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Cheapest round-trip
$215
Typical prices: $366-$537
American Airlines
Sat 10/13Wed 10/17
SAN - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$108
Typical prices: $208-$410
Southwest
Sun 11/11
SAN - CHS • 1 stop
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
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 62% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 22% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg $260 (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

Tue, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
9:25 pm - 8:34 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
8h 09m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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4:52 pm - 9:37 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 45m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$215American Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 24
Southwest Logo
6:45 am - 7:50 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
10h 05m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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6:35 pm - 10:50 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$215Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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10:55 am - 9:40 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
7h 45m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas Love Field
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6:40 am - 11:25 amCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 45m1 stop Nashville Intl
$221Southwest
Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 10:27 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
8h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:58 pm - 10:41 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
8h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$269United Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 24
United Airlines Logo
12:10 pm - 9:54 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
6h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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11:55 am - 7:49 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
10h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles
$274United Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 4:29 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
7h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:58 pm - 4:33 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
6h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$297Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
Delta Logo
6:15 am - 5:56 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
8h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:01 pm - 11:39 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$297Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Wed, Nov 25
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:39 pmSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
9h 39m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
American Airlines Logo
4:59 pm - 9:43 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
7h 44m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$303American Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Mon, Nov 23
JetBlue Logo
8:26 pm - 10:00 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
10h 34m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
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11:15 am - 7:39 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
11h 24m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$312JetBlue
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
JetBlue Logo
9:40 pm - 10:25 amSAN  San Diego-CHS Charleston
9h 45m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
JetBlue Logo
11:15 am - 7:39 pmCHS  Charleston-SAN San Diego
11h 24m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$312JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Charleston flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Charleston start at $215. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $366 to $537. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $215 on American Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Charleston, it is 18% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Charleston?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Charleston at $343 round-trip.
•May ($518) and March ($498) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 51% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Diego to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from San Diego to Charleston are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 62% 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

$108
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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

  • 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) - 39% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas Love Field (DAL) - 5% 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 San Diego to Charleston?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 29% on the San Diego to Charleston route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $366 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $511, a difference of $145. 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 San Diego to Charleston flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 114% above the route average of $442. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Charleston takes 0h 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 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 $154, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 02m 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.

  • 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 San Diego to Charleston flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Charleston range from $366 to $537, with an average of $442 over the past 12 months. Anything below $366 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $366 - about $145 less than Monday (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 62% 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 October. Fares historically average $343 round-trip in that month - typically $175 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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