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$90+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) to Charleston (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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — CHS
Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Charleston are usually found in April or August, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Dulles Intl to Charleston

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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

$189
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$90
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$311

Good round-trip deal

$254 or less

Good one-way deal

$218 or less
From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Charleston
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Charleston
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Charleston.
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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Charleston
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Charleston. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/228:20 amIAD - CHS
Nonstop1h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/257:45 pmCHS - IAD
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$189
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/306:15 pmIAD - CHS
1 stop5h 40mDelta
Sun 8/315:15 amCHS - IAD
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 7/28$199
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.
Mon 8/45:39 pmIAD - CHS
1 stop4h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/105:00 amCHS - IAD
1 stop3h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$266
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/210:24 amIAD - CHS
1 stop7h 51mFrontier
Thu 11/67:10 pmCHS - IAD
1 stop14h 19mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$274

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/22

8:20 am-10:07 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Charleston

Mon 8/25

7:45 pm-9:23 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$189

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/30

6:15 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Charleston

Sun 8/31

5:15 am-11:44 am

1 stop6h 29m

$199

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/8

8:09 am-11:35 am

1 stop3h 26m

Charleston

Sun 10/12

5:00 am-8:49 am

1 stop3h 49m

$260

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/2

10:24 am-6:15 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Charleston

Thu 11/6

7:10 pm-9:29 am

1 stop14h 19m

$274

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/31

8:20 am-10:07 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$90

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/31

3:26 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop5h 58m

$100

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/9

10:24 am-6:15 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$137

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/5

6:35 am-12:07 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$140

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/30

8:12 pm-7:12 pm

2 stops23h 00m

$145

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Deals found on 7/28

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston flights

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

For a smooth departure, use the Aerotrain to navigate between terminals, but allow extra time for long walks to gates.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
CHS

Rideshare services are a convenient option from CHS to downtown Charleston, offering frequency and in-app tracking.

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Best time to book a flight from Dulles Intl to Charleston

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Charleston from Dulles Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to Charleston. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston, you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 IAD to CHS?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 43% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dulles Intl to Charleston. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston

Explore weekly flight availability from Dulles Intl to Charleston. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from IAD to CHS are scheduled on a Friday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Charleston (CHS) if they book a flight to Charleston from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. On average, Charleston has 11 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day from 3 airlines. Charleston is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Charleston’s city center.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston round-trip from $189. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $199, and American Airlines, from $260. Users have found that United Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $90 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Frontier, with prices starting from $100 and $137, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston consider choosing ANA (80%), Air Canada (76%) or Copa Airlines (74%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston?

    On average you can expect to pay $318 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston. The cheapest flight overall is $159 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Charleston) is currently priced at $177.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Charleston?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston (average of $217). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 3 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Charleston

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Dulles Intl 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
DeltaCheapest$182Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$323Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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