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$125+ 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHS
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 diciembre 12, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/309:41 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop17h 16mAlaska Airlines
mié. 1/77:22 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop29h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/307:00 amSFO - CHS
1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines
mié. 1/75:24 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$367
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
mié. 12/2412:39 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 1/55:20 pmCHS - SFO
2 stops32h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$416
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
jue. 12/259:00 amSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
mié. 12/316:27 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$451
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
mié. 12/2412:39 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 20mBreeze Airways
jue. 12/257:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 00mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/11$473
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
sáb. 12/1312:39 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 20mBreeze Airways
jue. 12/187:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 00mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/10$476
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
jue. 12/257:00 amSFO - CHS
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/297:10 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$493
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
lun. 12/227:00 amSFO - CHS
1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines
jue. 12/256:44 amCHS - SFO
1 stop10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$500
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
mié. 12/2412:39 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
dom. 1/42:15 pmCHS - SFO
2 stops33h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11$502
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
jue. 12/1112:50 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop6h 53mBreeze Airways
vie. 12/127:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 57mBreeze Airways
Deal found 12/11$504

Find 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$251
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$125
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$412
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 diciembre 12, 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 FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

mié. 2/18

9:50 am-8:50 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Charleston

mié. 2/25

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$256

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

sáb. 1/10

5:45 am-5:43 pm

1 stop8h 58m

Charleston

sáb. 1/17

6:00 am-12:39 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$257

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

jue. 2/19

6:30 am-5:32 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Charleston

lun. 2/23

6:32 pm-10:37 am

1 stop19h 05m

$262

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

jue. 2/19

11:10 am-9:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Charleston

mié. 2/25

1:45 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$262

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

sáb. 3/28

11:20 pm-10:02 am

1 stop7h 42m

Charleston

mié. 4/1

4:05 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop9h 38m

$263

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

jue. 1/8

8:34 pm-9:20 am

1 stop9h 46m

Charleston

lun. 1/12

12:09 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop13h 50m

$263

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

jue. 1/8

5:00 am-4:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

Charleston

lun. 1/12

7:45 pm-1:30 am

1 stop8h 45m

$263

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

jue. 1/29

10:54 pm-11:09 am

1 stop9h 15m

Charleston

dom. 2/1

12:53 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$263

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

vie. 1/23

11:55 pm-11:40 am

1 stop8h 45m

Charleston

lun. 1/26

5:13 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$263

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

dom. 1/4

10:45 pm-10:59 am

1 stop9h 14m

Charleston

mar. 1/13

5:25 am-12:55 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$308

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Charleston

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Charleston in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Charleston flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Charleston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Charleston flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Charleston flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Charleston flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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 December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Charleston is 69 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Charleston (average of $148). Flying from San Francisco to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from San Francisco to Charleston by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Charleston, such as Breeze Airways, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,094 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
244 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 15
8.0
Excellent

Lyle,Dec 2025

BDL - RSW

Seating was comfortable, crew excellent, no food or entertainment offered.

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 $256, Southwest can have you in Charleston from San Francisco in 8h. 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 $167. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $234 and $266, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Charleston for 58% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Breeze Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $89. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to Charleston for a low price.

  • 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, NASCAR Hall of Fame, and Mint Museum Uptown. Carowind, NASCAR Hall of Fame and Mint Museum Uptown are located about 8.2 mi, 5.7 mi, and 5.4 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 $49 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Charleston (average of $148). Flying from San Francisco to Charleston in March is currently the most expensive (average of $276). 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 San Francisco to Charleston

Discover the top 6 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$167Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$270Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$286Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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