Flying from Washington DC to Charleston International Airport (CHS): What you need to know
Kick off your journey at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Explore your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Charleston International Airport (CHS) taking off from either of these.
1 hour 50 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Washington DC to Charleston International Airport flight.
Washington DC and Charleston (where Charleston International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch once you land.
With 35 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Charleston International Airport (CHS) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:10am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from DCA to CHS is with American Airlines at 9:15pm.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Washington DC to CHS.
With more people on the move during busy periods like April, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Thanksgiving.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Washington DC to Charleston International Airport (CHS) departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
American Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Washington DC to Charleston International Airport taking off from DCA.
The majority of travellers choose to book seats with American Airlines from DCA to CHS.
The carrier with the best on-time performance on this route is American Airlines. Its services land without delay 79.23% of the time.
Located around 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Charleston International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by staying at one of these hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
When it comes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
DCA's address is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
You can book a direct Washington DC to Charleston International Airport (CHS) plane ticket out of Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Work out whether departing from IAD makes the most sense for you.
Board your direct flight from Washington DC to CHS with United Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers that operates this route out of IAD.
On the IAD to CHS route, United is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Choose United if punctual service is a priority. Its flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Charleston International Airport land as scheduled 85.06% of the time.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to CHS flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 74%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Kick off your adventure at Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) and head straight to your destination without any stops. You can book direct flights from Washington DC to Charleston International Airport from here.
Buckle up and take off from BWI with Southwest Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct Washington DC to CHS plane tickets.
Southwest Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from BWI to CHS.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 71.12% of its services landing on schedule.
BWI is roughly 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive from the city centre to the airport takes about 40 minutes. If you're thinking about using public transport, you can expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Make catching an early Washington DC to Charleston International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Charleston International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near CHS and be in snooze mode sooner:
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 top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to Charleston International Airport flight.
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
From Charleston International Airport, central Charleston is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Right now, 56 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Charleston International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 113 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Washington DC to CHS by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is when you're most likely to land a good deal on a Washington DC to Charleston International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Washington DC to Charleston International Airport (CHS). April is the peak month for travel to Charleston. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in September.
Lock in a Washington DC to CHS plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Charleston to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC 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 Washington DC to Charleston International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Charleston:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Charleston when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your itinerary at International African American Museum followed by Charleston Harbour Tours and Port of Charleston.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Charleston. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in the United States, head for Fayetteville, roughly 257 kilometres northeast of Charleston. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Airborne and Special Operations Museum and Fayetteville Transportation Museum are highlights.