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Cheapest round-trip
$328
Typical prices: $328-$466
American Airlines
Wed 11/7Mon 11/12
COU - CHS • 1 stop
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 34% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $378 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 13m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Columbia to Charleston (COU-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Columbia to Charleston

Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
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6:26 pm - 12:20 amCOU  Columbia Regional-CHS Charleston
4h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:59 pm - 10:42 pmCHS  Charleston-COU Columbia Regional
6h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$328American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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6:26 pm - 12:20 amCOU  Columbia Regional-CHS Charleston
4h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:14 pm - 10:15 pmCHS  Charleston-COU Columbia Regional
7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$328American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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6:15 am - 2:04 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-CHS Charleston
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:50 pm - 10:55 pmCHS  Charleston-COU Columbia Regional
5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$328United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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6:15 am - 2:04 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-CHS Charleston
6h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:58 pm - 10:55 pmCHS  Charleston-COU Columbia Regional
6h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$328United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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11:15 am - 12:15 amCOU  Columbia Regional-CHS Charleston
12h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:50 pm - 10:55 pmCHS  Charleston-COU Columbia Regional
5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$334United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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11:15 am - 12:15 amCOU  Columbia Regional-CHS Charleston
12h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:50 pm - 10:55 pmCHS  Charleston-COU Columbia Regional
5h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$334United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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6:15 am - 3:10 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-CHS Charleston
7h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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3:00 pm - 10:55 pmCHS  Charleston-COU Columbia Regional
8h 55m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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5:44 am - 1:16 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-CHS Charleston
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:44 am - 11:29 amCHS  Charleston-COU Columbia Regional
5h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$343American Airlines
Sat, Sep 26 - Sat, Oct 3
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5:44 am - 1:16 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-CHS Charleston
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:44 am - 11:29 amCHS  Charleston-COU Columbia Regional
5h 45m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$388American Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 1
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7:12 am - 1:36 pmCOU  Columbia Regional-CHS Charleston
5h 24m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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4:10 pm - 9:29 pmCHS  Charleston-COU Columbia Regional
6h 19m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$388American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Columbia to Charleston flights

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

Round-trip flights from Columbia to Charleston start at $328. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $328 to $466. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $328 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Columbia to Charleston, it is 13% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 52% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Columbia to Charleston flights

Low season

February
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 19% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.

When to book flights from Columbia to Charleston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Columbia to Charleston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Columbia to Charleston 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 Columbia to Charleston?

    Flights from Columbia to Charleston usually depart from Columbia Regional (COU) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Columbia to Charleston most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 31% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 43% on the Columbia to Charleston route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $345 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $599, a difference of $254. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Columbia to Charleston?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Columbia to Charleston. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 13m and 5h 39m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Columbia to Charleston 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 $328 to $994. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 13m, compared with 5h 39m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Columbia and Charleston?

    Charleston is 1 hour ahead of Columbia (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Charleston Airport (CHS)?

    Charleston Airport (CHS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Economy Rent a Car
    • Avis
    • Thrifty

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

    Round-trip flights from Columbia to Charleston range from $328 to $466, with an average of $394 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Columbia to Charleston 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 Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $345 - about $254 less than Friday (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Columbia to Charleston trip for January. Fares historically average $258 round-trip in that month - typically $290 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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