- Must visit
The Getty Center
Major hilltop art museum with European paintings, decorative arts, gardens, and panoramic city views.
Flights from Charleston, SC to Los Angeles, CA depart on average 79 times per day, taking around 6h 40m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $108 (€89) if you book in advance.
The earliest flight runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest flight covers the 2198 miles (3538 km) distance in 5h 25m. January is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 2198 miles (3538 km) |
Average flight duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $108 (€89) |
Flights per day 79 |
Fastest flight 5h 25m |
First flight 12:20 AM |
Last flight 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Cheapest price
$375
Average price
$511
Fastest journey
6 h 41 m
Average duration
6 h 59 m
Flights per day
57
Distance
3538 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Charleston, SC to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleston, SC to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $511 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $375.
It's difficult to get from Charleston, SC to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least once.
MX329 · MX352
UA6329 · UA2215
UA2333 · UA2814
UA3426 · UA1967
UA592 · UA374
AA5396+
AA2732
AA1553 · AA500
AA1656 · AA2766
AA3298 · AA2070
UA434 · UA1383Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $137. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 3.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $137, and a train costs an average of $398.
Distance: 2198 miles (3538 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$413 Average price | $905 Average price | $351 Average price Cheapest | $492 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 40m Average total duration Fastest 6h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 76h 10m Average total duration 75h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 69h 24m Average total duration 68h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 36h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
10.6 - 21.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 3.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.5 - 8.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Charleston, SC to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is $62 (€51) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charleston, SC to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $413 (€340).
A bus is $554 (€457) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charleston, SC to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $905 (€746).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 68h 54m.
Train takes on average 75h 40m.
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Los Angeles, CA flights for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MX1694 | 9:28 AM Charleston International Airport | 5h25 | 11:53 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1858 · UA1689 | 10:13 AM Charleston International Airport | 8h29 | 3:42 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1858 · UA684 | 10:13 AM Charleston International Airport | 10h34 | 5:47 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B62474 · B6358 | 10:40 AM Charleston International Airport | 12h35 | 8:15 PM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
B62474 · B61023 | 10:40 AM Charleston International Airport | 11h45 | 7:25 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B62474 · B6823 | 10:40 AM Charleston International Airport | 13h20 | 9:00 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1666 · AA352 | 10:52 AM Charleston International Airport | 7h31 | 3:23 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1666 · AA1502 | 10:52 AM Charleston International Airport | 8h42 | 4:34 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA674 · UA2191 | 11:13 AM Charleston International Airport | 9h00 | 5:13 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA674 · UA1350 | 11:13 AM Charleston International Airport | 9h05 | 5:18 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA674 · UA1690 | 11:13 AM Charleston International Airport | 11h53 | 8:06 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA592 · UA374 | 11:31 AM Charleston International Airport | 8h34 | 5:05 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA592 · UA1107 | 11:31 AM Charleston International Airport | 10h21 | 6:52 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA592 · UA576 | 11:31 AM Charleston International Airport | 9h49 | 6:20 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2452 · AA1437 | 12:26 PM Charleston International Airport | 10h11 | 7:37 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2452 · AA613 | 12:26 PM Charleston International Airport | 13h58 | 11:24 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2452 · AA2364 | 12:26 PM Charleston International Airport | 11h57 | 9:23 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2452 · AA529 | 12:26 PM Charleston International Airport | 8h24 | 5:50 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1658 · AA1499 | 12:58 PM Charleston International Airport | 9h12 | 7:10 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1669+ AA5250 | 12:58 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h43 | 5:41 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2766+ AA5250 | 12:58 PM Charleston International Airport | 9h49 | 7:47 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1972+ AA5250 | 12:58 PM Charleston International Airport | 8h54 | 6:52 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B668 · B6387 | 2:02 PM Charleston International Airport | 12h53 | 11:55 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B668 · B61387 | 2:02 PM Charleston International Airport | 10h13 | 9:15 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B668 · B6817 · B6923 | 2:02 PM Charleston International Airport | 13h53 | 12:55 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA3401 · UA2276 | 2:47 PM Charleston International Airport | 8h34 | 8:21 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3426 · UA308 | 3:08 PM Charleston International Airport | 10h11 | 10:19 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA3426 · UA658 | 3:08 PM Charleston International Airport | 10h43 | 10:51 PM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2055+ AA5118 | 3:12 PM Charleston International Airport | 8h57 | 9:09 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1656 · AA2766 | 3:44 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h03 | 7:47 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1656 · AA1084 | 3:44 PM Charleston International Airport | 9h32 | 10:16 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2757 · UA2028 | 4:16 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h26 | 8:42 PM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2757 · UA725 | 4:16 PM Charleston International Airport | 8h45 | 10:01 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2757 · UA1704 | 4:16 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h28 | 8:44 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2757 · UA2411 | 4:16 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h27 | 8:43 PM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
UA2757 · UA1262 | 4:16 PM Charleston International Airport | 8h02 | 9:18 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2757 · UA531 | 4:16 PM Charleston International Airport | 9h39 | 10:55 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B61131 · B62501 | 4:52 PM Charleston International Airport | 10h06 | 11:58 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6329 · UA2095 | 5:00 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h54 | 9:54 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6329 · UA483 | 5:00 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h31 | 9:31 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6329 · UA1563 | 5:00 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h55 | 9:55 PM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6329 · UA2761 | 5:00 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h45 | 9:45 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6329 · UA2215 | 5:00 PM Charleston International Airport | 9h38 | 11:38 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
MX329 · MX352 | 5:26 PM Charleston International Airport | 8h33 | 10:59 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1662 · AA1504 | 7:19 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h40 | 11:59 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1209+ AA3454 | 8:04 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h55 | 12:59 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
AA3298 · AA2070 | 5:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 7h09 | 9:09 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2333 · UA2814 | 6:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 8h26 | 11:26 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1289 · UA2692 | 6:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 8h53 | 11:53 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1287 · AA843 | 6:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 8h02 | 11:02 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1287 · AA3288 | 6:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 9h24 | 12:24 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1289 · UA2679 | 6:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 10h41 | 1:41 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2333 · UA1304 | 6:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 8h21 | 11:21 AM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3235 · AA1995 | 6:41 AM Charleston International Airport | 7h15 | 10:56 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA434 · UA469 | 6:50 AM Charleston International Airport | 7h40 | 11:30 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA434 · UA2780 | 6:50 AM Charleston International Airport | 10h13 | 2:03 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA434 · UA1383 | 6:50 AM Charleston International Airport | 7h09 | 10:59 AM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1553 · AA2827 | 7:01 AM Charleston International Airport | 7h56 | 11:57 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1553 · AA500 | 7:01 AM Charleston International Airport | 6h51 | 10:52 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1553 · AA2041 | 7:01 AM Charleston International Airport | 8h52 | 12:53 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
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Major hilltop art museum with European paintings, decorative arts, gardens, and panoramic city views.
The largest art museum in the western United States, known for broad global collections and the Urban Light installation.
Contemporary art museum with a high-profile collection featuring works by Yayoi Kusama, Jeff Koons, and Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Vast urban park with trails, scenic overlooks, and access to some of the city’s best outdoor viewpoints.
Classic Southern California waterfront area popular for ocean views, walks, and iconic beach atmosphere.
Famous beachfront promenade known for street culture, murals, skate energy, and people-watching.
A Los Angeles classic of thinly sliced roast beef on a roll, usually served with savory jus for dipping. It is one of the city’s most iconic old-school sandwiches.
Small corn-tortilla tacos filled with meats such as carne asada, al pastor, or carnitas, topped simply with onion, cilantro, and salsa. They reflect the city’s deep Mexican culinary influence.
Grilled marinated meats cooked at the table, commonly enjoyed with banchan in Koreatown. Los Angeles is especially famous for its vibrant Korean barbecue culture.
Popular upscale restaurant in the Arts District known for house-made charcuterie, pasta, and a stylish industrial setting.
Historic casual eatery best known for the French dip sandwich, old-school counter service, and classic Los Angeles atmosphere.
Well-known Oaxacan restaurant celebrated for mole, tlayudas, and lively traditional flavors in a vibrant setting.
Los Angeles is costly for visitors, especially lodging, parking, and dining. Casual food is manageable, but transport and attractions add up quickly.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20% is common for good service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up or tip 10-15% for taxis, and tip hotel staff and valet.
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Most Charleston, SC to Los Angeles, CA flights use the Charleston International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Charleston, SC and Los Angeles, CA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Charleston International Airport is 2 km from Charleston city centre. Public transport options include:
Charleston International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are available, including Charleston Beer Works (casual dining) and Caviar & Bas (café), located in the main terminal.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Charleston International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Charleston International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleston International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
Nearby hotels include Hotels like the DoubleTree by Hilton within walking distance..
Los Angeles International Airport is 2 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge, and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Los Angeles International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles International Airport: Ramps.
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