Cheap Flights from Philadelphia International to Charleston

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Philadelphia International to Charleston flights are currently cheapest in December.

Direct flights from Philadelphia International to Charleston

Philadelphia International to Charleston: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Philadelphia International to Charleston below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Charleston.

Philadelphia to Charleston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$143
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time2 hrs
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week102

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Philadelphia International to Charleston is $144. 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.
2 hours is the average flight time from Philadelphia International to Charleston.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and PSA Airlines fly direct from Philadelphia International to Charleston.
As of October 2024, there are 102 flights per week flying from Philadelphia International to Charleston.
The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia International to Charleston is usually October 2024.
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 Tuesday, 3 December 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours.
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.
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.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and Frontier Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Charleston.

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

  • On average, direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport take 2 hours. Charleston and Philadelphia are in the same timezone (UTC-4), meaning you won't have to change your watch once you land.

  • Take your pick of 32 weekly flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport. The 05:45 departure with American Airlines is the earliest flight out between PHL and CHS. Frontier Airlines operates the last service of the day at 21:48 if early mornings aren't your thing.

  • If you're travelling during a popular month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like summer and spring break.

  • Frontier Airlines runs direct flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Charleston — plus maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that appeals to you. The top stopovers on the PHL - CHS route include:

    • Richmond International Airport (Byrd Field)

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    • Washington Dulles International Airport

  • When flying within United States, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to bring some form of identity document, like an ID card or driver's license. Once you've found your cheap ticket from PHL to CHS, check your ID is valid before you fly.

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

  • $57 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport. A return flight starts at $143. These prices can change based on demand and availability.

  • To get flight tickets from PHL to CHS, reserve your journey 9 months before your planned departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from PHL to CHS. There's no need to search every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll let you know the moment the price changes.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport.

Handy information about Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

Arriving at Charleston International Airport (CHS)

Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston

  • Charleston International Airport to central Charleston is about 28 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 3 hours and 36 minutes.

When to fly to Charleston International Airport (CHS)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Charleston in April.

  • The warmest month in Charleston is July, with temperatures ranging between 24 ºC and 32 ºC. Lock in your flights from Philadelphia International Airport to Charleston International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PHL to CHS in January. Temperatures average between 4 ºC and 17 ºC then.

More about Charleston

  • Once you've booked your flights from PHL to CHS, you'll want to find a place to stay in Charleston. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:

  • All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Rainbow Row, Fort Sumter National Monument and Charleston City Market are essential stops on your Charleston itinerary.

Complete your Charleston trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Charleston International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Charleston trip.

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