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Cheapest round-trip
$112
Typical prices: $159-$368
Breeze Airways
Fri 11/9Tue 11/13
SDF - CHS • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$58
Typical prices: $95-$247
Breeze Airways
Tue 10/30
SDF - CHS • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
2 days a week
You can fly direct with Breeze Airways. Average duration is 1h 35m
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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 67% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 38% price drop
June
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $214 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 3h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to Charleston (SDF-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Louisville to Charleston

Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
Breeze Airways Logo
7:59 pm - 9:34 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CHS Charleston
1h 35mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
6:10 am - 8:02 amCHS  Charleston-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 52mnonstop
$112Breeze Airways
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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7:59 pm - 9:34 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CHS Charleston
1h 35mnonstop
Breeze Airways Logo
6:10 am - 8:02 amCHS  Charleston-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 52mnonstop
$113Breeze Airways
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
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6:53 pm - 12:31 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CHS Charleston
17h 38m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tampa
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 8:02 amCHS  Charleston-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 52mnonstop
$188Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 12:31 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CHS Charleston
17h 38m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tampa
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6:10 am - 8:02 amCHS  Charleston-SDF Louisville Intl
1h 52mnonstop
$194Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
Delta Logo
12:53 pm - 6:54 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CHS Charleston
6h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:59 pm - 12:02 amCHS  Charleston-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Delta
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:25 amSDF  Louisville Intl-CHS Charleston
3h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:04 pm - 10:53 pmCHS  Charleston-SDF Louisville Intl
3h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$217Delta
Mon, Nov 9 - Fri, Nov 13
Southwest Logo
8:45 am - 6:30 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CHS Charleston
9h 45m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
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7:55 pm - 12:25 amCHS  Charleston-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 30m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$228Southwest
Mon, Oct 12 - Fri, Oct 16
American Airlines Logo
5:19 pm - 11:59 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CHS Charleston
6h 40m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:04 pm - 12:08 amCHS  Charleston-SDF Louisville Intl
5h 04m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$237American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
6:27 am - 11:24 amSDF  Louisville Intl-CHS Charleston
4h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 11:38 pmCHS  Charleston-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 12m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$237American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
7:10 am - 7:15 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-CHS Charleston
12h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
5:15 pm - 10:10 pmCHS  Charleston-SDF Louisville Intl
4h 55m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$248Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to Charleston flights

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

Round-trip flights from Louisville to Charleston typically range from $159 to $368. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $112, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Louisville to Charleston. It’s 29% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 54% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to Charleston?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Louisville to Charleston at $158 round-trip.
•March ($447) and January ($386) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 182% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Louisville to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from Louisville to Charleston are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 67% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Louisville to Charleston flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$58
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Louisville to Charleston

When to book flights from Louisville to Charleston

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Your Louisville 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 Louisville to Charleston?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Louisville to Charleston:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:59 pm and lands at 9:34 pm
    • Latest: departs at 7:59 pm and lands at 9:34 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 35m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Louisville to Charleston:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Louisville to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Louisville to Charleston takes 1h 35m, covering 485 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Louisville 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 Louisville to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Louisville to Charleston range from $159 to $368, with an average of $255 over the past 12 months. Anything below $159 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Louisville to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 10% above the $255 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $153 round-trip, compared to $214 via a layover through Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Louisville to Charleston?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $77–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    One-way fares from Louisville to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $109, which is 39% 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 starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Louisville to Charleston?

    Flights from Louisville to Charleston usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 3% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 54% on flights from Louisville to Charleston. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $182 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $395, a difference of $213.

    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 Louisville to Charleston?

    Only Breeze Airways operates flights between Louisville and Charleston.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 58m, compared with 4h 03m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 24m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Louisville to Charleston flights?

    Among airlines operating Louisville to Charleston flights:

    • Breeze Airways: 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 Louisville to Charleston flights?

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

    • Breeze Airways: 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 Louisville 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average $182, about $213 less than Thursday fares (54% 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 67% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Louisville to Charleston trip for July. Fares historically average $158 round-trip in that month - typically $289 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Louisville to Charleston?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Louisville Intl Airport to Charleston Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Louisville Intl to Charleston

Monday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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Direct returns

Charleston to Louisville Intl

Monday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Friday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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