How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Airlines like Southwest, Delta, and JetBlue fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston in about 1h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 30m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is about 473 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is JetBlue. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $155 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $187 and $189 round-trip. JetBlue is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $111 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $133 and American Airlines from $148 one-way.

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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Charleston. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Charleston or Baltimore/Washington - Charleston.

What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

On average you can expect to pay $385 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. The cheapest flight overall is $197 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Charleston) is currently priced at $197.

What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are ANA (84%), Republic Airways (80%) and Air Canada (78%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

American Airlines, United Airlines and JetBlue are the most popular airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Charleston from Washington, D.C.?

Charleston (CHS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. You should not have trouble finding flights to Charleston from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 12 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Charleston airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 10.2 mi journey from Charleston (CHS) to Charleston’s city center.

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 4, 2026.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Charleston that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 4, 2026.

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Last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston
Discover last-minute flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. Data last updated September 4, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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One-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston
Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 4, 2026.

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Round-trip from	$197 (Southwest)
One-way from	$99 (Southwest)
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Cheapest in	January
Average price	$336
Good round-trip deal	$267 or less
Good one-way deal	$248 or less

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Thu 11/12

5:30 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Charleston

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

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$99

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BWI Baltimore/Washington - CHS Charleston

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BWI Baltimore/Washington - CHS Charleston

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Baltimore/Washington

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4:20 pm-6:00 pm

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Charleston

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12:00 am-12:00 am

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$99

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BWI Baltimore/Washington - CHS Charleston

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Baltimore/Washington

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6:00 am-10:14 am

1 stop4h 14m

Charleston

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

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BaltimoreCharleston

BWI Baltimore/Washington - CHS Charleston

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Baltimore/Washington

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8:00 am-3:10 pm

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Charleston

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$104

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI Baltimore/Washington - CHS Charleston

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Baltimore/Washington

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10:21 am-3:35 pm

1 stop5h 14m

Charleston

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

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$104

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BWI Baltimore/Washington - CHS Charleston

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 11/19

9:45 am-5:25 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Charleston

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

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$114

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BWI Baltimore/Washington - CHS Charleston

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Fri 10/16

6:32 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop4h 19m

Charleston

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$114

BaltimoreCharleston

BWI Baltimore/Washington - CHS Charleston

BWICHS

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 10/30

8:12 am-3:15 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Charleston

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$114

Washington, D.C.Charleston

DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - CHS Charleston

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/26

6:05 am-4:10 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Charleston

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-12:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$114

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Charleston in September.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Priceline	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Charleston from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston (average of $273). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston in May is currently the most expensive (average of $392). 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 WAS to CHS?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

The most flights from WAS to CHS are scheduled on a Wednesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. to Charleston flights typically cost between $275 and $468 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $197 on Southwest (Oct 3-Oct 10).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is 64 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 day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Charleston flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. to Charleston trip

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Expert on IAD and CHS

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.

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,201 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Courtney,Sep 2026

DEN - STL

I still think the aircraft should load from the back and window seats first for all passengers. It's so much easier and efficient to board when you do not have to worry about hitting Anyone already seated.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,201 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,201 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Courtney,Sep 2026

DEN - STL

Delta

7.8

Good

8,554 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,201 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Courtney,Sep 2026

DEN - STL

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,160 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,201 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Courtney,Sep 2026

DEN - STL

American Airlines

7.1

Good

12,036 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,201 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Courtney,Sep 2026

DEN - STL

JetBlue

7.1

Good

3,039 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,201 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Courtney,Sep 2026

DEN - STL

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Charleston from Washington, D.C.?
Charleston (CHS) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. You should not have trouble finding flights to Charleston from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 12 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Charleston airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 10.2 mi journey from Charleston (CHS) to Charleston’s city center.
How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?
Airlines like Southwest, Delta, and JetBlue fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston in about 1h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 30m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is about 473 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is JetBlue. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $155 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $187 and $189 round-trip. JetBlue is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Charleston one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $111 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $133 and American Airlines from $148 one-way.
What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?
The most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Charleston. You may also consider Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Charleston or Baltimore/Washington - Charleston.
What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston are ANA (84%), Republic Airways (80%) and Air Canada (78%).
What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?
On average you can expect to pay $385 for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. The cheapest flight overall is $197 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Charleston) is currently priced at $197.
Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston that include hotel bookings?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston (average of $273). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Charleston in May is currently the most expensive (average of $392). 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 Washington, D.C. to Charleston

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$73	Average$268	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
JetBlue	Cheapest$155	Average$249	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$169	Average$313	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$187	Average$321	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$189	Average$363	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Charleston

The most flights from WAS to CHS are scheduled on a Wednesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Washington, D.C. to Charleston flights typically cost between $275 and $468 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $197 on Southwest (Oct 3-Oct 10).

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Charleston?

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Charleston is 64 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.

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Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Charleston. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Charleston flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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.

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Washington, D.C. to Charleston flights typically cost between $275 and $468 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $197 on Southwest (Oct 3-Oct 10).