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 Yeager (CRW).

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

Most connecting flights from Richmond to Charleston pass through Charlotte Douglas (CLT), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 3% on the Richmond to Charleston route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $483 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $494, a difference of $11. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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.

Have flight prices from Richmond to Charleston changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $659 to $1,243. That means the highest observed fare was about 88% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Richmond to Charleston looking right now?

One-way fares from Richmond to Charleston are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $426.

What car rental options are available at Charleston Yeager Airport (CRW)?

Charleston Yeager Airport (CRW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $37 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Alamo • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis • National

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

American Airlines ($659) and United Airlines ($692) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Richmond to Charleston according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Richmond to Charleston?

Flights via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $488. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Richmond to Charleston which airport offers the shortest layover?

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for Richmond to Charleston layovers at 167 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

6:19 pm - 11:59 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-CRW Charleston Yeager

5h 40m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:01 am - 8:19 amCRW Charleston Yeager-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

3h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$659American Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

5:48 pm - 1:15 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-CRW Charleston Yeager

19h 27m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:02 am - 9:49 pmCRW Charleston Yeager-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

15h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$692United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

5:48 pm - 1:15 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-CRW Charleston Yeager

19h 27m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:02 am - 6:13 pmCRW Charleston Yeager-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

12h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

$697United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

10:27 am - 9:14 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-CRW Charleston Yeager

10h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:02 am - 5:07 pmCRW Charleston Yeager-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

11h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$751United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

10:27 am - 9:14 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-CRW Charleston Yeager

10h 47m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:02 am - 5:07 pmCRW Charleston Yeager-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

11h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$761United Airlines

Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18

10:55 am - 6:47 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-CRW Charleston Yeager

7h 52m2 stops New York LaGuardia Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

7:59 pm - 12:13 amCRW Charleston Yeager-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

4h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$816American Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Sun, Nov 29

7:58 pm - 12:03 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-CRW Charleston Yeager

4h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:00 am - 8:36 amCRW Charleston Yeager-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

3h 36m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$834American Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

8:40 am - 9:14 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-CRW Charleston Yeager

12h 34m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:50 pm - 12:34 amCRW Charleston Yeager-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

10h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$844United Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

6:00 am - 9:14 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-CRW Charleston Yeager

15h 14m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:02 am - 6:13 pmCRW Charleston Yeager-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

12h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

$847United Airlines

Mon, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 1

7:56 am - 12:01 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-CRW Charleston Yeager

4h 05m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

12:45 pm - 6:42 pmCRW Charleston Yeager-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$896American Airlines

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Charleston start at $659. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $483 to $494. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $659 on American Airlines.

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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 Yeager (CRW).
Which airports do connecting flights from Richmond to Charleston pass through?
Most connecting flights from Richmond to Charleston pass through Charlotte Douglas (CLT), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Richmond to Charleston?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 3% on the Richmond to Charleston route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $483 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $494, a difference of $11. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
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.
Have flight prices from Richmond to Charleston changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $659 to $1,243. That means the highest observed fare was about 88% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Richmond to Charleston looking right now?
One-way fares from Richmond to Charleston are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $426.
What car rental options are available at Charleston Yeager Airport (CRW)?
Charleston Yeager Airport (CRW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $37 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Budget
• Alamo
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
• National

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $483 - about $11 less than Thursday (2% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Charleston Yeager Airport.
- Sonesta Es Suites Charleston

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