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Cheapest round-trip
$218
Typical prices: $227-$381
United Airlines
Mon 12/17Wed 12/19
CHS - IAD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$100
Typical prices: $231-$383
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/27
CHS - IAD • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines. Average duration is 1h 37m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $380 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Dulles Intl (CHS-IAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charleston to Dulles Intl

Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Dec 19
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7:56 pm - 9:37 pmCHS  Charleston-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 41mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 7:15 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHS Charleston
2h 00mnonstop
$218United Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:45 am - 2:49 pmCHS  Charleston-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
32h 04m2 stops Columbus Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:26 pm - 8:38 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHS Charleston
12h 12m1 stop Orlando
$228Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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10:15 pm - 9:46 pmCHS  Charleston-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 31m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:26 pm - 8:38 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHS Charleston
12h 12m1 stop Orlando
$229Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 16
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4:22 pm - 2:43 pmCHS  Charleston-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 21m2 stops New Orleans Louis Armstrong Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:16 pm - 8:38 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHS Charleston
10h 22m1 stop Orlando
$237Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
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7:56 pm - 9:30 pmCHS  Charleston-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 34mnonstop
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1:45 pm - 3:32 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHS Charleston
1h 47mnonstop
$240United Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:15 pm - 10:02 pmCHS  Charleston-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 47m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:16 pm - 8:38 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHS Charleston
10h 22m1 stop Orlando
$240Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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9:39 pm - 2:49 pmCHS  Charleston-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
41h 10m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:34 pm - 9:01 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHS Charleston
29h 27m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$242Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 29
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7:30 am - 12:19 amCHS  Charleston-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
16h 49m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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10:16 pm - 8:38 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHS Charleston
10h 22m1 stop Orlando
$243Multiple Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 1
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7:00 am - 12:19 amCHS  Charleston-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
17h 19m2 stops Columbus Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:38 pm - 6:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHS Charleston
27h 12m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$246Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
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8:23 pm - 11:43 pmCHS  Charleston-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 20m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:37 pm - 6:50 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-CHS Charleston
27h 13m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$255Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport typically range from $227 to $381. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $218, on United Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 148% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at $219 round-trip.
•October ($355) and November ($349) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Charleston to Dulles Intl

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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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.

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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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$100
Beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 35% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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Your Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:05 am and lands at 11:42 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:56 pm and lands at 9:33 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 37m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 1h 37m, covering 442 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from $227 to $381, with an average of $297 over the past 12 months. Anything below $227 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 44% above the $297 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $294 round-trip, compared to $380 via a layover through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$80 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Airbus A319 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 $218 to $1,434. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $132, which is 53% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $70 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually depart from Charleston (CHS) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 54% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 46% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 67% on flights from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $249 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $739, a difference of $490.

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Only United Airlines operates flights between Charleston and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 57m, compared with 4h 13m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • United 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

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

    • United 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.

Your guide to booking Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $249, about $490 less than Sunday fares (66% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $219 round-trip in that month - typically $136 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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Charleston to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Charleston

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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