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Cheapest round-trip
$303
Typical prices: $307-$486
Breeze Airways
Sat 11/10Wed 11/14
MSN - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$203
Typical prices: $229-$326
Breeze Airways
Sat 11/10
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
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 33% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 11% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Cheapest • Avg $367 (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
$303Breeze Airways
Tue, Feb 23 - Sat, Feb 27
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 6:33 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
4h 48m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
5:31 am - 11:12 amCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 41m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$305American Airlines
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 13
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 11:26 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:30 am - 4:34 pmCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$305Delta
Wed, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 13
Delta Logo
5:45 am - 11:26 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
4h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
10:30 am - 4:34 pmCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
7h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$305Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:54 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
6h 54m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
2:14 pm - 7:28 pmCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
6h 14m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$305American Airlines
Tue, Feb 23 - Sat, Feb 27
American Airlines Logo
12:45 pm - 6:33 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
4h 48m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:18 am - 11:07 amCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
5h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$305American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 2:00 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
7h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 1:51 pmCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
8h 06m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$310United Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:08 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
5h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:06 pmCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
10h 06m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl
$310United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 8:04 amMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
18h 54m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 4:18 pmCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
10h 18m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$353Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
Breeze Airways Logo
10:38 am - 4:11 pmMSN  Madison Truax Field-CHS Charleston
28h 33m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
Breeze Airways Logo
7:00 am - 4:18 pmCHS  Charleston-MSN Madison Truax Field
10h 18m1 stop Fort Myers SW Florida Intl
$370Breeze 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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Madison to Charleston typically range from $307 to $486. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $303, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Madison to Charleston. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 102% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Madison to Charleston at $338 round-trip.
•November ($556) and March ($484) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 64% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Madison to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from Madison to Charleston are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 33% 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

August

Cheapest flight

$203
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 47% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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

  • How long is a flight from Madison to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Madison to Charleston takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Madison to Charleston range from $307 to $486, with an average of $378 over the past 12 months. Anything below $307 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 15% above the $378 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $303 to $2,334. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $307.

  • 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 Madison to Charleston?

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

  • 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) - 57% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 58% on flights from Madison to Charleston. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $329 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $767, a difference of $438.

    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 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 47m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 04m 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $329, about $438 less than Monday fares (57% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 33% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Madison to Charleston trip for February. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $218 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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