

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 Houston 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 Houston?

    If you book a flight to Charleston from Houston, you will be flying to Charleston, which is the city’s only airport. Charleston (CHS) is located 10.2 mi from the center of Charleston. There are 0 flights from Houston to Charleston per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Charleston, with prices starting at $177. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $197 and $248, respectively. These flights start at 58% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $75. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to Charleston for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston to Charleston?

    The cheapest flight price from Houston to Charleston is $331. On average you can expect to pay $380. The most popular route, (Houston Hobby - Charleston), can usually be booked for $187.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Houston 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 5 airlines flying from Houston to Charleston

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$125Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$290Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$295Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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