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$94+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Charleston (SFO - 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHS
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Charleston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$232
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$94
(Orbitz)

Popular in

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September

Average price

$308
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sun 10/2612:50 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 53mBreeze Airways
Sat 11/16:25 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 29mBreeze Airways
Deal found 9/11$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/112:39 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/63:33 pmCHS - SFO
2 stops46h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/288:00 amSFO - CHS
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/3112:15 pmCHS - SFO
2 stops9h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2712:47 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/42:59 pmCHS - SFO
2 stops34h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$239
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/612:50 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 53mBreeze Airways
Sun 11/97:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 00mBreeze Airways
Deal found 9/10$244
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2412:39 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 20mBreeze Airways
Wed 10/16:25 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 29mBreeze Airways
Deal found 9/10$245
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/1410:15 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/145:32 amCHS - SFO
2 stops9h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/25:45 amSFO - CHS
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/77:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$255
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/312:47 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 41mBreeze Airways
Mon 10/67:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 57mBreeze Airways
Deal found 9/11$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/3011:33 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop8h 02mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/37:47 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 9/3012:50 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 53mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/310:10 amCHS - SFO
2 stops15h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$263

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Charleston that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Charleston

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Thu 11/6

12:50 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Charleston

Sun 11/9

7:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$244

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 10/17

12:47 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Charleston

Mon 10/20

7:05 am-12:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$268

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Mon 11/24

11:39 pm-3:03 pm

1 stop12h 24m

Charleston

Sat 11/29

5:25 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$283

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

12:39 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Charleston

Mon 9/29

7:05 am-12:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$303

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 10/17

10:45 pm-1:21 pm

1 stop11h 36m

Charleston

Mon 10/20

4:35 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$308

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

5:05 am-3:27 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Charleston

Tue 10/14

7:47 pm-12:55 am

1 stop8h 08m

$311

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 10/10

12:47 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Charleston

Tue 10/14

7:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$324

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 9/26

12:47 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Charleston

Mon 9/29

7:05 am-12:02 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$331

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Mon 9/15

12:47 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Charleston

Wed 9/17

6:25 am-11:54 am

1 stop8h 29m

$334

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

12:39 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$97

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Charleston

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Charleston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Charleston. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Charleston is 85 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 San Francisco to Charleston?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 September 11, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from San Francisco to Charleston by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

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 September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Charleston, such as Southwest, Breeze Airways, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Charleston. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Charleston?

    For as low as $244, Breeze Airways can have you in Charleston from San Francisco in 6h 53m. The distance from San Francisco to Charleston is about 2389 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Breeze Airways is currently your cheapest option to Charleston, with prices starting at $174. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $216 and $265, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Charleston for 58% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Charleston?

    San Francisco to Charleston flights have a layover in Charlotte most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Charlotte?

    Most Charlotte visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown, and NASCAR Hall of Fame. Carowind, Mint Museum Uptown and NASCAR Hall of Fame are located about 8.2 mi, 5.4 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Charlotte looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $44 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Charleston flights?

    San Francisco to Charleston flights have a layover in Atlanta least often.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Charleston?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Charleston?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$174Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$265Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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