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Cheapest round-trip
$117
Typical prices: $255-$410
Breeze Airways
Sun 12/9Sun 12/16
RIC - CHS • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$54
Typical prices: $118-$263
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/26
RIC - CHS • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
2 days a week
You can fly direct with Breeze Airways. Average duration is 1h 29m
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 34% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Baltimore/Washington (BWI)
Cheapest • Avg $343 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 3h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Charleston (RIC-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Charleston

Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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9:26 pm - 10:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
1h 29mnonstop
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6:20 am - 7:40 amCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$117Breeze Airways
Wed, Oct 21 - Wed, Oct 28
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9:26 pm - 10:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
1h 29mnonstop
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6:20 am - 7:40 amCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$118Breeze Airways
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:28 pm - 12:31 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
18h 03m1 stop Tampa St. Petersburg
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6:20 am - 7:40 amCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$202Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
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6:00 am - 11:31 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
5h 31m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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6:20 am - 7:40 amCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$212Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
American Airlines Logo
6:19 pm - 10:00 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
3h 41m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:08 pm - 11:02 pmCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$238American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:29 pm - 9:04 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
3h 35m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
12:03 pm - 4:39 pmCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
4h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$239American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
Delta Logo
3:25 pm - 7:22 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
3h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:55 pm - 6:34 pmCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
5h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$239Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
5:36 pm - 11:59 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
6h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:50 am - 11:49 amCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
3h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$239Delta
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
Southwest Logo
4:40 pm - 8:00 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
3h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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11:00 am - 9:15 pmCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
10h 15m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
$245Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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7:05 am - 5:25 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-CHS Charleston
10h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Nashville Intl
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11:00 am - 9:15 pmCHS  Charleston-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
10h 15m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
$250Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Charleston flights

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Charleston start at $117. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $255 to $410. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $117 on Breeze Airways.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Richmond to Charleston, it is 57% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 39% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • July is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Charleston at $214 round-trip.
  • March ($457) and September ($401) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 113% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Richmond to Charleston flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$54
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Richmond to Charleston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Richmond 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 Richmond to Charleston flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Richmond to Charleston?

    Only Breeze Airways operates flights between Richmond and Charleston.

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

    Flights from Richmond to Charleston usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Richmond to Charleston flights?

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

    • Breeze Airways: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

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

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Richmond to Charleston?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $131 round-trip, compared to $343 via a layover through Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Richmond to Charleston?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $78–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

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

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 66% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 9% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 7% 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 Richmond to Charleston?

    On the Richmond to Charleston route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 70%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $141 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $456: a $315 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Richmond to Charleston?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Richmond to Charleston:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:26 pm and lands at 10:55 pm
    • Latest: departs at 9:26 pm and lands at 10:55 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 29m.

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Charleston takes 1h 29m, covering 353 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 are flight prices from Richmond to Charleston looking right now?

    One-way fares from Richmond to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $155, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 43m, compared with 3h 46m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 3h 51m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • 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 Richmond to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Charleston range from $255 to $410, with an average of $326 over the past 12 months. Anything below $255 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Richmond 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 Saturday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $141 - about $315 less than Thursday (69% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Charleston trip for July. Fares historically average $214 round-trip in that month - typically $243 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Richmond to Charleston?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Charleston Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Richmond Byrd Intl to Charleston

Wednesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Saturday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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Direct returns

Charleston to Richmond Byrd Intl

Wednesday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

Saturday

Breeze Airways

Breeze Airways

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