£189 Cheap Flights from Chicago (CHIA) to Charleston (CHS)

Q: How much are return flights from Chicago to Charleston?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago to Charleston is £189. 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.

Q: How long does it take to fly from Chicago to Charleston?

2 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago to Charleston.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Chicago to Charleston?

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Envoy Air fly direct from Chicago to Charleston.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Chicago to Charleston?

As of May 2025, there are 164 flights per week flying from Chicago to Charleston.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Charleston?

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Charleston is usually May 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chicago to Charleston Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Chicago to Charleston Airport on Sunday, 15 June 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Chicago to Charleston Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 12 minutes.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

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Charleston.£189 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Jun, returning Thu, 19 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Charleston on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £189, select.

Charleston.£209 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Charleston on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £209, select.

Charleston.£209 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Charleston on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From £209, select.

Charleston.£209 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Sat, 31 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Charleston on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £209, select.

Charleston.£210 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Tue, 24 Jun.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Charleston on Tue, 24 Jun, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From £210, select.

Charleston.£211 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul, returning Wed, 16 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Chicago Midway on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Charleston on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From £211, select.

Charleston.£214 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Chicago Midway on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Charleston on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Chicago Midway.Price includes taxes and charges.From £214, select.

Charleston.£227 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Chicago O'Hare International on Fri, 19 Sep, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Charleston on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Chicago O'Hare International.Price includes taxes and charges.From £227, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Charleston

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

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Chicago to Charleston: Alternative routes

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

Chicago to Charleston: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£189
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	2 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airline	Alaska Airlines
Average flights per week	164

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

Begin your journey at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Charleston International Airport (CHS) departing from either of these.
Around 2 hours 18 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago to Charleston International Airport.
Charleston is 1 hour ahead of Chicago. Charleston International Airport is located in Charleston, which operates on the UTC-4 timezone.
With 38 direct weekly flights between the two airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Charleston International Airport (CHS) is the busiest route. United operates the earliest flight at 07:10. If you'd like to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from ORD to CHS is with Southwest Airlines at 21:15.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from Chicago to CHS.
If you're getting away during a peak month like August, be at the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like summer and spring break.

Airports in Chicago

O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

Go straight to your destination from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to Charleston International Airport (CHS) are available from here.
You can book a direct flight from Chicago to Charleston International Airport with American Airlines. This popular airline offers services from ORD.
From the centre of Chicago, ORD is approximately 25 miles away. Visit the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chicago to Charleston International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) operates direct flights from Chicago to Charleston International Airport (CHS).
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to CHS are available with United.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 46 minutes. The airport is roughly 12 miles away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 21 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Chicago to CHS, unwind in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:

About Charleston International Airport (CHS)

If you're coming in on a late flight from Chicago to Charleston International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near CHS:

Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston

From Charleston International Airport, Charleston is approximately 13 miles away. It takes around 28 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 3 hours and 36 minutes to get there using public transport.

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

For a one-way ticket from Chicago to Charleston International Airport, £92 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight starting from £189. These are currently the lowest fares and may differ based on availability.
8 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Chicago to CHS.
The cheapest month for tickets from Chicago to Charleston International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Charleston International Airport (CHS)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Chicago to Charleston International Airport. July is the busiest month for a trip to Charleston. If you like a more relaxed atmosphere, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Charleston. The warmest month is July. Lock in your flights from Chicago to CHS sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Chicago to Charleston International Airport in January when temperatures average between 4ºC and 17ºC.

More about Charleston

After locking in your flight from Chicago to Charleston International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Charleston:
One of the best ways to experience Charleston is to check out its most popular attractions. Highlights include Rainbow Row, Fort Sumter National Monument and Charleston City Market.

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