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Charleston.$205 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar, returning Wed, 18 Mar.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Charleston on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $205, select.

Charleston.$206 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Charleston on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $206, select.

Charleston.$227 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Charleston on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $227, select.

Charleston.$237 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Thu, 5 Mar.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Charleston on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

Charleston.$268 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Fri, 27 Feb.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Charleston on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $268, select.

Charleston.$285 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Sat, 2 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Charleston on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $285, select.

Charleston.$317 per passenger.Departing Sun, 26 Apr, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Philadelphia International on Sun, 26 Apr, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Charleston on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $317, select.

Charleston.$428 per passenger.Departing Sat, 11 Jul, returning Sat, 18 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Philadelphia International on Sat, 11 Jul, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Charleston on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $428, select.

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Philadelphia to Charleston: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$205
Cheapest month to fly	March
Average flight time	2 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	92

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Finding cheap flights from Philadelphia International to Charleston: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Philadelphia International to Charleston?

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia International to Charleston is $205. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Philadelphia International to Charleston?

2 hours and 3 minutes is the average flight time from Philadelphia International to Charleston.

Which airlines fly direct from Philadelphia International to Charleston?

American Airlines, PSA Airlines and British Airways fly direct from Philadelphia International to Charleston.

How many flights are there a week from Philadelphia International to Charleston?

As of February 2026, there are 92 flights per week flying from Philadelphia International to Charleston.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia International to Charleston?

The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Charleston is usually March.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston Airport on Monday, 9 March 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 3 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Charleston?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Charleston but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Charleston?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Charleston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston with?

Currently, Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Charleston.

Flying from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Charleston International Airport (CHS): what you need to know

Around 2 hours is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport.
Charleston's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Philadelphia.
Flights from PHL to CHS start at 08:19 — the earliest with American Airlines. The latest departure is at 20:45 with American Airlines. In total, there are 32 weekly Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PHL to CHS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
American Airlines is your ticket to exploring Charleston (and perhaps some other exciting parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
American Airlines ranks as the leading on-time carrier for PHL to CHS flights, with 84.24% of its services arriving as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between PHL and CHS include:
- Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)
- Washington Dulles International Airport
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)

The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport flight is $102. A return plane ticket right now is $205. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from PHL to CHS by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PHL to CHS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

PHL's address is Industrial Highway and Island Road.
78.93% of flights taking off from Philadelphia International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Philadelphia International Airport from central Philadelphia, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
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Arriving at Charleston International Airport (CHS)

Reserve a hotel near CHS if you have a late Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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Reserving your vehicle from Charleston International Airport about one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.

Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston

From Charleston International Airport, Charleston is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 3 hours 35 minutes.

When to fly to Charleston International Airport (CHS)

July is the busiest month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Charleston in April.
Lock in your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport for July if you want to explore Charleston during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to CHS in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 17ºC then.

Explore more of United States

Charleston has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres south-west of Charleston, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 290 kilometres north of Charleston, Charlotte is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.