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Cheapest round-trip
$377
Typical prices: $411-$566
United Airlines
Fri 2/9Tue 2/13
SMF - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$194
Typical prices: $238-$454
Alaska Airlines
Sat 3/3
SMF - CHS • 1 stop
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 49% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 17% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Cheapest • Avg $434 (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

Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 13
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5:00 am - 3:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:04 pm - 9:15 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$377United Airlines
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 13
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5:00 am - 3:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:04 pm - 9:15 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 11m1 stop Denver Intl
$377United Airlines
Tue, Mar 2 - Tue, Apr 27
American Airlines Logo
11:11 am - 10:59 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
8h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 1:30 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
9h 30m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$394American Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 7:22 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
9h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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2:28 pm - 9:46 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 6:05 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
8h 35m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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6:40 am - 1:40 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 00m2 stops Nashville Intl Denver Intl
$404Southwest
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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6:30 am - 7:00 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
9h 30m2 stops Dallas Love Field Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 1:40 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
10h 00m2 stops Nashville Intl Denver Intl
$409Southwest
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 5:18 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
28h 18m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:14 pm - 10:02 amCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
18h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$412Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Mon, Jan 18
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5:00 pm - 5:19 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
21h 19m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:22 pm - 10:58 amCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
19h 36m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$412Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Tue, Dec 15
Delta Logo
10:52 pm - 10:15 amSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
8h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
4:17 pm - 9:46 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 29m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$414Delta
Wed, Jan 27 - Sun, Jan 31
American Airlines Logo
11:06 am - 10:26 pmSMF  Sacramento Intl-CHS Charleston
8h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:48 pm - 9:58 pmCHS  Charleston-SMF Sacramento Intl
8h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$463American Airlines
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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 with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Charleston typically range from $411 to $566. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $377, on United Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Charleston. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Charleston?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Charleston at $400 round-trip.
•March ($552) and June ($540) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Sacramento to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from Sacramento to Charleston are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% 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

$194
Beat the crowds with an average 29% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 31% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Sacramento to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Charleston takes 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Charleston range from $411 to $566, with an average of $481 over the past 12 months. Anything below $411 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Sacramento to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 67% above the $481 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $377 to $2,502. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $298.

  • What car rental options are available at Charleston Airport (CHS)?

    Charleston Airport (CHS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Economy Rent a Car
    • Avis
    • Thrifty

  • 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).

  • 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) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 10% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Sacramento to Charleston. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $467 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $556, a difference of $89.

    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 Sacramento to Charleston?

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 14m, compared with 7h 32m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 44m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $467, about $89 less than Friday fares (16% 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 49% 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 $152 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).

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