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Cheapest round-trip
$159
Typical prices: $254-$392
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/27Sat 11/3
ATL - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$219
Typical prices: $259-$396
Delta
Tue 10/30Fri 11/2
ATL - CHS • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h 14m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $163 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Charleston (ATL-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to Charleston

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4
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7:49 am - 8:01 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-CHS Charleston
12h 12m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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6:00 am - 3:30 pmCHS  Charleston-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 30m1 stop Tampa
$164Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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3:46 pm - 8:38 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-CHS Charleston
16h 52m1 stop Orlando
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6:00 am - 3:30 pmCHS  Charleston-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 30m1 stop Tampa
$169Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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7:49 pm - 8:38 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-CHS Charleston
12h 49m1 stop Orlando
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6:00 am - 3:44 pmCHS  Charleston-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 44m1 stop Tampa
$172Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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3:46 pm - 8:38 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-CHS Charleston
16h 52m1 stop Orlando
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6:00 am - 3:30 pmCHS  Charleston-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
9h 30m1 stop Tampa
$175Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15
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7:49 am - 1:37 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-CHS Charleston
5h 48m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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7:00 am - 7:03 pmCHS  Charleston-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
12h 03m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$177Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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6:20 am - 10:36 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-CHS Charleston
16h 16m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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8:27 pm - 4:38 pmCHS  Charleston-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
20h 11m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$184Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
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7:58 am - 9:48 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-CHS Charleston
25h 50m1 stop New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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6:45 am - 2:34 pmCHS  Charleston-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 49m1 stop Columbus
$187Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 12
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7:31 am - 7:14 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-CHS Charleston
11h 43m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:45 am - 9:30 pmCHS  Charleston-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
14h 45m1 stop Columbus
$193Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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7:45 pm - 8:58 pmATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-CHS Charleston
1h 13mnonstop
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6:29 pm - 7:50 pmCHS  Charleston-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 21mnonstop
$219Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:25 am - 8:43 amATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-CHS Charleston
1h 18mnonstop
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4:11 pm - 5:25 pmCHS  Charleston-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
1h 14mnonstop
$219Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Atlanta to Charleston flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Charleston?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Charleston. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Charleston?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Charleston at $264 round-trip.
•May ($429) and March ($397) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Atlanta to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from Atlanta to Charleston are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Atlanta to Charleston

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on ATL

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on CHS

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Key details for Atlanta to Charleston flights

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February

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Your Atlanta to Charleston flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Atlanta to Charleston?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Atlanta to Charleston:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:25 am and lands at 8:39 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:50 pm and lands at 12:04 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 14m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Atlanta to Charleston?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Atlanta to Charleston:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Atlanta to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Atlanta to Charleston takes 1h 14m, covering 258 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Atlanta to Charleston?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Atlanta to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Charleston range from $254 to $392, with an average of $321 over the past 12 months. Anything below $254 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Atlanta to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 27% above the $321 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Atlanta to Charleston?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $163 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $327 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Atlanta to Charleston?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Atlanta to Charleston?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Atlanta to Charleston spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Atlanta to Charleston flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 22%, and night flights for 11%.

  • Have flight prices from Atlanta to Charleston changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $159 to $1,077. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Atlanta to Charleston flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Atlanta to Charleston route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Atlanta to Charleston looking right now?

    One-way fares from Atlanta to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $100, which is 69% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Charleston Airport (CHS)?

    Charleston Airport (CHS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Economy Rent a Car
    • Avis
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Atlanta to Charleston?

    Flights from Atlanta to Charleston usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Atlanta to Charleston pass through?

    One-stop flights from Atlanta to Charleston most commonly connect through:

    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Tampa (TPA) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) - 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Atlanta to Charleston?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Atlanta to Charleston. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $285 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $339, a difference of $54.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Atlanta to Charleston?

    Only Delta operates flights between Atlanta and Charleston.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Atlanta to Charleston?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 25m, compared with 6h 24m via Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and 8h 19m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Atlanta to Charleston flights?

    Among airlines operating Atlanta to Charleston flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Atlanta to Charleston flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • What are some of the choices I will have for transportation to get me from the Charleston International Airport (CHS) downtown Charleston area after a flight?

    If you would like to make your way to the downtown area utilizing public transportation, the Charleston International Airport operates their Downtown Shuttle that can take you to the downtown area in around 30 minutes. You can also travel on local bus Line 11 provided by CARTA, which makes this trip in around 50 minutes.

  • Where should I plan on looking for all of the rental car companies when I land on my flight to Charleston International Airport?

    All of the rental car companies that operate at this airport do so at a rental car pavilion that passengers will find at the end of the terminal just past the baggage claim. The vehicles available for rent sit on Level One of the five-tier parking deck.

  • Is there any possibility of utilizing a rideshare service at the Charleston International Airport, and if they are available, where should I plan on meeting a ride?

    There are rideshare services available at this airport, and all of the pick-ups for these vehicles occur at the far curbside opposite the baggage claim area. Passengers can access this pickup area by exiting from the baggage claim area and then taking the crosswalk across both roadways to the far curb.

  • Are there any good choices for hotels that sit close to the terminal buildings at the Charleston International Airport?

    One of the best choices for a convenient hotel that sits along International Boulevard at the entrance to the airport property is the Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Airport which offers guests a complimentary shuttle from the airport.

Your guide to booking Atlanta to Charleston flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $285, about $54 less than Thursday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Atlanta to Charleston trip for December. Fares historically average $264 round-trip in that month - typically $165 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $163 round-trip on this route - about $163 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • One of the best ways the travelers can make their way from the downtown Atlanta area to the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) is to travel on the Gold or Red line operated by MARTA, which can get passengers from the downtown area to the airport and around 15 minutes.
  • If you are driving yourself to the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and you would like to find the most economical parking available at this airport, the best choice is Park Ride Lot C which provides the lowest daily rate and shuttle service to the terminal buildings.
  • If you are a parent that will be traveling with your kids through the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, it is valuable to know that this airport features two different kids' play areas that include things like sides and plenty of things for them to climb up on to burn up some energy before a flight.
  • When you are considering a comfortable place to wait for your flight at the Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, one option is to visit Concourse F and spend some time in The Club ATL. This is a passenger lounge that features a good assortment of food and beverage choices, computers offering internet access, as well as flight information screens.
  • Military members that will be traveling from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport should know that this airport features a USO Lounge that sits in the atrium of the Domestic Terminal. Some of the amenities available at this lounge include complimentary food and beverages, multimedia entertainment choices, as well as plenty of comfortable seating.

Prefer to fly direct from Atlanta to Charleston?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Charleston Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Charleston

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Charleston to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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