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Cheapest round-trip
$118
Typical prices: $267-$394
Breeze Airways
Wed 12/19Tue 1/2
CHS - RIC • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$58
Typical prices: $122-$347
Breeze Airways
Wed 11/21
CHS - RIC • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
2 days a week
You can fly direct with Breeze Airways. Average duration is 1h 20m
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 40% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $141 (round-trip)
Baltimore/Washington (BWI)
Shortest trip • 3h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Richmond (CHS-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charleston to Richmond

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Jan 2
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6:20 am - 7:40 amCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 20mnonstop
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9:26 pm - 10:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
1h 29mnonstop
$118Breeze Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25
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6:20 am - 7:40 amCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 20mnonstop
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9:26 pm - 10:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
1h 29mnonstop
$127Breeze Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25
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6:20 am - 7:40 amCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 20mnonstop
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9:26 pm - 10:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
1h 29mnonstop
$132Breeze Airways
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
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9:39 pm - 8:16 amCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
10h 37m1 stop Hartford Bradley Intl
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8:13 pm - 9:42 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
1h 29mnonstop
$153Breeze Airways
Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 2
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1:40 pm - 7:35 pmCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 55m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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9:26 pm - 10:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
1h 29mnonstop
$212Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25
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6:20 am - 7:40 amCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 20mnonstop
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3:00 pm - 11:39 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
8h 39m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$218Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25
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4:40 pm - 9:25 pmCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 45m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:26 pm - 10:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
1h 29mnonstop
$222Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Nov 27
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9:00 am - 12:57 pmCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:00 am - 8:29 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
3h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$277American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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9:00 am - 12:57 pmCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:58 pm - 11:57 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
3h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$299American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Fri, Nov 27
American Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 12:57 pmCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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9:07 am - 2:44 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
5h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$299American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to Richmond flights

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

Round-trip flights from Charleston to Richmond typically range from $267 to $394. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $118, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to Richmond. It’s 22% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 31% higher.

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Key details for Charleston to Richmond flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$58
Beat the crowds with an average 65% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Charleston to Richmond

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Your Charleston to Richmond 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 Richmond?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:20 am and lands at 7:40 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:00 am and lands at 8:20 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 20m.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Charleston to Richmond.

  • How long is a flight from Charleston to Richmond?

    A nonstop flight from Charleston to Richmond takes 1h 20m, covering 353 miles.

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

    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 Richmond flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charleston to Richmond range from $267 to $394, with an average of $328 over the past 12 months. Anything below $267 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $141 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $197 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $100–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    One-way fares from Charleston to Richmond are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $121, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC)?

    Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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

    Flights from Charleston to Richmond usually depart from Charleston (CHS) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 63% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from Charleston to Richmond. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $259 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $430, a difference of $171.

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

  • What airlines fly from Charleston to Richmond?

    Only Breeze Airways operates flights between Charleston and Richmond.

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

    Flying via Baltimore/Washington (BWI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 30m, compared with 3h 41m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 05m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Richmond?

    Some of the most popular sights in Richmond are Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, St. John's Episcopal Church and Black History Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Richmond on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Charleston to Richmond flights:

    • Breeze Airways: 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 Richmond flights?

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

    • Breeze Airways: 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.

Your guide to booking Charleston to Richmond 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 Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $259, about $171 less than Monday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Richmond trip for July. Fares historically average $197 round-trip in that month - typically $232 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 $141 round-trip on this route - about $56 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 Richmond Byrd Intl Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Richmond Airport
    • Candlewood Suites Richmond Airport By IHG
    • Super 8 by Wyndham Richmond Airport VA

Prefer to fly direct from Charleston to Richmond?

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

Direct departures

Charleston to Richmond Byrd Intl

Wednesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Saturday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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Direct returns

Richmond Byrd Intl to Charleston

Wednesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Saturday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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