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Cheapest round-trip
$217
Typical prices: $336-$467
Southwest
Wed 9/19Wed 9/26
STL - CHS • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$95
Typical prices: $175-$259
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/14
STL - CHS • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between St. Louis and Charleston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $332 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Charleston (STL-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from St. Louis to Charleston

Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
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1:40 pm - 4:40 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CHS Charleston
2h 00mnonstop
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6:45 am - 7:45 amCHS  Charleston-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 00mnonstop
$217Southwest
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
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3:35 pm - 6:35 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CHS Charleston
2h 00mnonstop
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5:20 pm - 6:25 pmCHS  Charleston-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 05mnonstop
$217Southwest
Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Oct 29
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4:30 pm - 7:25 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CHS Charleston
1h 55mnonstop
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1:25 pm - 2:30 pmCHS  Charleston-STL Lambert-St Louis
2h 05mnonstop
$217Southwest
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
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5:00 am - 1:16 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CHS Charleston
7h 16m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:04 am - 1:03 pmCHS  Charleston-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$227American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Nov 3
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7:28 am - 2:55 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CHS Charleston
6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:16 pm - 6:17 pmCHS  Charleston-STL Lambert-St Louis
7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$227American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21
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10:00 am - 3:06 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CHS Charleston
4h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:59 pm - 11:39 pmCHS  Charleston-STL Lambert-St Louis
4h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Delta
Tue, Sep 22 - Sat, Sep 26
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2:30 pm - 7:13 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CHS Charleston
3h 43m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:26 pm - 11:42 pmCHS  Charleston-STL Lambert-St Louis
6h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Delta
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
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1:29 pm - 9:33 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CHS Charleston
7h 04m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:50 pm - 10:59 pmCHS  Charleston-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$227United Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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6:00 am - 2:27 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CHS Charleston
7h 27m1 stop Newark
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9:55 am - 2:30 pmCHS  Charleston-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$227United Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
Delta Logo
6:54 pm - 11:59 pmSTL  Lambert-St Louis-CHS Charleston
4h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:52 pm - 11:42 pmCHS  Charleston-STL Lambert-St Louis
5h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$227Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for St. Louis to Charleston flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Charleston?

Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Charleston start at $217. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $336 to $467. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $217 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Charleston?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Charleston, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 33% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Charleston?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Charleston at $350 round-trip.
  • July ($435) and June ($404) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 24% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from St. Louis to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from St. Louis to Charleston are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% 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 St. Louis to Charleston

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on STL

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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 St. Louis to Charleston flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$95
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 3% increase in price.
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Your St. Louis to Charleston flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer eco-friendly flights from St. Louis to Charleston?

    Every passenger on a flight to Charleston from St. Louis emits about 885 kg of CO2. Southwest and Delta operate some of the most sustainable flights to Charleston from St. Louis. These airlines offer one-stop flights from STL to CHS and emit about 55% and 54% less CO2 than most of their counterparts.

  • What are the stopover options for flights from St. Louis to Charleston?

    The stopover options for flights from St. Louis to Charleston vary depending on your airline. If you're flying with Delta Air Lines from STL to CHS, expect a single layover at Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson International Airport (ATL). Southwest offers single-stop flights on this route with a common layover in Nashville International Airport (BNA). Passengers flying with American Airlines should expect a single stop or two stops in Charlotte Douglas (CLT), New York LaGuardia (LGA), and Washington D.C. Reagan National (DCA).

  • How can I get to St. Louis Lambert International Airport from the city center?

    One of the most affordable options is to use the Metro Link. The Red Line runs to Terminal 1 every 15min and takes about 30min to complete the trip from downtown St. Louis, Civic Center, Union Station, Central West End, Grand, and Stadium. The Metro Link operates from 4:20 am to 1 am. You can also get to the airport using Bus Number 49. The bus operates from 4:30 am to midnight and takes approximately 1h 20min to complete the trip.

  • Are there any lounges at Charleston International Airport?

    Yes. The Club Charleston Airport is in Concourse B Airside of the Terminal Building. The lounge runs daily from 5 am to 7:30 pm and offers non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages, printers, computer workstations, television, flight status screen, and Wi-Fi. You can access the lounge by purchasing a lounge pass, paying at the door, or through lounge membership programs.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on St. Louis to Charleston flights?

    Among airlines operating St. Louis to Charleston flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from St. Louis to Charleston?

    Only Southwest operates flights between St. Louis and Charleston.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from St. Louis to Charleston?

    Flights from St. Louis to Charleston usually depart from Lambert-St Louis (STL) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on St. Louis to Charleston flights?

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from St. Louis to Charleston?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from St. Louis to Charleston.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $332 round-trip via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), compared to $435 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from St. Louis to Charleston?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$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 St. Louis to Charleston?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from St. Louis to Charleston pass through?

    One-stop flights from St. Louis to Charleston most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 47% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 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 St. Louis to Charleston?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the St. Louis to Charleston route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $350 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $523, a difference of $173. 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 St. Louis to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from St. Louis to Charleston takes 1h 58m, covering 705 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from St. Louis to Charleston?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from St. Louis to Charleston:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:15 am and lands at 1:13 pm
    • Latest: departs at 5:25 pm and lands at 7:23 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 58m.

  • How expensive are last-minute St. Louis to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 18% above the route average of $391. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 $217 to $1,979. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from St. Louis to Charleston looking right now?

    One-way fares from St. Louis to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $108, which is 50% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 05m, compared with 4h 09m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 12m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between St. Louis and Charleston?

    Charleston is 1 hour ahead of St. Louis (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 St. Louis to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from St. Louis to Charleston range from $336 to $467, with an average of $391 over the past 12 months. Anything below $336 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking St. Louis 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $350 - about $173 less than Sunday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your St. Louis to Charleston trip for February. Fares historically average $350 round-trip in that month - typically $85 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $332 round-trip on this route - about $103 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • Charleston International Airport (CHS) has a single terminal divided into two concourses, Concourse A and Concourse B. Passengers can easily walk from one concourse to the other concourse, thanks to the airside walkway that links the two concourses.
  • Nursing mothers traveling through Charleston Airport are welcome to use the Mamava lactation suites at the airport. You can find one near Carousel 1 in the Baggage Claim Area Airside of the Terminal. Other suites are between Gates B6 and B4 Airside of the Terminal.
  • St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) has two terminals, Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. Terminal 1 hosts Concourse A, Concourse B, Concourse C, and Concourse D while the latter has Concourse E. The airport offers shuttle buses to transport passengers from one terminal to another.
  • St. Louis Airport offers a Children’s Play Area. The STL Play Port is a transportation-themed play area where kids can burn off some energy before flying out of the airport. The Play Port is near Gate C3.
  • If you’re looking for a place near CHS ideal for an overnight stay, consider Hilton Garden Inn Charleston Airport. The hotel is just 2 miles from the airport and offers complimentary shuttle services. Booking a stay here gives you access to free parking, a fitness center, a restaurant, and an indoor pool.

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