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Cheapest round-trip
$191
Typical prices: $328-$571
Breeze Airways
Mon 12/10Sat 12/15
SFO - CHS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$89
Typical prices: $196-$374
Breeze Airways
Tue 10/30
SFO - CHS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Francisco 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 40% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 20% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Louisville Intl (SDF)
Cheapest • Avg $342 (round-trip)
Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG)
Shortest trip • 7h 22m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Charleston (SFO-CHS)

 

Cheap flights from San Francisco to Charleston with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:46 pm - 10:36 pmSFO  San Francisco-CHS Charleston
6h 50m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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7:00 am - 12:01 pmCHS  Charleston-SFO San Francisco
8h 01m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$191Breeze Airways
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 15
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11:54 am - 9:34 pmSFO  San Francisco-CHS Charleston
6h 40m1 stop Louisville Intl
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7:00 am - 12:01 pmCHS  Charleston-SFO San Francisco
8h 01m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$192Breeze Airways
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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12:46 pm - 10:36 pmSFO  San Francisco-CHS Charleston
6h 50m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
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7:05 am - 9:34 amCHS  Charleston-SFO San Francisco
29h 29m2 stops Akron/Canton Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$273Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
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9:31 pm - 9:48 amSFO  San Francisco-CHS Charleston
33h 17m2 stops Los Angeles New Orleans Louis Armstrong
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7:00 am - 12:01 pmCHS  Charleston-SFO San Francisco
8h 01m1 stop Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$277Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11
Delta Logo
11:59 pm - 10:13 amSFO  San Francisco-CHS Charleston
7h 14m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:23 pm - 8:32 pmCHS  Charleston-SFO San Francisco
8h 09m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$377Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 14
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9:25 pm - 9:25 amSFO  San Francisco-CHS Charleston
9h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:00 am - 10:41 amCHS  Charleston-SFO San Francisco
7h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$377Delta
Wed, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 20
Southwest Logo
11:50 pm - 1:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-CHS Charleston
10h 10m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
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7:50 am - 3:00 pmCHS  Charleston-SFO San Francisco
10h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$382Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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11:30 pm - 3:50 pmSFO  San Francisco-CHS Charleston
13h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
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11:00 am - 3:50 pmCHS  Charleston-SFO San Francisco
7h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
$382Southwest
Wed, Dec 30 - Mon, Jan 4
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5:30 am - 6:32 pmSFO  San Francisco-CHS Charleston
10h 02m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:37 am - 3:08 pmCHS  Charleston-SFO San Francisco
11h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$393American Airlines
Wed, Dec 30 - Mon, Jan 4
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6:11 am - 6:03 pmSFO  San Francisco-CHS Charleston
8h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:37 am - 3:08 pmCHS  Charleston-SFO San Francisco
11h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$393American Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Charleston flights

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Charleston typically range from $328 to $571. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $191, on Breeze Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Francisco to Charleston. It’s 17% cheaper than the average day, while Thursday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Charleston at $338 round-trip.
•May ($501) and December ($499) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San Francisco to Charleston the cheapest?

Flights from San Francisco to Charleston are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Francisco to Charleston

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

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

Expert on CHS

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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Key details for San Francisco to Charleston flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$89
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 28% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Francisco to Charleston

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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Your San Francisco 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 Francisco to Charleston?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Charleston:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Francisco to Charleston takes 00m, covering 2,389 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Charleston range from $328 to $571, with an average of $423 over the past 12 months. Anything below $328 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 36% above the $423 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Francisco to Charleston?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $342 round-trip via Louisville Intl (SDF), compared to $578 for nonstop.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Charleston are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $165, which is 44% 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 starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

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

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Charleston usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from San Francisco to Charleston. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $352 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $509, a difference of $157.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Louisville Intl (SDF) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 14m, compared with 7h 22m via Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and 7h 35m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

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

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

  • 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.

Your guide to booking San Francisco 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Thursday. On this route, Saturday flights average $352, about $157 less than Thursday fares (31% 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 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Charleston trip for February. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $163 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Louisville Intl Airport (SDF) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $342 round-trip on this route - about $236 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • 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.

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