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$109+ Cheap flights from Charleston to San Francisco (CHS - SFO)

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CHS — SFO
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charleston to San Francisco are usually found in November or August, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Charleston to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charleston (CHS) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 April 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$181
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$109
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$417
Provider with most accurate pricing for Charleston-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Charleston-San Francisco flights.
From Charleston to San Francisco
One-way flight from Charleston to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Charleston to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charleston to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/306:25 amCHS - SFO
1 stop8h 14mBreeze Airways
Sat 9/612:39 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 20mBreeze Airways
Deal found 4/28$181
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Tue 5/134:30 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop10h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/1612:10 amSFO - CHS
1 stop7h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Fri 5/304:10 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/711:55 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$234
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/247:05 amCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 43mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2811:59 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop8h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 8/25:15 amCHS - SFO
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Sun 8/1711:45 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop8h 41mDelta
Deal found 4/28$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:15 amCHS - SFO
1 stop11h 50mSouthwest
Tue 11/185:50 amSFO - CHS
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 4/27$303
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:45 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop16h 33mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/139:10 amSFO - CHS
1 stop29h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$318
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:59 pmCHS - SFO
1 stop9h 35mJetBlue
Mon 10/1310:30 pmSFO - CHS
1 stop9h 10mJetBlue
Deal found 4/28$348

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

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Price

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Tue 5/13

4:30 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop10h 00m

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

12:10 am-10:31 am

1 stop7h 21m

$229

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Sat 5/10

6:25 am-11:39 am

1 stop8h 14m

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

12:29 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$230

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Fri 5/30

4:10 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

11:55 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$234

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Tue 6/24

7:05 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 43m

San Francisco

Sat 6/28

11:59 pm-11:47 am

1 stop8h 48m

$256

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Thu 5/29

5:40 pm-1:39 am

1 stop10h 59m

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

10:43 pm-10:35 am

1 stop8h 52m

$277

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Fri 5/30

5:25 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops9h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 6/7

10:45 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$335

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Thu 5/29

4:24 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop9h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 6/10

6:59 pm-11:55 am

2 stops13h 56m

$444

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Fri 5/30

4:10 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$109

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Fri 6/27

7:05 am-11:44 am

1 stop7h 39m

$123

CharlestonSan Francisco

CHS - SFO

CHSSFO

Charleston

Fri 6/6

6:24 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$139

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Charleston to San Francisco in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Charleston-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Charleston-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Charleston-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charleston-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Charleston-San Francisco 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 Charleston to San Francisco

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Charleston to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Charleston to San Francisco?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Charleston to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 19 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 Charleston to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Charleston to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 CHS to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Charleston to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 29, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Charleston to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Charleston to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charleston to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charleston to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Charleston to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charleston to San Francisco. 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 Charleston to San Francisco round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Charleston to San Francisco is Breeze Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $181 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $229 and $234 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Charleston to San Francisco for 52% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Charleston to San Francisco are American Airlines ($109), Breeze Airways ($123), and Delta ($139).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Charleston to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Charleston to San Francisco?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Charleston to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charleston to San Francisco 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 Charleston to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Charleston to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$182Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$307Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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