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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Charleston (SFO-CHS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Charleston that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Charleston

Tue, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 24
Breeze Airways Logo
12:33 pm - 10:23 pmSFO-CHS
6h 50m1 stop
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7:05 am - 11:48 amCHS-SFO
7h 43m1 stop
$157Breeze Airways
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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
Breeze Airways Logo
12:39 pm - 10:59 pmSFO-CHS
7h 20m1 stop
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6:25 am - 11:54 amCHS-SFO
8h 29m1 stop
$180Breeze Airways
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Mon, Oct 27 - Fri, Oct 31
American Airlines Logo
12:47 am - 1:30 pmSFO-CHS
9h 43m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:18 am - 11:52 amCHS-SFO
7h 34m1 stop
$234American Airlines
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Sat, Aug 16 - Sat, Aug 23
American Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 11:59 pmSFO-CHS
8h 44m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:40 pm - 8:51 pmCHS-SFO
9h 11m2 stops
$256American Airlines
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Mon, Aug 11 - Sat, Aug 16
Delta Logo
10:50 pm - 12:10 pmSFO-CHS
10h 20m1 stop
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1:00 pm - 6:52 pmCHS-SFO
8h 52m1 stop
$277Delta
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Thu, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 13
Southwest Logo
9:05 pm - 10:15 amSFO-CHS
10h 10m1 stop
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2:10 pm - 9:35 pmCHS-SFO
10h 25m2 stops
$310Southwest
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Sat, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 20
Southwest Logo
5:15 am - 6:05 pmSFO-CHS
9h 50m2 stops
Southwest Logo
10:45 am - 6:20 pmCHS-SFO
10h 35m1 stop
$312Southwest
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Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 27
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 9:19 pmSFO-CHS
12h 19m2 stops
Delta Logo
2:25 pm - 9:02 pmCHS-SFO
9h 37m1 stop
$325Delta
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Sat, Aug 16 - Tue, Aug 19
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:45 pmSFO-CHS
13h 15m2 stops
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4:12 pm - 9:03 pmCHS-SFO
7h 51m1 stop
$356United Airlines
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Sat, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 18
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:45 pmSFO-CHS
13h 15m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:16 pmCHS-SFO
8h 16m1 stop
$369United Airlines
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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Charleston

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
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SFO

SFO offers curbside check-in for United, Delta, and Southwest, making it easier for families or those with heavy luggage.

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CHS

For a quick trip to Downtown Charleston, rideshares like Uber or Lyft are cheaper and convenient from CHS.

Read more about CHSby Brandon Schultz
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to Charleston flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Charleston to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from San Francisco to Charleston? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Charleston?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Francisco to Charleston clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from San Francisco to Charleston, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Thursday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Charleston, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Charleston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Charleston is September, where tickets cost $329 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $550 and $548 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Charleston?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Charleston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Charleston, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonApril
Cheapest flight$93
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 18% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San Francisco to Charleston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Charleston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from San Francisco to Charleston

  • How do I get from Charleston Airport (CHS) to the city center?

    Uber and taxi services are available to take you from CHS to the city center. The cost for this service is estimated to be approximately $25-$35 and the duration of the trip is around 20-25 minutes. There are shuttles available from CHS to the downtown area. The cost for this service is around $30 and the duration of the trip is around 30-40 minutes. Public buses from CHS to the city center cost around $2.40 and the duration of the trip is around 45-60 minutes.

  • What class seat options are available on Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Charleston?

    Alaska Airlines offers several class seat options on flights from San Francisco to Charleston. Premium Class tickets come with free beer, wine, and drinks, 4 inches extra legroom than regular Main Cabin seats, and early boarding. First Class seating offers spacious seating, priority boarding, and a premium menu while Main Cabin seating is Alaska Airlines' standard seating option.

  • What is the luggage allowance on Spirit Airlines flights from San Francisco to Charleston?

    Spirit Airlines passengers are not entitled to any free checked baggage allowance on flights from San Francisco to Charleston. Passengers are required to pay a fee for checked baggage, and the baggage must adhere to specific size and weight limits. The maximum size limit for a carry-on bag is 22 x 18 x10 inches, the maximum weight limit for checked bags is 40 lbs, and the maximum size limit is 62 linear inches.

  • What services does United Airlines offer to economy passengers on flights from San Francisco to Charleston?

    United Economy passengers have access to a wide range of customizable flight experiences on flights from San Francisco to Charleston. They have the option to purchase Economy Plus seating for extra legroom and the airline offers bundles that include a combination of Economy Plus seating, a standard checked bag, Premier Access, and a United Club pass.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Charleston?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to Charleston was $93 for a one-way ticket and $157 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Francisco and Charleston?

    A passport is not required to fly from San Francisco to Charleston.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Francisco to Charleston?

    The Airbus A220-300 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Charleston flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to Charleston?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San Francisco and Charleston, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Charleston from San Francisco?

    Charlotte is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from San Francisco to Charleston.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Francisco to Charleston, Breeze Airways or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Francisco to Charleston are Breeze Airways and Delta. With an average price for the route of $315 and an overall rating of 8.1, Breeze Airways is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $448 and an overall rating of 8.0.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to Charleston?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Francisco to Charleston.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to Charleston?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Charleston from San Francisco is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Francisco to Charleston?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Charleston with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. Booking your flights between San Francisco and CHS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Francisco to Charleston?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Charleston from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to Charleston

  • Connecting flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Charleston (CHS) usually have layovers in different cities but this will depend on the airline. Some common layovers for the route include Atlanta (ATL), Orlando (MCO), Fort Lauderdale (FLL), Dallas (DFW), and Charlotte (CLT).
  • Sun Country Airlines allows pets on board their flights from San Francisco to Charleston. Pets are accepted as carry-on or checked baggage, but fees and restrictions apply.
  • Delta offers early boarding for families with small children so that they can get settled before takeoff. The airline also offers a range of in-flight entertainment options, including movies, TV shows, and games suitable for kids and an on-board menu that includes kid-friendly, parent-approved dishes on flights from San Francisco to Charleston.
  • For families with children, Frontier Airlines offers the "Kids Fly Free" program, which lets one child under the age of 15 to fly free for every adult discounted ticket cost booked on flights from San Francisco to Charleston.
  • Southwest Airlines offers various services to passengers with reduced mobility on flights from San Francisco to Charleston. These services include wheelchair assistance which is available at both San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Charleston Airport (CHS). Passengers may also request special accommodations, such as boarding assistance or seating accommodations.

Top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to Charleston

 
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Breeze AirwaysOverall score based on 178 reviews
8.2Comfort
6.7Food
8.3Boarding
6.6Entertainment
8.8Crew
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The flight was comfortable with the usual slight turbulence. Macadamia Nuts would be great snacks to purchase in flight.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2025MCO - SBN
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The flight was comfortable with the usual slight turbulence. Macadamia Nuts would be great snacks to purchase in flight.

This is one of the worst trips that I have ever had. Ending up with an overnight delay. I’m not happy with the fact that they did not provide and set up the arrangement needed for lodging that we had to do it on our own. I also feel there should’ve been Compensation for food.

Had to approach landing twice which caused concern but probably due to weather

This was my first time flying your airline and it was okay. The people were nice but I am not used to all the add ons and no movies or even water. But I knew it was going to be that way. I think I prefer paying for the extras to be more comfortable.

Plane did no snacks and had no wifi or entertainment although the flight was 4 hours long.

My original booking was a nonstop flight. It got changed to a flight with a 6vhour layover that became a 7+ hour lay over. I'll never fly this airline again after this roundtrip is over.

I was surprised at how wonderful it was. The aircraft was clean. The crew was warm and welcoming and as a result the passengers were friendly. One warning the only free thing was water. I kind of liked picking wet hat I was willing to pay for and what I was willing to skip.

The flight wasn’t big on frills, which is fine with me. I flew into Islip MacArthur Airport, which saved me from having to go through LaGuardia to visit friends on Long Island. It was inexpensive and super convenient!

Great experience! This was my first time flying with them and I could not have been happier.

Airplane was newer and very clean, lots of space. Crew was great. There was no food and entertainment but that was expected so not an issue.

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

I liked the crew member who gave flight instructions on "in case of a problem:. The seats are so small that only a young teenager could sit in middle seat.

Great flight staff. Ease of boarding. Overall, very uneventful and easy trip.

Employees were kind and funny, as always! Flight was late but no announcements were made for people with tight connections to help them transition quickly. No service due to turbulence.

I recently flew Southwest from San Jose to Honolulu. I was very impressed with the flight crew, especially the flight attendant in charge of the front of the plane. She came through the aisle at least five times for drinks and water, and two times for snacks. I have not seen such service since I flew first class. Also, for the first time, they gave us the correct baggage claim number, and the luggage came out quickly. I can't wait for Southwest to have assigned seating! I absolutely hate the Cattle Call boarding procedure and the mad dash to get seats and overhead bins. However, the boarding was efficient.

We had a nice flight. Boarding was easy, our seats were comfortable and the on board service was pleasant.

Service was great, boarding and exiting went smoothly, and the flight was very pleasant.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a not a great airport.

Was as expected. Crowed planes. Too many carryons delaying takeoff. But the ride only took an hour and saved me a lot of time SFO is a hell hole of an airport. It is the new LaGuardia. Everything Cobbled together. Security gates closed. Terri directional signage

Excellent flight, the planes were newer, they did a nice job with boarding, great service overall.

It would be nice if was given wires ear buds. Overall was a good experience was able to sleep on the plane

737-800 in first class was pretty dumpy. Seat had an uncomfortable angle, storage under the seat was blocked so even my very modest backpack didn't fit, power outlet was flaky. Weird tiny seat pockets that couldn't hold a gallon ziploc bag, emesis bag missing, etc. etc. No in-flight service due to turbulence. Crew was excellent, boarding was smooth despite a full flight.

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

Thank you for not flipping the plane on the run way. You guys get a 5 star rating for the flight!!!

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

It was terrible, if they ran flights on time it would make a big difference.

Delta seems to be improving in many areas, except they are super bad with the food available. Bring back normal food service on long flights.

I actually received a notification from kayak on email but not one by text from Delta when my departure gait changed and I almost missed my flight

New boarding doesn't make sense. Filling front first is slow.

Very comfortable (upgraded to business class). The audio on my screen didn’t work, but I managed to play the audio through my phone while watching the screen.

Flight was late as pilot crew had to land at different airport in their previous flight. Passengers boarded and had to wait for pilots inside plane. Series of incomplete and unnecessary announcements by an annoying voice, rather than complete, informative announcements.

Breakfast was not loaded at SFO due to catering company change. Seems like a major airline at a major hub would have thought of something else or warned passengers to pick up food before boarding a 3 hour flight.

Boarding seemed to be organized bedlam. For what ever reason, preboarding took longer than 20 minutes. Made the plane 20 minutes late taking off. Luckily we arrived on time. Flight crew seemed very friendly. Only slight turbulence.

They hired a new catering company the same day of my flight. They botched the job by not delivering the right carts and after THREE HOURS waiting, the flight crew timed out (flight was 19 hours long and FAA rules state crew can’t work more than 14 hours long). So they CANCELED OUR FLIGHT!! Worst experience ever. Avoid UAL at all costs.

The personnel were professional and friendly. The Boeing 737 Max 9 is too claustrophobic and was very warm at both airport gates, and still warm in the air.

While the staff was pleasant and helpful, the following observations are for your awareness. There was some delay on the tarmac on take off and landing. The paid lunch/food offerings were limited. Entertainment was only available on WiFi at a cost.

get E+, a must for 5 hours flight if you are tall

Liked fold flat bed. Didn’t like having no window. Didn’t like poor choice of food and being served dinner very late, hours after take off of a 7:40pm flight. Servers not friendly. Food horrible in business class.

Everything is good except the dinner and breakfast. The sandwich is very delicious. Toilet is clean, I only use one of them. Flight attendants are very nice. 👍👍

Eventless. It was a good flight and good crew. Can’t complaint.

Very helpful ground crew after an earlier flight delay and being rebooked on a different flight.

British Airways staff are very polite and willing to help.

The plane was late and then sat on the runway for almost 45 minutes before taking off.

We kept being told that the flight was full and that all overhead compartments were full and therefore had to check in our hand luggage. We were some of the last people to board and noticed that there was still sufficient space in the overhead compartments. We were obliged to check in hand luggage when there was space and so had to wait at luggage retrieval which took a while to then noticed damage to our luggage - not a great experience!

This was an overnight flight. There was no meal service in first class, just a simple snack basket was offered along with beverages. There should have been some type of continental breakfast prior to arrival in PHL. As an Executive Platinum American Airlines Advantage member, I received no name recognition from the first class flight attendant. When disembarking at PHL, the flight attendants were more interested in their cell phones than saying "thank you" to the passengers as they disembarked.

The flight was quick and to the point. The crew just did their job w/o excessive talking and everything was just perfect.

Awkward carry on process. Forced to check all carry on. No overhead space of worthiness. Left delayed, but made up the time. Crew was amicable.

Amazingly comfy flight - I had upgraded for a reasonable price and it was worth it. The food also was good.

Had to wait on pilot and crew to depart and had to wait to arrive at the gate because they only had 2 crews working. Delays, delays....Planes just keep getting smaller and tighter and they nickle and dime for everything. When will an airline actually wake up and make flying more enjoyable?

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