CHS - SAN

$163 Find Cheap Flights from Charleston to San Diego - Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 21% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$323
Typical prices: $382-$566
JetBlue
Sun 12/2Sun 12/9
CHS - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $222-$370
American Airlines
Sun 10/14
CHS - SAN • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Charleston and San Diego. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
Insights
Insights
When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 64% compared to booking last minute.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
September
Cheapest • 14% price drop
October
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top layover airports
Boston Logan Intl (BOS)
Cheapest • Avg $268 (round-trip)
Austin Bergstrom (AUS)
Shortest trip • 6h 39m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches 100s of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you love your trip to San Diego!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Charleston to San Diego (CHS-SAN)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Charleston to San Diego

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
JetBlue Logo
12:43 pm - 8:18 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
10h 35m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
JetBlue Logo
9:40 pm - 11:53 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
11h 13m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$323JetBlue
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
4:34 pm - 9:37 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
8h 03m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 6:28 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
9h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
4:58 pm - 10:41 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
8h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:05 pm - 9:59 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
6h 54m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$325United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
7:18 pm - 11:38 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:18 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
8h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$325American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
1:30 pm - 9:00 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
10h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 9:35 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
7h 40m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas Love Field
$330Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
Southwest Logo
2:20 pm - 10:05 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
10h 45m2 stops Dallas Love Field Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
9:50 pm - 10:00 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
9h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$330Southwest
Thu, Dec 31 - Tue, Jan 5
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:01 amCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:40 pm - 9:42 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
8h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$341Delta
Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:25 amCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
8h 25m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 9:12 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
8h 32m1 stop Newark
$341United Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
Delta Logo
12:30 pm - 6:48 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
9h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
9:50 pm - 8:45 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
7h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$372Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Sat, Oct 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 6:09 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
14h 49m2 stops Richmond Byrd Intl San Francisco
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:13 pm - 11:16 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
31h 03m1 stop Norfolk
$495Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to San Diego flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Charleston to San Diego start at $323. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $382 to $566. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $323 on JetBlue.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to San Diego, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to San Diego?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to San Diego at $390 round-trip.
  • August ($590) and April ($518) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Charleston to San Diego the cheapest?

Flights from Charleston to San Diego are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 64% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Find deals

Key details for Charleston to San Diego flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$163
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 3% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
Flight from Charleston to San Diego

When to book flights from Charleston to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charleston to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price

Your Charleston to San Diego 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 Charleston to San Diego?

    Flights from Charleston to San Diego usually depart from Charleston (CHS) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Charleston to San Diego:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 5% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Charleston to San Diego route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $398 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $527, a difference of $129. 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 popular places can I visit in San Diego?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Charleston to San Diego flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 86% above the route average of $451. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Charleston to San Diego?

    A nonstop flight from Charleston to San Diego takes 0h 00m, covering 2,145 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charleston to San Diego?

    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 Charleston to San Diego 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 $236 to $2,215. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Charleston to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $170, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 39m, compared with 6h 44m via Dallas Love Field (DAL) and 7h 01m via Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What is the time difference between Charleston and San Diego?

    San Diego is 3 hours behind Charleston (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at San Diego Airport (SAN)?

    San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Payless
    • Europcar
    • Thrifty
    • Fox

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

    Round-trip flights from Charleston to San Diego range from $382 to $566, with an average of $451 over the past 12 months. Anything below $382 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Charleston to San Diego 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 $398 - about $129 less than Sunday (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 64% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to San Diego trip for September. Fares historically average $390 round-trip in that month - typically $200 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 San Diego Airport.
    - Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Downtown Little Italy
    - Bay Club Hotel & Marina
    - Sheraton San Diego Resort

More options for your flight from Charleston to San Diego

Complete your trip to San Diego with a hotel stay or car rental

Car rentals in San Diego
Hotels in San Diego
Vacations in San Diego