Journey information
Overview: Charleston, SC to Washington, DC flight
Flights from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC depart on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $93 (€76) but you can travel from only $67 (€55) by bus.
There are 3 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:45. The fastest flight covers the 452 miles (729 km) distance in 1h 29m. February is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 452 miles (729 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€76) |
Flights per day 21 |
Direct flights 3 |
Fastest flight 1h 29m |
Cheapest month to travel February |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 22:45 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$384
Average price
$648
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Flights per day
57
Distance
729 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC will cost around $648 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $384.
Of the 57 flights that leave Charleston, SC for Washington, DC onFri, Nov 07, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct flights cover the 729 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the longest flights will take 1 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare bus, train, and flight for Charleston, SC to Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €55, and a flight costs an average of €76.
Distance: 452 miles (729 km)
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€210 Average price | €122 Average price | €89 Average price Cheapest |
4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 24m Average total duration 9h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 8m Average total duration 11h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charleston, SC to Washington, DC flight times
The table below shows live departures for Charleston, SC to Washington, DC flights for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UA1858 | 3:00 PM Charleston International Airport | 1h35 | 4:35 PM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
B668 · B61355 | 4:14 PM Charleston International Airport | 5h46 | 10:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
B668 · B62055 | 4:14 PM Charleston International Airport | 6h50 | 11:04 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5555 | 4:14 PM Charleston International Airport | 1h38 | 5:52 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA5447+ AA4091 | 4:17 PM Charleston International Airport | 4h45 | 9:02 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1464+ AA4091 | 4:17 PM Charleston International Airport | 5h39 | 9:56 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA674 · UA1992 | 4:18 PM Charleston International Airport | 5h07 | 9:25 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA674 · UA4477 · UA1082 | 4:18 PM Charleston International Airport | 9h58 | 2:16 AM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA674 · UA4521 · UA1082 | 4:18 PM Charleston International Airport | 9h58 | 2:16 AM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA674 · UA3547 | 4:18 PM Charleston International Airport | 5h38 | 9:56 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA674 · UA2485 · UA1502 | 4:18 PM Charleston International Airport | 9h51 | 2:09 AM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA674 · UA230 · UA3998 | 4:18 PM Charleston International Airport | 9h57 | 2:15 AM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA674 · UA1915 · UA1502 | 4:18 PM Charleston International Airport | 9h51 | 2:09 AM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA674 · UA4433 | 4:18 PM Charleston International Airport | 4h28 | 8:46 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA674 · UA3583 · UA4422 | 4:18 PM Charleston International Airport | 9h35 | 1:53 AM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA592 · UA2649 | 4:25 PM Charleston International Airport | 5h49 | 10:14 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA592 · UA2306 | 4:25 PM Charleston International Airport | 5h31 | 9:56 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA592 · UA587 | 4:25 PM Charleston International Airport | 6h05 | 10:30 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5447+ AA3819 | 5:41 PM Charleston International Airport | 3h21 | 9:02 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1464+ AA3819 | 5:41 PM Charleston International Airport | 4h15 | 9:56 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA5166 | 7:08 PM Charleston International Airport | 1h41 | 8:49 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA5313+ AA1642 | 7:29 PM Charleston International Airport | 3h14 | 10:43 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1883 | 7:52 PM Charleston International Airport | 1h33 | 9:25 PM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA2725 · AA1775 | 9:15 PM Charleston International Airport | 3h45 | 1:00 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2725 · AA1724 | 9:15 PM Charleston International Airport | 6h09 | 3:24 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1641 · UA1023 | 9:38 PM Charleston International Airport | 7h21 | 4:59 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1641 · UA3660 | 9:38 PM Charleston International Airport | 6h04 | 3:42 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6329 · UA650 | 10:05 PM Charleston International Airport | 6h39 | 4:44 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA6329 · UA2224 | 10:05 PM Charleston International Airport | 6h39 | 4:44 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3115 | 10:09 PM Charleston International Airport | 1h33 | 11:42 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA1643 · AA2799 | 11:32 PM Charleston International Airport | 5h58 | 5:30 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1643 · AA1331 | 11:32 PM Charleston International Airport | 3h43 | 3:15 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1643 · AA1724 | 11:32 PM Charleston International Airport | 3h52 | 3:24 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2033 · UA1950 | 11:53 PM Charleston International Airport | 4h05 | 3:58 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
AA5204 | 12:44 AM Charleston International Airport | 1h45 | 2:29 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA6161 | 12:45 AM Charleston International Airport | 1h38 | 2:23 AM Dulles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA1586 · AA1473 | 12:53 AM Charleston International Airport | 4h06 | 4:59 AM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1586 · AA1508 | 12:53 AM Charleston International Airport | 3h51 | 4:44 AM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1586 · AA2799 | 12:53 AM Charleston International Airport | 4h37 | 5:30 AM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1289 · UA3717 · UA3579 | 11:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 10h09 | 9:09 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1289 · UA4444 | 11:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 4h29 | 3:29 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1289 · UA3539 · UA6203 | 11:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 10h30 | 9:30 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1289 · UA3703 · UA3579 | 11:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 10h09 | 9:09 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA1015 | 11:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 1h29 | 12:29 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA1289 · UA4177 | 11:00 AM Charleston International Airport | 5h49 | 4:49 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
B61274 · B61788 | 11:05 AM Charleston International Airport | 8h31 | 7:36 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3114+ AA5194 | 11:10 AM Charleston International Airport | 4h09 | 3:19 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3114 · AA1589 | 11:10 AM Charleston International Airport | 4h50 | 4:00 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3114 · AA2719 | 11:10 AM Charleston International Airport | 4h04 | 3:14 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2333 · UA1357 | 11:15 AM Charleston International Airport | 5h34 | 4:49 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2333 · UA2467 · UA6190 | 11:15 AM Charleston International Airport | 9h55 | 9:10 PM Dulles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2333 · UA708 | 11:15 AM Charleston International Airport | 5h43 | 4:58 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4013 · UA351 | 11:30 AM Charleston International Airport | 9h32 | 9:02 PM Baltimore/Washington International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4013 · UA2366 | 11:30 AM Charleston International Airport | 9h46 | 9:16 PM Dulles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4013 · UA2311 | 11:30 AM Charleston International Airport | 7h19 | 6:49 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA4375 · AA4386 | 12:00 PM Charleston International Airport | 4h45 | 4:45 PM Ronald Reagan National Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Charleston, SC to Washington, DC Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Cherry Blossom Festival, a celebration of the blooming cherry blossom trees with parades and cultural events
- Independence Day Celebration, fireworks and festivities at the National Mall to commemorate the nation's independence
- Smithsonian Folklife Festival, a showcase of cultural traditions from around the world held on the National Mall
- DC Jazz Festival, an annual event featuring performances by renowned jazz musicians at various venues across the city.
- Memorial Day, marks the unofficial start of summer with parades and remembrance ceremonies
- Labor Day, a long weekend perfect for enjoying the city's parks and outdoor activities
- Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings and exploring seasonal markets
- Winter Holidays, festive decorations and holiday spirit throughout the city.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
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Popular airports from Charleston, SC to Washington, DC
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops include Hudson News and Tech on the Go, located in the main terminal.
- Parking available; short-term parking located near the terminal, approximately 0.47€ ($0.50) per hour.
- Restaurants are available, including Charleston Beer Works (casual dining) and Caviar & Bas (café), located in the main terminal.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels like the DoubleTree by Hilton within walking distance.
- The Club CHS lounge available for travelers.
- Lost and Found located in the main terminal near baggage claim.
- Car rental services are available in the rental car pavilion near baggage claim.
- Bus Route 11, North Charleston Transit Center, 12 miles
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops are available in all terminals, including Hudson News and Duty-Free Americas.
- Parking available in garages A, B, and C, approximately 5.7€ ($6) per hour.
- Restaurants are located in all terminals, offering American, Italian, and fast food options; top choices include Legal Sea Foods and Five Guys.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels within walking distance, including the Crystal Gateway Marriott.
- Showers are available in some lounges; access may require a lounge pass or membership.
- Lounges available, including the American Airlines Admirals Club and Delta Sky Club.
- Lost and Found located in terminal A; contact airport police for assistance.
- Car rental services are available on-site, with companies like Hertz, Avis, and Enterprise.
- Washington Metro, Yellow/Blue Line, Rold Reagan Washington tiol Airport Station, 5 km
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops available in all concourses, main shops include Duty-Free, Hudson News, and Tech on the Go.
- Parking available in the terminal Parking Garage, approximately 5.7€ ($6) per hour.
- Restaurants located in all concourses; options include fast food, cafes, and sit-down dining like Five Guys and Chipotle.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available throughout the airport.
- Hotels nearby include Washington Dulles Airport Marriott within walking distance.
- Showers available in some lounges; access typically requires lounge entry fee.
- Lounges available, including United Club and Turkish Airlines Lounge.
- Lost and Found located in the main terminal; contact via phone or email.
- Car rental services available on-site; companies include Avis, Hertz, and Enterprise.
- Silver Line Metro, Dulles Intertiol Airport Station, 26 miles
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