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Cheapest round-trip
$173
Typical prices: $374-$619
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Sat 10/13Sat 10/20
RDU - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$91
Typical prices: $170-$308
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Fri 9/28
RDU - CHS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Charleston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 27% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Boston Logan Intl (BOS)
Cheapest • Avg $269 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 3h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Charleston (RDU-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Charleston

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
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5:26 pm - 8:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
15h 12m1 stop Orlando
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3:18 pm - 3:05 pmCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
23h 47m1 stop Orlando
$173Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
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5:26 pm - 8:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
15h 12m1 stop Orlando
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6:45 am - 10:34 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 49m1 stop Columbus
$181Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 1
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11:14 am - 3:05 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
3h 51m1 stop Columbus
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6:45 am - 10:34 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 49m1 stop Columbus
$190Breeze Airways
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
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6:30 am - 10:36 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
16h 06m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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6:45 am - 10:34 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 49m1 stop Columbus
$204Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Nov 30
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6:00 am - 12:47 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
6h 47m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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4:59 pm - 9:56 pmCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$374American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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5:15 am - 8:52 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
3h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:43 pm - 12:28 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$385Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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5:02 am - 8:34 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
3h 32m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:10 am - 11:39 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$404American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
Delta Logo
5:15 am - 8:52 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
3h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:43 pm - 12:28 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$405Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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8:20 pm - 12:05 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
3h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:20 am - 9:35 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$405American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 29
Delta Logo
8:44 am - 1:23 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
4h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:20 am - 8:52 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 32m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$583Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Charleston flights

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Charleston, it is 27% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 31% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Raleigh to Charleston flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$91
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 27% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Charleston

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Charleston usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Raleigh to Charleston.

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 62% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 4% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 2% of one-stop connections

    Charlotte Douglas (CLT) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 45% on the Raleigh to Charleston route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $355 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $641, a difference of $286. 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 long is a flight from Raleigh to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Charleston takes 0h 00m, covering 218 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 $173 to $1,275. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $142, which is 39% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 21m, compared with 3h 50m via Columbus (CMH) and 4h 02m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • 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 Raleigh to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Charleston range from $374 to $619, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $374 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Raleigh 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 Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $355 - about $286 less than Sunday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Charleston trip for December. Fares historically average $356 round-trip in that month - typically $290 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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