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Charleston.139 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Wed, 24 Sep.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Charleston on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 139 €, select.
Charleston.155 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Charleston on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 155 €, select.
Charleston.158 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug, returning Fri, 5 Sep.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Charleston on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 158 €, select.
Charleston.161 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Fri, 30 May.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Charleston on Fri, 30 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 161 €, select.
Charleston.233 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Jul, returning Tue, 22 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Charleston on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 233 €, select.
Charleston.245 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Charleston on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 245 €, select.
Charleston.287 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Jun, returning Thu, 19 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 16 Jun, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Charleston on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 287 €, select.
Charleston.362 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Charleston on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 362 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Charleston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Charleston flights are currently cheapest in September.
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San Francisco International to Charleston: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Charleston below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Charleston.

San Francisco to Charleston: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found139 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Charleston: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Charleston is 139 €. 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 Francisco International to Charleston. But we found flights with one or more stops from 139 €.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from San Francisco International to Charleston.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Charleston is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Charleston Airport on Thursday, 18 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Francisco International Airport 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.
Currently, Breeze Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Charleston.

Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Charleston International Airport (CHS): what you need to know

  • Charleston is three hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC-4 timezone.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SFO to CHS flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Charleston International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between SFO and CHS:

    • Chicago Midway International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

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

  • 93 € is the best price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Charleston International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 139 €. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SFO to CHS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International Airport to Charleston International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SFO to CHS by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Charleston International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive on time at their destination.

  • San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near SFO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Charleston International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Charleston International Airport (CHS)

Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston

  • Charleston International Airport to central Charleston has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 3 hours 35 minutes.

When to fly to Charleston International Airport (CHS)

  • The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Charleston International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Charleston based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.

  • When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Charleston International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Charleston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SFO to CHS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Jacksonville is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Charleston. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.

  • Charlotte is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 290 kilometres north of Charleston. No journey is complete without visiting NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.

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