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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego to Charleston Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 229 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Charleston.182 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Charleston on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 182 €, select.
Charleston.229 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug, returning Sat, 29 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Charleston on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 229 €, select.
Charleston.245 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Nov, returning Sat, 21 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 14 Nov, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Charleston on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 245 €, select.
Charleston.249 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep, returning Wed, 9 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Charleston on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 249 €, select.
Charleston.252 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Charleston on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 252 €, select.
Charleston.252 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Charleston on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 252 €, select.
Charleston.253 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Dec, returning Wed, 9 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 2 Dec, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Charleston on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 253 €, select.
Charleston.275 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Feb, returning Sat, 27 Feb.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Charleston on Sat, 27 Feb, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 275 €, select.
Charleston.275 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar, returning Wed, 17 Mar.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Diego International on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Charleston on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 275 €, select.
Charleston.294 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Aug, returning Fri, 4 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Charleston on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 294 €, select.
Charleston.350 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Charleston on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 350 €, select.
Charleston.385 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Jul, returning Thu, 6 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Charleston on Thu, 6 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 385 €, select.
Charleston.408 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Mon, 18 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Charleston on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 408 €, select.
Charleston.425 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul, returning Wed, 22 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Diego International on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Charleston on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 425 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Charleston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego to Charleston flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jul
from 425 €
Aug
from 229 €
Sep
from 249 €
Oct
from 182 €
Nov
from 245 €
Dec
from 253 €
Jan
from 408 €
Feb
from 275 €
Mar
from 275 €
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San Diego to Charleston: Alternative routes

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San Diego to Charleston: Flight information

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Finding cheap flights from San Diego to Charleston: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego to Charleston is 182 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Diego to Charleston. But we found flights with one stop from 182 €.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from San Diego to Charleston.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Charleston is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Diego to Charleston Airport on Wednesday, 14 October 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Diego and Charleston Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Charleston but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Charleston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

The cheapest airline that flies to Charleston is Southwest Airlines .

Travelling from San Diego to Charleston International Airport (CHS): What you need to know

  • Charleston is three hours ahead of San Diego. Charleston International Airport is located in Charleston, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from San Diego to CHS, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Fourth of July, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The journey from central San Diego to SAN takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from San Diego to Charleston International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to San Diego International Airport:

  • Of the flights that depart from San Diego International Airport, 74% touch down on time at their destination.

  • SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • From the centre of San Diego, CLD is around 48 kilometres away. When working out your route, find out whether public transport is available or if driving is more convenient.

  • Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your San Diego to CHS flight, stay in one of these hotels near McClellan-Palomar Airport:

  • The majority of flights that depart McClellan-Palomar Airport reach their destination as planned. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 88%.

About Charleston International Airport (CHS)

Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston

  • Central Charleston is around 19 kilometres from Charleston International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Charleston International Airport (CHS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Charleston International Airport is 115 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 182 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from San Diego to CHS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

  • If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for your San Diego to Charleston International Airport ticket.

  • Finding a cheap plane ticket from San Diego to CHS is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from San Diego to Charleston International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from San Diego to Charleston International Airport (CHS)

  • June is when most people book flights from San Diego to Charleston International Airport (CHS). Plan your visit to Charleston in December for a more low-key escape.

  • Before locking in your San Diego to CHS plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Charleston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from San Diego to Charleston International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).

More about Charleston

  • Once you've booked your flight from San Diego to Charleston International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Charleston:

  • There are plenty of terrific things to do in Charleston when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for International African American Museum followed by Fort Sumter National Monument and Charleston City Market.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've seen Charleston, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Charlotte to tick off its leading attractions. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in the United States, head for Fayetteville, roughly 257 kilometres northeast of Charleston. Airborne and Special Operations Museum, Fayetteville Transportation Museum and David McCune International Art Gallery are among the biggest draws.

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