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Cheapest round-trip
$276
Typical prices: $296-$481
Breeze Airways
Sat 11/10Sat 11/17
MSN - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$355
Typical prices: $229-$326
United Airlines
Sat 9/29
MSN - CHS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Madison and Charleston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
5 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 13% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $344 (round-trip)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
Shortest trip • 4h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Madison to Charleston (MSN-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Madison to Charleston

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
Breeze Airways Logo
10:30 am - 8:38 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
21h 08m1 stop Orlando
Breeze Airways Logo
7:00 am - 4:18 pmCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
10h 18m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$265Breeze Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
Breeze Airways Logo
10:30 am - 8:38 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
21h 08m1 stop Orlando
Breeze Airways Logo
1:21 pm - 9:58 amCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
21h 37m1 stop Tampa
$276Breeze Airways
Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30
American Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 6:36 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
5h 00m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
8:05 am - 11:56 amCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
4h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$285American Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Jan 30
Delta Logo
11:11 am - 4:51 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
4h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:40 am - 11:35 amCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
4h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$285Delta
Sat, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 27
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 11:26 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
1:00 pm - 4:37 pmCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
4h 37m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$285Delta
Tue, Jan 26 - Sat, Jan 30
United Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 1:51 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
6h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 9:03 pmCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 33m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
$290United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 1:56 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
6h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:35 pm - 11:07 pmCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
8h 32m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$290United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
3:28 pm - 11:59 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
7h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:53 amCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 53m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$302American Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 1:50 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
4h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 11:40 amCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$302American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
Breeze Airways Logo
10:30 am - 8:38 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
21h 08m1 stop Orlando
Breeze Airways Logo
3:27 pm - 9:50 amCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
19h 23m1 stop Orlando
$320Breeze Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for Madison to Charleston flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Madison to Charleston start at $276. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $296 to $481. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $276 on Breeze Airways.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison to Charleston, it is 23% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 53% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Charleston?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Charleston at $328 round-trip.
  • April ($497) and August ($473) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Madison to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from Madison to Charleston are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Madison to Charleston flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$355
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 4% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
Flight from Madison to Charleston

When to book flights from Madison to Charleston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison to Charleston?

    Flights from Madison to Charleston usually depart from Madison Truax Field (MSN) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Madison to Charleston:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 52% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 5% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 50% on the Madison to Charleston route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $293 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $582, a difference of $289. 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 expensive are last-minute Madison to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 27% above the route average of $378. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Madison to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Madison to Charleston takes 0h 00m, covering 868 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Madison 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 Madison 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 $276 to $2,506. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Madison to Charleston are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $358, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 28m, compared with 4h 55m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 59m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Madison and Charleston?

    Charleston is 1 hour ahead of Madison (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 Madison to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Madison to Charleston range from $296 to $481, with an average of $378 over the past 12 months. Anything below $296 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Madison 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 Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $293 - about $289 less than Monday (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madison to Charleston trip for September. Fares historically average $328 round-trip in that month - typically $169 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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