Washington, D.C.

$60+ Cheap flights from Charleston (CHS) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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CHS — WAS
May 4 — May 111
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Cheap flight deals from Charleston to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charleston (CHS) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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

$136
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$64
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$282

Good round-trip deal

$216 or less

Good one-way deal

$144 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Charleston-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Charleston to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. 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.
Fri 5/233:35 pmCHS - BWI
Nonstop1h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/261:00 pmBWI - CHS
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/28$120
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/235:15 amCHS - BWI
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Fri 6/276:25 pmBWI - CHS
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 4/29$181
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/3110:53 amCHS - DCA
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/38:00 pmDCA - CHS
Nonstop2h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$184
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.
Thu 5/297:41 pmCHS - IAD
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/25:10 pmIAD - CHS
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$184
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.
Fri 5/306:40 pmCHS - DCA
1 stop4h 35mDelta
Sun 6/16:00 amDCA - CHS
1 stop3h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/28$200
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.
Fri 5/305:35 amCHS - IAD
1 stop3h 39mDelta
Tue 6/36:00 amIAD - CHS
1 stop3h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/28$200
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/316:00 amCHS - DCA
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/311:10 amDCA - CHS
1 stop6h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$214
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/218:55 amCHS - BWI
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 5/2711:35 amBWI - CHS
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$217
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Fri 6/134:17 pmCHS - BWI
3 stops38h 47mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/2012:48 pmBWI - CHS
Nonstop1h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$223
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Wed 6/256:10 amCHS - DCA
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
Sat 6/286:00 amDCA - CHS
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$236
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/241:56 pmCHS - BWI
1 stop5h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/265:27 pmBWI - CHS
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$246
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Sat 6/148:30 pmCHS - IAD
1 stop3h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/215:41 pmIAD - CHS
1 stop4h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$251

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

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Charleston

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlestonBaltimore

CHS - BWI

CHSBWI

Charleston

Fri 5/23

3:35 pm-5:04 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/26

1:00 pm-2:35 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$120

CharlestonBaltimore

CHS - BWI

CHSBWI

Charleston

Mon 6/23

5:15 am-9:22 am

1 stop4h 07m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 6/27

6:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$181

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - DCA

CHSDCA

Charleston

Sat 5/31

10:53 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/3

8:00 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$184

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - IAD

CHSIAD

Charleston

Thu 5/29

7:41 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/2

5:10 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$184

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - DCA

CHSDCA

Charleston

Fri 5/30

6:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop4h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/1

6:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop3h 40m

$200

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - IAD

CHSIAD

Charleston

Fri 5/30

5:35 am-9:14 am

1 stop3h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 6/3

6:00 am-9:40 am

1 stop3h 40m

$200

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - DCA

CHSDCA

Charleston

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/3

11:10 am-5:30 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$214

CharlestonBaltimore

CHS - BWI

CHSBWI

Charleston

Wed 5/21

8:55 am-10:25 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/27

11:35 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$217

CharlestonBaltimore

CHS - BWI

CHSBWI

Charleston

Fri 6/13

4:17 pm-7:04 am

3 stops38h 47m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 6/20

12:48 pm-2:31 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$223

CharlestonWashington, D.C.

CHS - DCA

CHSDCA

Charleston

Wed 6/25

6:10 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 6/28

6:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

$236

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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 Washington, D.C. 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-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Charleston-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Charleston-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charleston-Washington, D.C. 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-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Airports
CHS

Expect long security lines at CHS during early-morning departures. Plan accordingly to avoid delays.

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IAD

Use the Silver Line Metro for a cost-effective, 40-minute ride from IAD to Washington, D.C.

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

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 58 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 Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Charleston to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 66% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. 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 April 29, 2025.

The most flights from CHS to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated April 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and Qatar Airways from Charleston to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    Charleston (CHS), located 10.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. 5 airlines have flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 10 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $136. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $181, and American Airlines, from $184. Spirit Airlines is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $64. Delta flights start at $91 while deals on Southwest start at $105 one-way.

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Charleston, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: ANA (95%), United Airlines (91%), Copa Airlines( 91%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay $1,307, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $93. The most popular route (Charleston - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), is priced around $199.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Charleston to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 Charleston to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C.. 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$180Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$200Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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