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Cheapest round-trip
$240
Typical prices: $279-$442
Southwest
Sat 11/3Sat 11/10
CHS - MIA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$347
Typical prices: $273-$434
American Airlines
Sun 11/4Sun 11/11
CHS - MIA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 46m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $348 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Miami (CHS-MIA)

 

Cheap flights from Charleston to Miami with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
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6:35 am - 11:20 amCHS  Charleston-MIA Miami
4h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:30 am - 12:45 pmMIA  Miami-CHS Charleston
6h 15m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$240Southwest
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
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5:55 am - 12:40 pmCHS  Charleston-MIA Miami
6h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
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11:35 am - 7:35 pmMIA  Miami-CHS Charleston
8h 00m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$246Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 10
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 11:20 amCHS  Charleston-MIA Miami
4h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
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11:35 am - 7:35 pmMIA  Miami-CHS Charleston
8h 00m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
$246Southwest
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 12:40 pmCHS  Charleston-MIA Miami
6h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
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9:10 am - 7:35 pmMIA  Miami-CHS Charleston
10h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
$246Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
American Airlines Logo
7:04 am - 8:50 amCHS  Charleston-MIA Miami
1h 46mnonstop
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8:09 pm - 10:02 pmMIA  Miami-CHS Charleston
1h 53mnonstop
$347American Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
11:12 am - 12:55 pmCHS  Charleston-MIA Miami
1h 43mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:26 pm - 12:19 amMIA  Miami-CHS Charleston
1h 53mnonstop
$347American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
11:32 am - 1:18 pmCHS  Charleston-MIA Miami
1h 46mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:06 pm - 11:52 pmMIA  Miami-CHS Charleston
1h 46mnonstop
$347American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 21
Delta Logo
11:19 am - 4:00 pmCHS  Charleston-MIA Miami
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:17 amMIA  Miami-CHS Charleston
4h 17m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$367Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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12:55 pm - 5:22 pmCHS  Charleston-MIA Miami
4h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:10 am - 1:23 pmMIA  Miami-CHS Charleston
6h 13m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$367Delta
Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
5:43 pm - 12:53 amCHS  Charleston-MIA Miami
7h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:10 am - 1:18 pmMIA  Miami-CHS Charleston
5h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$367Delta

Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to Miami flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Charleston to Miami typically range from $279 to $442. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $240, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to Miami. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Miami at $294 round-trip.
•August ($470) and April ($415) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 59% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Charleston to Miami the cheapest?

Flights from Charleston to Miami are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from Charleston to Miami

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

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on MIA

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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 Charleston to Miami flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$89
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Charleston to Miami

When to book flights from Charleston to Miami

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Your Charleston to Miami 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 Miami?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:46 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:14 pm and lands at 10:00 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 46m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Charleston to Miami?

    A nonstop flight from Charleston to Miami takes 1h 46m, covering 490 miles.

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

    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 Miami flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charleston to Miami range from $279 to $442, with an average of $351 over the past 12 months. Anything below $279 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the $351 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $342 round-trip and layover options via Nashville Intl (BNA) at $348.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $50–$100 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 Miami?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Charleston to Miami flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Charleston to Miami 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 $240 to $1,144. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Charleston to Miami route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Charleston to Miami are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $159, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Miami Airport (MIA)?

    Miami Airport (MIA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $1 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Boutique Rent a Car
    • Alamo
    • Hertz

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

    Flights from Charleston to Miami usually depart from Charleston (CHS) and arrive at Miami (MIA).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 76% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Charleston to Miami. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $317 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $367, a difference of $50.

    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 Miami?

    Only American Airlines operates flights between Charleston and Miami.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 17m, compared with 4h 19m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 21m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What popular places can I visit in Miami?

    Some of the most popular sights in Miami are Kaseya Center, Bayside Marketplace and Bayfront Park. These are among the most viewed places in Miami on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Charleston to Miami flights:

    • American Airlines: 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 Charleston to Miami flights?

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

    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • Does CHS have any exclusive lounges that I can access?

    Yes. If you want to indulge in comfortable elegance as you wait for your flight to Miami, you can enter the Club CHS by presenting a prepaid lounge pass or by paying at the door if there is space available. Some amenities of this upscale space include air conditioning, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, accessibility, , TV, Wi-Fi, computer workstations, and more.

  • Does CHS provide facilities for nursing moms?

    Yes. If you are traveling mom who would like to breastfeed in private or who needs to pump, you can use one of the Mamava nursing pods installed in the Charleston Airport. There is one landside in the baggage claim area and another airside near Gate B4. Each freestanding Mamava unit has a fold down table, seating, a USB port, and electrical socket, a coat hook, and a mirror.

  • How can I get from Charleston to CHS on public transportation?

    From several different stops throughout downtown Charleston, you can catch a DASH, or Downtown Area Shuttle. From here, you will transfer to a NASH, a North Area Shuttle, which provides express direct service between downtown Charleston and the Charleston International Airport. A one-way fare is less than $5.

  • Where can I park my car long-term at CHS?

    The most affordable parking at CHS that is ideal for an extended stay is Economy Lot A, which is located behind the Hourly Deck Parking Garage. Once you park in this lot, you simply walk into the back of the Hourly Deck and keep walking straight through the Hourly Deck to the terminals. The maximum stay in this lot is 30 days.

Your guide to booking Charleston to Miami 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $317, about $50 less than Monday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Miami trip for February. Fares historically average $294 round-trip in that month - typically $176 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Miami Airport.

    • Pullman Miami Airport
    • Red Roof PLUS+ Miami Airport
    • Holiday Inn Express & Suites Miami Airport East By IHG
  • Located roughly in the center of the Charleston metropolitan area, the Charleston International Airport (CHS) does not serve as a hub for any airline. The Miami International Airport (MIA) is a hub for American Airlines as well as other smaller, regional Airlines. MIA also serves as a focus city for Frontier and Spirit.
  • American Airlines is one carrier that offers direct flights from CHS to MIA. American, Breeze Airways, Delta, and United are among the airlines that offer flights from CHS to MIA with one stop in cities such as New York, Houston, Charlotte, and Atlanta.
  • If you need a rental car at MIA, you will find all rental car companies housed in the Rental Car Center, located on the Level 3 in between the Flamingo and Dolphin parking garages. Some car rental companies available at the Rental Car Center include Budget, Avis, SIXT, Enterprise, and Hertz.
  • If you are a US military member, you can use the USO at the Miami International Airport free of charge. This military lounge is on Level 2 in the Central Terminal and is open daily from 9 am to 9 pm. Some amenities include refreshments, comfortable seating, and devices for entertainment and connectivity.
  • If you need short-term accommodation in Miami, consider checking into the Miami International Airport Hotel, located in front of the security checkpoint in the Central Terminal Concourse E on Level 2. Some amenities of this upscale accommodation include free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, wheelchair accessibility, a business center, and much more.

Prefer to fly direct from Charleston to Miami?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Charleston Airport to Miami Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Charleston to Miami

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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Direct returns

Miami to Charleston

Monday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Friday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines

American Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines

American Airlines

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