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$156+ 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 4/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — CHS
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Thu 4/9
Thu 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Charleston are usually found in January or October, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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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 March 10, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sat 9/58:15 am
IAD
-
CHS
Nonstop1h 47m
United Airlines
Sat 9/122:51 pm
CHS
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/285:31 pm
IAD
-
CHS
1 stop6h 28m
Delta
Sat 5/306:38 pm
CHS
-
IAD
1 stop4h 18m
Delta
Deal found 3/9$210
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/66:00 am
IAD
-
CHS
1 stop4h 09m
Delta
Wed 5/136:38 pm
CHS
-
IAD
1 stop4h 18m
Delta
Deal found 3/9$211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/31:05 pm
IAD
-
CHS
Nonstop1h 48m
United Airlines
Tue 4/76:00 am
CHS
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sat 3/218:09 am
IAD
-
CHS
1 stop24h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/258:07 am
CHS
-
IAD
2 stops16h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$215
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 5/1510:14 pm
IAD
-
CHS
Nonstop1h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 5/187:44 pm
CHS
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sat 4/188:12 am
IAD
-
CHS
1 stop24h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/2112:05 pm
CHS
-
IAD
2 stops12h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 3/232:39 pm
IAD
-
CHS
1 stop7h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/258:07 am
CHS
-
IAD
2 stops16h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sun 4/2611:17 am
IAD
-
CHS
1 stop21h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/48:28 pm
CHS
-
IAD
2 stops28h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9$222
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 4/38:35 am
IAD
-
CHS
Nonstop1h 48m
United Airlines
Wed 4/86:00 am
CHS
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5$223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sat 3/2810:17 pm
IAD
-
CHS
Nonstop1h 42m
United Airlines
Tue 3/316:00 am
CHS
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6$224
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Fri 5/157:38 pm
IAD
-
CHS
1 stop4h 21m
Delta
Tue 5/196:38 pm
CHS
-
IAD
1 stop4h 18m
Delta
Deal found 3/5$226

Find 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 March 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$209
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$156
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$359

Good round-trip deal

$268 or less

Good one-way deal

$213 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dulles Intl 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 March 10, 2026.
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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Cheapest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/27

5:33 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop4h 19m

Charleston

Sat 5/30

3:10 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$210

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/23

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Charleston

Wed 5/27

5:15 am-9:16 am

1 stop4h 01m

$229

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/8

8:35 am-10:23 am

Nonstop1h 48m

Charleston

Mon 4/13

7:40 pm-9:21 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$245
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/28

10:17 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Charleston

Wed 4/1

10:00 am-11:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$250

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/23

12:35 pm-2:27 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

Charleston

Wed 5/27

10:00 am-11:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$252

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/14

6:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop5h 24m

Charleston

Sun 6/21

5:30 am-9:10 am

1 stop3h 40m

$284

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/9

10:08 pm-1:51 pm

2 stops15h 43m

Charleston

Wed 5/13

2:48 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$343

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/24

12:35 pm-2:27 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

Charleston

Sun 7/26

10:00 am-11:37 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$364

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 8/28

10:38 am-5:46 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Charleston

Mon 8/31

2:51 pm-4:22 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$373

Washington, D.C.Charleston

IAD - CHS

IADCHS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 7/9

5:25 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Charleston

Sun 7/12

5:30 am-9:10 am

1 stop3h 40m

$374

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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 Dulles Intl to Charleston in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Charleston flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Charleston flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Charleston flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-Charleston flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport-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 Dulles Intl to Charleston

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Cheapflights Insights

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 March 6, 2026.

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 38 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 $52). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston in February is currently the most expensive (average of $207). 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 March 10, 2026.

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 34% 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 February 21, 2026.

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

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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 March 10, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,409 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,413 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,276 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 7 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.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston can take about 1h 48m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $245. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Charleston is about 442 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $162. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $189, and American Airlines, from $310. Users have found that Delta is 51% 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?

    $119 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 American Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $139 and $149, 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 Mesa Airlines (97%), Copa Airlines (88%) or Air Canada (86%) 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 $310 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston. The cheapest flight overall is $171 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Charleston) is currently priced at $171.

  • 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 $52). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Charleston in February is currently the most expensive (average of $207). 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 March 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$162Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$310Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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