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Cheapest round-trip
$244
Typical prices: $350-$486
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/18Sat 1/20
MEM - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$164
Typical prices: $193-$319
Delta
Sat 12/29
MEM - CHS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Memphis and Charleston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 10% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Tampa (TPA)
Cheapest • Avg $305 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 3h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Memphis to Charleston (MEM-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Memphis to Charleston

Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 20
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8:29 pm - 8:38 amMEM  Memphis-CHS Charleston
11h 09m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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8:35 pm - 6:32 pmCHS  Charleston-MEM Memphis
22h 57m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$244Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 5
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8:36 pm - 8:38 amMEM  Memphis-CHS Charleston
11h 02m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl
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8:09 pm - 9:05 amCHS  Charleston-MEM Memphis
13h 56m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$255Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 10 - Sun, Jan 17
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8:50 am - 5:06 pmMEM  Memphis-CHS Charleston
31h 16m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Tampa
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10:15 pm - 10:30 amCHS  Charleston-MEM Memphis
13h 15m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$257Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11
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1:49 pm - 6:33 pmMEM  Memphis-CHS Charleston
3h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:46 pm - 11:14 pmCHS  Charleston-MEM Memphis
6h 28m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$309American Airlines
Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29
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7:05 am - 1:39 pmMEM  Memphis-CHS Charleston
5h 34m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:34 pm - 10:27 pmCHS  Charleston-MEM Memphis
4h 53m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$333American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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12:10 pm - 4:57 pmMEM  Memphis-CHS Charleston
3h 47m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:27 pm - 11:12 pmCHS  Charleston-MEM Memphis
6h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$333American Airlines
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11
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6:30 am - 4:45 pmMEM  Memphis-CHS Charleston
9h 15m2 stops Houston Hobby Nashville Intl
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6:40 pm - 10:10 pmCHS  Charleston-MEM Memphis
4h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
$344Southwest
Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11
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10:20 am - 7:15 pmMEM  Memphis-CHS Charleston
7h 55m2 stops Dallas Love Field Nashville Intl
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1:35 pm - 9:20 pmCHS  Charleston-MEM Memphis
8h 45m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
$349Southwest
Sun, Nov 22 - Tue, Dec 1
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8:10 am - 3:06 pmMEM  Memphis-CHS Charleston
5h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:08 am - 10:54 amCHS  Charleston-MEM Memphis
3h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$438Delta
Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Dec 1
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11:59 am - 7:18 pmMEM  Memphis-CHS Charleston
6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:08 am - 10:54 amCHS  Charleston-MEM Memphis
3h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$438Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Memphis to Charleston flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Memphis to Charleston. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Memphis to Charleston at $354 round-trip.
•October ($644) and November ($486) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 81% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Memphis to Charleston flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$164
Beat the crowds with an average 45% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Memphis to Charleston

When to book flights from Memphis to Charleston

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Memphis to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Memphis to Charleston takes 00m, covering 588 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Memphis to Charleston range from $350 to $486, with an average of $393 over the past 12 months. Anything below $350 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Memphis 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 $244 to $2,236. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Memphis to Charleston are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $238.

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

    Charleston Airport (CHS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from Memphis to Charleston usually depart from Memphis (MEM) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Tampa (TPA) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Memphis to Charleston. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $361 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $447, a difference of $86.

    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 Memphis to Charleston?

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 30m, compared with 4h via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 11m via Tampa (TPA).

  • What is the time difference between Memphis and Charleston?

    Charleston is 1 hour ahead of Memphis (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Memphis 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $361, about $86 less than Friday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Memphis to Charleston trip for April. Fares historically average $354 round-trip in that month - typically $290 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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