Flying from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Charleston International Airport (CHS): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Charleston International Airport.
Charleston's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Washington DC.
Flights from DCA to CHS start at 08:10 — the first with American Airlines. The last departure is at 20:31 with American Airlines. Overall, there are 44 weekly Ronald Reagan National Airport to Charleston International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DCA to CHS flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Charleston International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Charleston — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating DCA to CHS flights, with 79.23% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Charleston International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between DCA and CHS include:
Philadelphia International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
At the moment, 91 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to Charleston International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 165 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DCA to CHS.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Charleston International Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Washington DC to Ronald Reagan National Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near DCA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Charleston International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Reserve a hotel near CHS if you're on a late Ronald Reagan National Airport to Charleston International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Charleston International Airport rental car and explore Charleston and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Budget and Alamo are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Charleston International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
From Charleston International Airport, Charleston is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 3 hours 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
The quietest month for a flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Charleston International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Charleston based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Charleston is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to Charleston International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DCA to CHS in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Charleston. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another well-known destination in United States and is around 290 kilometres north of Charleston. No trip is complete without dropping by NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.