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Cheapest round-trip
$232
Typical prices: $202-$393
JetBlue
Fri 2/2Fri 2/9
JFK - CHS • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$144
Typical prices: $118-$268
American Airlines
Sun 12/16
JFK - CHS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and JetBlue. Average duration is 2h 23m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 47% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 27% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $257 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Charleston (JFK-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Charleston

Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9
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9:30 am - 11:55 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CHS Charleston
2h 25mnonstop
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12:45 pm - 2:40 pmCHS  Charleston-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 55mnonstop
$232JetBlue
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Jan 5
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9:30 am - 11:53 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CHS Charleston
2h 23mnonstop
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12:45 pm - 2:40 pmCHS  Charleston-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 55mnonstop
$232JetBlue
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 24
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6:30 am - 8:44 amJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CHS Charleston
2h 14mnonstop
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7:20 am - 9:15 amCHS  Charleston-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 55mnonstop
$234JetBlue
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
Delta Logo
6:20 pm - 8:42 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CHS Charleston
2h 22mnonstop
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5:25 pm - 7:38 pmCHS  Charleston-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 13mnonstop
$239Delta
Wed, Jan 6 - Wed, Jan 20
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6:20 pm - 8:42 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CHS Charleston
2h 22mnonstop
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5:25 pm - 7:38 pmCHS  Charleston-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 13mnonstop
$239Delta
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 16
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1:55 pm - 4:23 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CHS Charleston
2h 28mnonstop
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6:00 am - 8:03 amCHS  Charleston-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
2h 03mnonstop
$239Delta
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
5:29 pm - 10:37 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CHS Charleston
5h 08m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:10 am - 11:04 amCHS  Charleston-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$259American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
5:29 pm - 10:37 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CHS Charleston
5h 08m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:10 am - 11:04 amCHS  Charleston-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
4h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$259American Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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7:05 am - 4:11 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CHS Charleston
9h 06m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
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6:05 am - 8:04 amCHS  Charleston-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
1h 59mnonstop
$505Breeze Airways
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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1:55 pm - 4:23 pmJFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-CHS Charleston
2h 28mnonstop
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10:13 pm - 10:06 amCHS  Charleston-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
11h 53m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$510Breeze Airways
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Price, demand and travel trends for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston typically range from $202 to $393. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $232, on JetBlue.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston at $211 round-trip.
•April ($334) and December ($302) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 47% 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 John F Kennedy Intl to Charleston

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JetBlue and JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$144
Beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 57% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston

When to book flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Charleston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 8:53 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:20 pm and lands at 10:43 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 23m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

  • How long is a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston takes 2h 23m, covering 637 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston range from $202 to $393, with an average of $288 over the past 12 months. Anything below $202 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 32% above the $288 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $257 round-trip via Charlotte Douglas (CLT), compared to $289 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

    The Airbus A220-300 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by JetBlue and Breeze Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 40%, afternoon flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 $219 to $1,813. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston flights:

    • JetBlue
    • Delta

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston looking right now?

    One-way fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $192.

  • 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

    Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston usually depart from New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston pass through?

    One-stop flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston most commonly connect through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) - 22% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $239 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $349, a difference of $110.

    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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

    2 airlines operate flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Charleston. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • JetBlue

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 36m, compared with 4h 36m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 6h 03m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston flights?

    Among airlines operating New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston flights:

    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston flights?

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

    • JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $239, about $110 less than Thursday fares (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Charleston trip for January. Fares historically average $211 round-trip in that month - typically $123 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $257 round-trip on this route - about $32 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Charleston?

 
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New York John F Kennedy Intl to Charleston

Monday

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Tuesday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

Wednesday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

Thursday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

Friday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

Saturday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

Sunday

Delta,JetBlue

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Direct returns

Charleston to New York John F Kennedy Intl

Monday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

Tuesday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

Wednesday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

Thursday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

Friday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

Saturday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

Sunday

Delta,JetBlue

Delta,JetBlue

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