Travelling from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Charleston International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Charleston.
You can choose from 44 weekly Charleston International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flights. The 05:59 departure with American Airlines is the earliest available. American Airlines operates the last service of the day at 20:03.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your CHS to DCA flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines has direct flights from Charleston International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
American Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With a reliable 82.92% of services arriving on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time record for CHS to DCA flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charleston International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between CHS and DCA:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
LaGuardia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
$159 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Charleston International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight. A return flight starts from $319. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from CHS to DCA by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Charleston International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Charleston International Airport (CHS)
81.5% of flights departing from Charleston International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of CHS.
To reach Charleston International Airport from central Charleston, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 3 hours 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near CHS. Whether you have an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
If you're coming in on a late Charleston International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near DCA:
Go where the road takes you with a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and chase adventure across Washington DC and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
From Ronald Reagan National Airport, Washington DC is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The quietest month for a flight from Charleston International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport is May, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Charleston International Airport to Ronald Reagan National Airport for July if you'd like to visit Washington DC during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for cheap tickets from CHS to DCA sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, head for Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are key highlights.