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The Charleston Museum
Often called America's first museum, it covers Charleston and Lowcountry history, decorative arts, natural history, and regional culture.
Flights from Winston Salem, NC to Charleston, SC depart on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $234 (€191) but you can travel from only $85 (€70) by train.
There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:55. The fastest flight covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 1h 7m. December is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average flight duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $234 (€191) |
Flights per day 32 |
Direct flights 5 |
Fastest flight 1h 7m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Winston Salem, NC to Charleston, SC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $85. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $85, and a flight costs an average of $234.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
| Flight | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
$364 Average price | $104 Average price Cheapest |
6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Winston Salem, NC to Charleston, SC:
A train is $260 (€213) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Winston Salem, NC to Charleston, SC costing on average $364 (€298).
Other travel options to Charleston, SC take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 50m.
The table below shows live departures for Winston Salem, NC to Charleston, SC flights for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:24 PM Winston Salem, NC | 1h08 | 12:32 AM Charleston, SC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Often called America's first museum, it covers Charleston and Lowcountry history, decorative arts, natural history, and regional culture.
A small but important museum interpreting the domestic slave trade in Charleston through exhibits in a historic market building.
Charleston's leading art museum, known for American art with strong ties to the South, rotating exhibitions, and a distinguished permanent collection.
Charleston's famous waterfront promenade is lined with grand historic homes, harbor views, and classic postcard scenery.
A popular riverfront park known for its pier, lawns, and the photogenic Pineapple Fountain.
Charleston's best-known commercial corridor, mixing historic architecture, shopping, nightlife, and frequent social media visibility.
A Lowcountry classic of sautéed shrimp served over creamy grits, often with bacon or gravy. It is one of Charleston’s signature dishes.
A rich Charleston soup made with crab meat, crab roe, cream, and sherry. It is a historic local specialty associated with the city’s coastal cuisine.
A traditional rice and field pea dish, usually cooked with pork for flavor. It is an iconic Southern and Lowcountry comfort food.
One of Charleston’s most acclaimed restaurants, serving ingredient-driven Southern cuisine with a polished but approachable feel. Reservations are highly sought after.
A popular waterfront restaurant known for Lowcountry seafood, shrimp and grits, and relaxed harbor views. It is a dependable choice for classic Charleston flavors.
A celebrated restaurant focused on refined Southern cooking using seasonal local ingredients. Stylish and upscale, it is one of Charleston’s best-known dining rooms.
Prices are moderate by U.S. standards. Historic district dining and hotels cost more, while casual food and transport stay manageable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and valet. Tipping is expected for most service roles.
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