$51 Cheap Flights from Charleston (CHS) to Columbus (CMH)

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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Columbus (CHS-CMH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $51 for one-way flights and $102 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 24
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$102 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $102 found 10 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 7 - Tue, Aug 12
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$107 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $107 found 6 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Jul 24 - Wed, Jul 30
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$112 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Jul 24 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Wed, Jul 30, priced at $112 found 17 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Wed, Jul 9 - Sat, Aug 9
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$115 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$115
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Wed, Jul 9 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $115 found 1 day ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 2
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$117 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $117 found 6 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Aug 14 - Tue, Aug 19
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$122 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $122 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 14
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$142 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$142
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $142 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 25
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$217 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $217 found 6 days ago
Delta
Mon, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 11
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$217 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $217 found 6 days ago
United
Wed, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 19
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$217 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $217 found 6 days ago

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Alternative airports near Columbus

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to John Glenn Columbus Intl. CMH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $204
CMH
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $204
Flights from Charleston (CHS) to Columbus (CMH)
Origin airport
Charleston Intl.
Destination airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$101
Distance
516 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 40 mins

Charleston to Columbus Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Charleston to Columbus

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Charleston to Columbus are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Charleston to Columbus with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Charleston to Columbus

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Charleston to Columbus: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Charleston to Columbus

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Charleston to Columbus in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $51 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Charleston to Columbus flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Charleston to Columbus airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) cost?
Pick up cheap return fares starting at $102 from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Breeze flight leaving CHS on July 24 2025 and touching down at CMH. The price was last updated on July 2 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CHS to CMH?
The cheapest flights from CHS to CMH are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Take a nonstop flight with Breeze Airways and go straight from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CHS to CMH?
With prices as low as $51 for a one-way flight from CHS to CMH, Breeze is currently the cheapest airline flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CHS on September 18 2025. Prices were last updated on July 2 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
On average, Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) offers 2 direct flights to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) every week. For more options, use Expedia's filters to discover flights with layovers. Fit in a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Flights between CHS and CMH are their busiest at 2 PM. If you'd like a quieter trip and possibly cheaper fares, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from CHS to CMH?
If you fly on a Thursday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH).
What is the earliest flight from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)'s first flight to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) is at approximately 2:59PM UTC-5. With a total flight time of 1h 41m, you'll arrive at around 4:40PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Flights from CHS to CMH have an average travel time of 1 hour and 41 minutes. The distance between the two is 520 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
To avoid potential delays on the Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) route, aim to travel before 3 PM. Later flights have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Columbus from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
If you're traveling on a direct flight from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to Columbus, John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from CHS to CMH are typically more expensive. To lock in the lowest prices, start searching for flights early. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, you may score a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a CHS to CMH flight and hotel package?
Opting for a CHS to CMH flight and hotel package is generally cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your trip all in one place. Choose from our impressive range of stays and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Generally, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your CHS to CMH flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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