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Cheapest round-trip
$152
Typical prices: $356-$550
Breeze Airways
Mon 12/10Thu 12/13
RDU - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$93
Typical prices: $177-$329
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/1
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 • 24% price drop
October
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Top layover airports
Columbus (CMH)
Cheapest • Avg $255 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 3h 18m (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

Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
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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
$152Breeze Airways
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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10:07 pm - 8:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
10h 31m1 stop Hartford Bradley Intl
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6:45 am - 10:34 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 49m1 stop Columbus
$180Breeze Airways
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Dec 11
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6:45 pm - 8:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
13h 53m1 stop Orlando
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9:47 pm - 3:41 pmCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
17h 54m1 stop Hartford Bradley Intl
$181Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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5:01 pm - 8:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
15h 37m2 stops Denver Intl Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 10:34 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 49m1 stop Columbus
$205Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
Breeze Airways Logo
10:07 pm - 8:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
10h 31m1 stop Hartford Bradley Intl
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6:45 am - 10:34 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 49m1 stop Columbus
$205Breeze Airways
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28
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11:29 am - 3:20 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
3h 51m1 stop Columbus
Breeze Airways Logo
7:00 am - 10:49 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
3h 49m1 stop Columbus
$211Breeze Airways
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 8:38 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
11h 08m1 stop Orlando
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:54 pm - 1:58 pmCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
18h 04m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$213Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 26
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:54 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
7h 54m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:02 pmCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$323American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
8:35 am - 12:59 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
4h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
5:10 am - 10:06 amCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$482Delta
Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 11:23 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-CHS Charleston
5h 13m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
3:34 pm - 6:31 pmCHS  Charleston-RDU Raleigh-Durham
2h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$567American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Charleston flights

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Charleston typically range from $356 to $550. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $152, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Charleston. It’s 25% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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Key details for Raleigh to Charleston flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$93
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 69% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to Charleston

When to book flights from Raleigh to Charleston

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Your Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Charleston?

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

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Charleston takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Charleston range from $356 to $550, with an average of $469 over the past 12 months. Anything below $356 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $152 to $1,126. 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 $128, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 Raleigh to Charleston?

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

  • 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) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Columbus (CMH) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 2% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Raleigh to Charleston. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $355 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $526, a difference of $171.

    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 Raleigh to Charleston?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 18m, compared with 3h 50m via Columbus (CMH) and 4h 02m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $355, about $171 less than Monday fares (33% 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 $285 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).

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