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Cheapest round-trip
$325
Typical prices: $371-$556
American Airlines
Mon 12/3Fri 12/7
SAN - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$162
Typical prices: $219-$386
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/3
SAN - CHS • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Diego and Charleston. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 20% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $264 (round-trip)
Austin Bergstrom (AUS)
Shortest trip • 6h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Charleston (SAN-CHS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Charleston

Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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10:02 pm - 8:34 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
7h 32m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:18 pm - 11:56 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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9:45 pm - 9:47 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
9h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:00 am - 2:23 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
10h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:32 pm - 10:36 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
31h 04m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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3:00 pm - 12:00 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
24h 00m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$325Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 10
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7:51 pm - 10:36 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
23h 45m2 stops San Francisco Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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3:00 pm - 12:00 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
24h 00m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$329Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 10:06 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
9h 21m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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6:00 am - 1:13 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
10h 13m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$330United Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
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7:41 pm - 11:03 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
12h 22m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 11:27 amCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
8h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$330United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 9:40 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
7h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas Love Field
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4:15 pm - 8:25 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 10m1 stop Nashville Intl
$350Southwest
Fri, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 6
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7:05 am - 5:25 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
7h 20m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:40 pm - 11:00 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 20m1 stop Nashville Intl
$351Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
1:19 pm - 12:04 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
7h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:59 pm - 11:38 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
1:19 pm - 12:04 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
7h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:59 pm - 11:38 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$357Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Charleston flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Charleston typically range from $371 to $556. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $325, on American Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Charleston. It’s 21% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Charleston?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Charleston at $365 round-trip.
•November ($545) and May ($518) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Diego to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from San Diego to Charleston are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San Diego to Charleston flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$162
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 34% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Diego to Charleston

When to book flights from San Diego to Charleston

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Charleston:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Charleston?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Charleston takes 00m, covering 2,145 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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 San Diego to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Charleston range from $371 to $556, with an average of $455 over the past 12 months. Anything below $371 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Diego to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 103% above the $455 route average. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego 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 $325 to $2,469. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Diego to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $174, which is 41% 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 $78 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from San Diego to Charleston usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 36% on flights from San Diego to Charleston. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $363 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $566, a difference of $203.

    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 San Diego to Charleston?

    Flying via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 41m, compared with 6h 58m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 05m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Charleston?

    Charleston is 3 hours ahead of San Diego (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Diego 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 $363, about $203 less than Monday fares (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Charleston trip for January. Fares historically average $365 round-trip in that month - typically $180 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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