$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 $112 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Breeze Airways
Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 11
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$112 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Sun, Jan 11, priced at $112 found 2 days ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $117 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 18
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$121 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$121
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $121 found 2 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 5
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$126 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$126
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $126 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 5
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$132 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$132
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 2 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $132 found 4 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 18
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$137 Roundtrip, just found
$137
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $137 just found
Breeze Airways
Thu, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 8
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$139 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $139 found 23 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 4
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$160 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$160
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $160 found 6 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 12
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$165 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 8 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Sun, Oct 12, priced at $165 found 23 hours ago
United
Wed, Sep 3 - Thu, Sep 4
CHS
Charleston
CMH
Columbus
$165 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$165
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 3 from Charleston to Columbus, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $165 found 6 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Charleston (CHS) to Columbus (CMH)

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $101 - $341 per traveler.

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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 $176
CMH
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $176
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
$111
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 January. 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?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $51 or cheap return flight from $112 from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
January is the cheapest month to fly from CHS to CMH. Traveling during quieter months is often the key to finding better fares.
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 Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the cheapest carrier that'll take you from CHS to CMH. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snag a great deal.
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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