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Cheapest round-trip
$299
Typical prices: $375-$509
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Fri 12/21Sun 12/23
CHS - HOU • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$326
Typical prices: $391-$495
Southwest
Wed 12/19Fri 12/21
CHS - HOU • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 2h 38m
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $406 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 34m (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

Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 23
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8:00 pm - 9:40 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 40mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 12:15 amHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
4h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$299Southwest
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 23
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8:00 pm - 9:40 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
2h 40mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 12:15 amHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
4h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$299Southwest
Mon, Dec 21 - Wed, Dec 23
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4:45 pm - 11:00 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 pm - 12:15 amHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
4h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$309Southwest
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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1:25 pm - 5:10 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 45m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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4:00 pm - 9:40 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
4h 40m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$309Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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12:55 pm - 4:29 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:10 pm - 7:22 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
6h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$331Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:55 pm - 4:35 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
4h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:11 pm - 9:07 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
4h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$331Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:10 am - 9:44 amCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 34m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:27 pm - 12:04 amHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
5h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$331Delta
Thu, Feb 18 - Sat, Feb 20
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7:30 pm - 11:47 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
5h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:06 pm - 10:59 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
4h 53m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$346American Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
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4:48 pm - 10:59 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:57 am - 3:58 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
5h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$347American Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Sun, Jan 31
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4:48 pm - 10:59 pmCHS  Charleston-HOU Houston Hobby
7h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:57 am - 3:58 pmHOU  Houston Hobby-CHS Charleston
5h 01m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$372American 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 $375 to $509. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $299, 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, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport. It’s 5% 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?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport at $292 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 218% 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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Brandon Schultz

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Key details for Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$155
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 66% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Charleston to Hobby

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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 7:58 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:00 pm and lands at 10:38 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 38m.

  • 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 38m, 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 $375 to $509, with an average of $408 over the past 12 months. Anything below $375 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, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $416 round-trip and layover options via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) at $406.

  • 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 $299 to $900. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $241.

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

    Houston Hobby Airport (HOU) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $69 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • 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) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% 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 40% on flights from Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $391 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $643, a difference of $252.

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

  • 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 Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 34m, compared with 4h 35m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 24m 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

    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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $391, about $252 less than Tuesday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Houston Hobby Airport trip for August. Fares historically average $292 round-trip in that month - typically $639 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 $406 round-trip on this route - about $9 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.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Houston Hobby Airport
    • Best Western Plus Hobby Airport Inn & Suites
    • Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Houston Hobby Airport

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