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Cheapest round-trip
$235
Typical prices: $374-$587
Delta
Fri 1/26Fri 2/2
PDX - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$118
Typical prices: $197-$370
Southwest
Sun 12/16
PDX - CHS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Portland 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 47% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 13% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Cheapest • Avg $410 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Charleston (PDX-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Charleston

Tue, Jan 26 - Tue, Feb 2
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11:40 am - 11:56 pmPDX  Portland-CHS Charleston
9h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:55 pm - 10:26 pmCHS  Charleston-PDX Portland
7h 31m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$235Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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10:15 pm - 12:12 pmPDX  Portland-CHS Charleston
10h 57m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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5:20 am - 10:41 amCHS  Charleston-PDX Portland
8h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$235Delta
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:00 am - 4:30 pmPDX  Portland-CHS Charleston
7h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:40 am - 2:20 pmCHS  Charleston-PDX Portland
10h 40m2 stops Nashville Intl Denver Intl
$241Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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6:55 am - 7:35 pmPDX  Portland-CHS Charleston
9h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Nashville Intl
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6:40 am - 2:20 pmCHS  Charleston-PDX Portland
10h 40m2 stops Nashville Intl Denver Intl
$246Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14
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1:22 pm - 12:20 amPDX  Portland-CHS Charleston
7h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:17 pm - 7:47 pmCHS  Charleston-PDX Portland
10h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$265American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4
United Airlines Logo
10:58 am - 11:59 pmPDX  Portland-CHS Charleston
10h 01m1 stop Newark
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4:15 pm - 9:13 pmCHS  Charleston-PDX Portland
7h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
$271United Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Nov 4
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10:43 am - 9:33 pmPDX  Portland-CHS Charleston
7h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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3:29 pm - 11:09 pmCHS  Charleston-PDX Portland
10h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$296United Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16
American Airlines Logo
9:44 pm - 8:34 amPDX  Portland-CHS Charleston
7h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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3:41 pm - 9:11 pmCHS  Charleston-PDX Portland
8h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$321American Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:04 am - 6:58 pmPDX  Portland-CHS Charleston
7h 54m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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1:55 pm - 8:08 pmCHS  Charleston-PDX Portland
9h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$371Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
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8:30 am - 12:26 amPDX  Portland-CHS Charleston
12h 56m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:55 pm - 8:08 pmCHS  Charleston-PDX Portland
9h 13m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$376Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Charleston flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Charleston start at $235. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $374 to $587. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $235 on Delta.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Charleston, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • November is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Charleston at $402 round-trip.
  • March ($632) and June ($518) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Portland to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from Portland to Charleston are cheapest 5 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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Key details for Portland to Charleston flights

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

$118
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 12% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 36% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Portland to Charleston

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

    Flights from Portland to Charleston usually depart from Portland (PDX) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 20% on the Portland to Charleston route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $427 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $528, a difference of $101. 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 Portland to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 45% above the route average of $464. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Portland to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Charleston takes 0h 00m, covering 2,405 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Portland 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 Portland 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 $235 to $1,232. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $189, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 45m, compared with 7h 46m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 7h 49m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Portland and Charleston?

    Charleston is 3 hours ahead of Portland (Eastern Time vs Pacific 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 Portland to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Charleston range from $374 to $587, with an average of $464 over the past 12 months. Anything below $374 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Portland 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 Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $427 - about $101 less than Thursday (19% 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 47% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Charleston trip for November. Fares historically average $402 round-trip in that month - typically $230 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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