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Cheapest round-trip
$165
Typical prices: $339-$533
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/7Mon 12/10
DTW - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$239
Typical prices: $339-$549
Delta
Mon 1/8Thu 1/11
DTW - CHS • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 2h 15m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $162 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Charleston (DTW-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Charleston

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:05 pm - 8:38 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHS Charleston
12h 33m1 stop Orlando
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6:45 am - 7:06 pmCHS  Charleston-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 21m2 stops Columbus Raleigh-Durham
$165Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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8:05 pm - 8:38 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHS Charleston
12h 33m1 stop Orlando
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10:15 pm - 11:21 amCHS  Charleston-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 06m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$201Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Dec 3
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4:29 pm - 7:14 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHS Charleston
26h 45m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:45 am - 7:06 pmCHS  Charleston-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 21m2 stops Columbus Raleigh-Durham
$210Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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3:23 pm - 5:44 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHS Charleston
2h 21mnonstop
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6:37 pm - 8:57 pmCHS  Charleston-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 20mnonstop
$239Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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3:50 pm - 6:02 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHS Charleston
2h 12mnonstop
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6:47 pm - 9:00 pmCHS  Charleston-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 13mnonstop
$239Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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3:50 pm - 6:02 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHS Charleston
2h 12mnonstop
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6:47 pm - 9:00 pmCHS  Charleston-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 13mnonstop
$239Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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2:57 pm - 9:31 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHS Charleston
6h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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12:18 pm - 8:32 pmCHS  Charleston-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$259American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
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4:20 pm - 9:13 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHS Charleston
4h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:24 am - 12:44 pmCHS  Charleston-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$259American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
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5:25 am - 10:10 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHS Charleston
4h 45m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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8:05 am - 5:05 pmCHS  Charleston-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 00m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$264Southwest
Sun, Jan 24 - Sun, Jan 31
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8:35 am - 4:45 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHS Charleston
8h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
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12:40 pm - 10:35 pmCHS  Charleston-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 55m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Lambert-St Louis
$269Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston at $338 round-trip.
•May ($528) and March ($498) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Charleston

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

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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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$110
Beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 24% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston

When to book flights from Detroit to Charleston

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:55 am and lands at 11:10 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:49 pm and lands at 10:04 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 15m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston takes 2h 15m, covering 669 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston range from $339 to $533, with an average of $415 over the past 12 months. Anything below $339 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 61% above the $415 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $162 round-trip via Newark (EWR), compared to $432 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 717-200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 $165 to $937. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $164, which is 47% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Charleston Airport (CHS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Economy Rent a Car
    • Avis
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 58% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Newark (EWR) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 5% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $348 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $453, a difference of $105.

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

    Only Delta operates flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Charleston.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston?

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 10m, compared with 4h 15m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 28m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston flights:

    • Delta: 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston 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 Monday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Monday flights average $348, about $105 less than Friday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charleston trip for November. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $190 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 Newark Airport (EWR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $162 round-trip on this route - about $270 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

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Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Charleston

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Charleston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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