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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $370-$509
Southwest
Sun 12/9Sat 12/15
CHS - HOU • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$289
Typical prices: $364-$495
Southwest
Mon 11/5Fri 11/9
CHS - HOU • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 36m
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 9% price drop
October
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $385 (round-trip)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Shortest trip • 4h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Hobby (CHS-HOU)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charleston to Hobby

Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
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1:30 pm - 6:50 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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9:15 am - 5:25 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
7h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$279Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:25 pm - 10:55 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
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7:20 am - 4:30 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
8h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$279Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:10 pm - 11:03 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:28 pm - 11:59 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
5h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$279Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
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1:30 pm - 6:50 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
6h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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1:20 pm - 7:35 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
5h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$279Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:35 pm - 10:15 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
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9:00 pm - 12:20 amHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
2h 20mnonstop
$284Southwest
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:10 pm - 11:03 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:28 pm - 11:59 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
5h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$309Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
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3:29 pm - 10:34 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
8h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:07 pm - 10:26 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
7h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$309American Airlines
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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7:10 pm - 11:03 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:09 am - 1:00 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$309Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
American Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 11:49 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:08 pm - 10:33 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
7h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$365American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Dec 30
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7:00 am - 1:54 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:25 pm - 10:37 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
7h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$365American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport?

Round-trip flights from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport typically range from $370 to $509. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279, on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 57% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport at $368 round-trip.
•January ($931) and June ($604) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 152% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Charleston to Hobby

 
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

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Key details for Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$130
Beat the crowds with an average 86% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 145% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport

When to book flights from Charleston to Hobby

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:20 am and lands at 7:56 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:00 pm and lands at 10:36 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 36m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport takes 2h 36m, covering 926 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport?

    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 Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport range from $370 to $509, with an average of $407 over the past 12 months. Anything below $370 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $385 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $407 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$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 Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • Have flight prices from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport 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 $279 to $747. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $167, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)?

    Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $20 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Flights from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport usually depart from Charleston (CHS) and arrive at Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 70% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 44% on flights from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $362 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $643, a difference of $281.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Charleston and Houston Hobby Airport.

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

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 33m, compared with 4h 37m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 5h 37m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What is the time difference between Charleston and Houston Hobby Airport?

    Houston Hobby Airport is 1 hour behind Charleston (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Houston Hobby Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Houston Hobby Airport are George R. Brown Convention Center, Daikin Park and Houston Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Houston Hobby Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport flights:

    • Southwest: 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 Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport flights?

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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.

Your guide to booking Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $362, about $281 less than Tuesday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $368 round-trip in that month - typically $563 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $385 round-trip on this route - about $22 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Houston Hobby Airport.

    • Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
    • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
    • Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport

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