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$72+ 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 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHS
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Charleston are usually found in September or August, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$152
(Breeze Airways)

One-way from

$72
(Breeze Airways)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$396
From San Francisco to Charleston
One-way flight from San Francisco to Charleston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025

Find flight deals from San Francisco to Charleston

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 July 29, 2025.

This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/3012:24 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 22mBreeze Airways
Sat 9/66:25 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 29mBreeze Airways
Deal found 7/28$152
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 8/306:30 amSFO - CHS
2 stops9h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/315:38 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$222

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Charleston that are best for you.

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Price

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SFO - CHS

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San Francisco

Sat 8/30

12:24 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Charleston

Sat 9/6

6:25 am-11:54 am

1 stop8h 29m

$152

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

6:30 am-7:05 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Charleston

Sun 8/31

5:38 am-11:15 am

1 stop8h 37m

$222

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

12:29 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$72

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

12:47 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 43m

$126

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

4:30 pm-5:17 pm

2 stops21h 47m

$208

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Wed 10/15

5:45 am-8:20 pm

2 stops11h 35m

$209

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

6:37 am-2:36 pm

2 stops28h 59m

$243

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 8/29

1:41 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$250

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 8/29

11:03 pm-7:08 pm

2 stops17h 05m

$307

San FranciscoCharleston

SFO - CHS

SFOCHS

San Francisco

Fri 8/1

9:14 pm-8:45 am

1 stop8h 31m

$380

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/28

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 July 25, 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 July 29, 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.

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 29, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Charleston, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.
  • 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 $152. Another option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $222 round trip. You may be able to fly from San Francisco to Charleston for 64% 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 $72. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, 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?

  • 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 $49 per day.

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

  • 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 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$179Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$266Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$275Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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