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Cheapest round-trip
$344
Typical prices: $412-$570
Delta
Wed 11/14Sat 11/17
SMF - CHS • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$162
Typical prices: $238-$439
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/16
SMF - CHS • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Sacramento and Charleston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 16% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Cheapest • Avg $400 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 7h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Charleston (SMF-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Sacramento to Charleston

Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:37 pm - 10:10 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
13h 33m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:50 am - 7:01 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 11m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$323Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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5:24 pm - 10:13 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
13h 49m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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1:12 pm - 11:51 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
13h 39m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$344Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
10:16 pm - 8:34 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
7h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
3:33 pm - 8:16 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$377American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
United Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 2:57 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
6h 32m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 10:55 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$377United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
United Airlines Logo
9:55 am - 10:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
9h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:30 am - 12:20 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 50m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$377United Airlines
Thu, Feb 25 - Tue, Mar 2
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 5:18 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
8h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:14 pm - 10:02 amCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
18h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$377Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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11:31 am - 4:55 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
26h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:58 pm - 10:35 amCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
19h 37m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$381Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 11:20 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
8h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:40 am - 1:10 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 30m2 stops Nashville Intl San Diego
$399Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 12:33 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
9h 34m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:33 pm - 8:16 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$415American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Fri, Jan 1
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 8:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
10h 00m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
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8:00 am - 12:40 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway
$418Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Sacramento to Charleston flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Charleston start at $344. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $412 to $570. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $344 on Delta.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Charleston, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 24% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Charleston at $400 round-trip.
  • December ($566) and March ($552) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Sacramento to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to Charleston are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Sacramento to Charleston flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$162
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 8% lower on average.
Flight from Sacramento to Charleston

When to book flights from Sacramento to Charleston

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

    Flights from Sacramento to Charleston usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

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

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% 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 Sacramento to Charleston?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 24% on the Sacramento to Charleston route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $457 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $596, a difference of $139. 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 Sacramento to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 64% above the route average of $478. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Charleston takes 0h 00m, covering 2,341 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 $323 to $3,175. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Sacramento to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $207, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 14m, compared with 7h 30m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 37m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Sacramento and Charleston?

    Charleston is 3 hours ahead of Sacramento (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 Sacramento to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Charleston range from $412 to $570, with an average of $478 over the past 12 months. Anything below $412 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Sacramento 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 Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $457 - about $139 less than Monday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 48% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Charleston trip for January. Fares historically average $400 round-trip in that month - typically $166 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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