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Cheapest round-trip
$172
Typical prices: $245-$424
JetBlue
Sat 10/20Sun 10/28
BUF - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$89
Typical prices: $133-$307
Southwest
Wed 10/31
BUF - CHS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Buffalo and Charleston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 57% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 38% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $231 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 4h 04m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Buffalo to Charleston (BUF-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Buffalo to Charleston

Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:00 am - 2:12 pmBUF  Buffalo-CHS Charleston
7h 12m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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9:35 am - 2:58 pmCHS  Charleston-BUF Buffalo
5h 23m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$172JetBlue
Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:35 pm - 11:56 pmBUF  Buffalo-CHS Charleston
4h 21m1 stop Philadelphia
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6:00 am - 11:23 amCHS  Charleston-BUF Buffalo
5h 23m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$177American Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 30
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12:10 pm - 5:45 pmBUF  Buffalo-CHS Charleston
5h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl
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8:05 am - 12:20 pmCHS  Charleston-BUF Buffalo
4h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$177Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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1:10 pm - 8:10 pmBUF  Buffalo-CHS Charleston
7h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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7:30 am - 12:05 pmCHS  Charleston-BUF Buffalo
4h 35m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$177Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
11:08 am - 5:21 pmBUF  Buffalo-CHS Charleston
6h 13m1 stop New York LaGuardia
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6:00 am - 10:11 amCHS  Charleston-BUF Buffalo
4h 11m1 stop Philadelphia
$177American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:10 amBUF  Buffalo-CHS Charleston
4h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:05 pm - 11:59 pmCHS  Charleston-BUF Buffalo
4h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$197Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 1:55 pmBUF  Buffalo-CHS Charleston
7h 25m1 stop Newark
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7:52 pm - 11:46 pmCHS  Charleston-BUF Buffalo
3h 54m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$197United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 1:55 pmBUF  Buffalo-CHS Charleston
7h 25m1 stop Newark
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2:52 pm - 10:59 pmCHS  Charleston-BUF Buffalo
8h 07m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$202United Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
Delta Logo
6:55 pm - 11:59 pmBUF  Buffalo-CHS Charleston
5h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:05 pm - 11:59 pmCHS  Charleston-BUF Buffalo
4h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$249Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
JetBlue Logo
7:00 am - 2:12 pmBUF  Buffalo-CHS Charleston
7h 12m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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11:05 am - 3:23 pmCHS  Charleston-BUF Buffalo
4h 18m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$324JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for Buffalo to Charleston flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Buffalo to Charleston with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Buffalo to Charleston?

Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Charleston start at $172. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $245 to $424. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $172 on JetBlue.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Buffalo to Charleston, it is 21% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Charleston?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Buffalo to Charleston at $201 round-trip.
•December ($426) and June ($392) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 111% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Buffalo to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from Buffalo to Charleston are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 57% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Buffalo to Charleston flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$89
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Buffalo to Charleston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Buffalo to Charleston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Buffalo to Charleston flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Buffalo to Charleston usually depart from Buffalo (BUF) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Baltimore/Washington (BWI) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the Buffalo to Charleston route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $256 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $398, a difference of $142. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 45% above the route average of $322. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Buffalo to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Buffalo to Charleston takes 0h 00m, covering 697 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Buffalo 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.

  • Have flight prices from Buffalo 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 $172 to $1,596. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Buffalo to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $124, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 04m, compared with 4h 12m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) and 4h 14m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • 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

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

    Round-trip flights from Buffalo to Charleston range from $245 to $424, with an average of $322 over the past 12 months. Anything below $245 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Buffalo to Charleston flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $256 - about $142 less than Sunday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 57% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Buffalo to Charleston trip for February. Fares historically average $201 round-trip in that month - typically $225 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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