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

Flights from San José to Charleston usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Charleston?

Two cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Charleston: • Economy Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from San José to Charleston most commonly connect through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 30% of one-stop connections • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 27% of one-stop connections • Miami (MIA) - 17% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 7% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from San José to Charleston. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $466 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $619, a difference of $153. 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 long is a flight from San José to Charleston?

A nonstop flight from San José to Charleston takes 00m, covering 1,603 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Charleston?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from San José 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 $572 to $1,507. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from San José to Charleston are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $334.

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

Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 09m, compared with 7h 46m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 16m via Miami (MIA).

What is the time difference between San José and Charleston?

Charleston is 1 hour ahead of San José (Eastern Time vs Central 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 averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Alamo • Economy Rent a Car • Avis • Thrifty

How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Charleston flight?

Round-trip flights from San José to Charleston range from $450 to $697, with an average of $543 over the past 12 months. Anything below $450 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from San José to Charleston typically range from $450 to $697. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $572, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Charleston. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Charleston at $441 round-trip. •September ($917) and March ($754) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San José to Charleston?

Southwest ($572) and Breeze Airways ($622) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San José to Charleston according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San José to Charleston?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the San José to Charleston route. 30% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from San José to Charleston?

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $353. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from San José to Charleston which airport offers the shortest layover?

Charlotte Douglas (CLT) had the shortest average connection time for San José to Charleston layovers at 4h 15m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $450-$697

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Cheapest • Avg $353 (round-trip)

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Shortest trip • 7h 09m (one-way)

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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Charleston

Fri, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 26

9:00 am - 9:50 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CHS Charleston

22h 50m2 stops Orlando Baltimore/Washington

7:30 am - 7:00 pmCHS Charleston-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Houston Hobby

$572Southwest

Sat, May 1 - Tue, May 18

12:49 pm - 9:59 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CHS Charleston

7h 10m1 stop Tampa

3:07 pm - 11:49 amCHS Charleston-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 42m1 stop Tampa

$622Breeze Airways

Wed, Mar 17 - Mon, Mar 22

4:15 pm - 8:10 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CHS Charleston

13h 55m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora New York John F Kennedy Intl

9:20 pm - 11:25 amCHS Charleston-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$634Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 22 - Tue, Mar 9

1:50 am - 6:50 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CHS Charleston

16h 00m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Fort Lauderdale

3:05 pm - 12:49 pmCHS Charleston-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 44m1 stop Tampa

$635Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 2 - Tue, May 18

6:00 am - 7:59 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CHS Charleston

23h 59m1 stop Orlando

3:07 pm - 11:49 amCHS Charleston-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 42m1 stop Tampa

$635Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22

7:45 pm - 8:43 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CHS Charleston

11h 58m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

8:35 am - 11:40 pmCHS Charleston-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$636Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 24

6:00 am - 7:59 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CHS Charleston

23h 59m1 stop Orlando

9:13 pm - 11:59 pmCHS Charleston-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

28h 46m2 stops Orlando Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

$636Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 27 - Thu, May 6

7:45 pm - 10:39 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CHS Charleston

12h 54m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

4:30 pm - 8:45 amCHS Charleston-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 15m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl San Salvador El Salvador Intl

$636Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 8 - Sun, Apr 18

12:12 pm - 10:24 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CHS Charleston

20h 12m1 stop Miami

8:09 pm - 1:08 pmCHS Charleston-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 59m1 stop Miami

$653American Airlines

Fri, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 26

11:35 pm - 6:46 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CHS Charleston

17h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:35 am - 11:25 amCHS Charleston-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 50m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$653American Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from San José to Charleston? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San José to Charleston departing in april.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Charleston?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Charleston. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from San José to Charleston? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from San José to Charleston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •October is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Charleston at $441 round-trip.
•September ($917) and March ($754) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Charleston?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Charleston:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from San José to Charleston?
A nonstop flight from San José to Charleston takes 00m, covering 1,603 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Charleston?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Charleston flight?
Round-trip flights from San José to Charleston range from $450 to $697, with an average of $543 over the past 12 months. Anything below $450 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from San José 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 $572 to $1,507. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from San José to Charleston looking right now?
One-way fares from San José to Charleston are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $334.
What car rental options are available at Charleston Airport (CHS)?
Charleston Airport (CHS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $76 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Alamo
• Economy Rent a Car
• Avis
• Thrifty
Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Charleston?
Flights from San José to Charleston usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Charleston (CHS).
Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Charleston pass through?
One-stop flights from San José to Charleston most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 30% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 27% of one-stop connections
• Miami (MIA) - 17% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 7% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Charleston?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from San José to Charleston. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $466 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $619, a difference of $153.

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 José to Charleston?
Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 09m, compared with 7h 46m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 16m via Miami (MIA).
What is the time difference between San José and Charleston?
Charleston is 1 hour ahead of San José (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $466, about $153 less than Tuesday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Charleston trip for October. Fares historically average $441 round-trip in that month - typically $476 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).

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