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

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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Charleston (CMH-CHS)

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
Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Aug 30
CMH
Columbus
CHS
Charleston
$102 Roundtrip, just found
$102
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Columbus to Charleston, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $102 just found
Breeze Airways
Sun, Sep 28 - Thu, Oct 2
CMH
Columbus
CHS
Charleston
$107 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Columbus to Charleston, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $107 found 1 hour ago
Breeze Airways
Sat, Aug 23 - Thu, Aug 28
CMH
Columbus
CHS
Charleston
$112 Roundtrip, just found
$112
Roundtrip
just found
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Columbus to Charleston, returning Thu, Aug 28, priced at $112 just found
Breeze Airways
Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 11
CMH
Columbus
CHS
Charleston
$117 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Columbus to Charleston, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $117 found 4 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Thu, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 7
CMH
Columbus
CHS
Charleston
$122 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$122
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Columbus to Charleston, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $122 found 2 hours ago
Breeze Airways
Sun, Aug 24 - Sat, Aug 30
CMH
Columbus
CHS
Charleston
$125 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$125
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Breeze Airways flight, departing Sun, Aug 24 from Columbus to Charleston, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $125 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 18 - Sat, Aug 23
CMH
Columbus
CHS
Charleston
$128 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$128
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 18 from Columbus to Charleston, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $128 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
CMH
Columbus
CHS
Charleston
$237 Roundtrip, just found
$237
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Columbus to Charleston, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $237 just found
United
Wed, Sep 24 - Fri, Sep 26
CMH
Columbus
CHS
Charleston
$237 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Columbus to Charleston, returning Fri, Sep 26, priced at $237 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 25
CMH
Columbus
CHS
Charleston
$237 Roundtrip, just found
$237
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Columbus to Charleston, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $237 just found

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

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $101 - $301 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Charleston

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

Select flight to Charleston Intl. CHS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 16 minutes. Flights from $322
CHS
Charleston Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center16 min
Flights from $322
Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Charleston (CHS)
Origin airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Destination airport
Charleston Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Breeze Airways, Delta, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$101
Distance
516 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 22 mins

Columbus to Charleston Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Columbus to Charleston

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 Columbus to Charleston are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Columbus to Charleston with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Columbus to Charleston

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Columbus to Charleston: 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 Columbus to Charleston

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 Columbus to Charleston 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 Columbus to Charleston 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 Columbus to Charleston 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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) cost?
You can book cheap return flights starting from $102 from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS). 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 CMH on August 16 2025 and touching down at CHS. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CMH to CHS?
The cheapest flights from CMH to CHS 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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
You can fly straight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) on a Breeze Airways flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CMH to CHS?
Right now, the cheapest carrier operating one-way flights from CMH to CHS is Breeze. You can book a seat on this route from $51. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CMH on September 7 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
On average, John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) has 2 nonstop flights to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) each week. For more options, use Expedia's filter tool to search for flights with one or more stops. Fit in a quick visit to another city or just break up your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
The 9 PM departures from CMH to CHS are the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your trip, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from CMH to CHS?
Thursday offers the most flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 9:21PM UTC-5, heading out of John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). You'll be traveling for about 1h 38m, arriving at Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) at approximately 10:59PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
The average flight time from CMH to CHS is 1 hour and 38 minutes, covering a total distance of 520 mi.
What is the best time to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
To avoid potential delays on the John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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 Charleston from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) is the only airport in Charleston with direct flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). Browse the options and discover cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from CMH to CHS are typically more expensive. To lock in the best prices, start looking for flights well in advance. That said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to land a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a CMH to CHS flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a CMH to CHS flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one place. Once you've selected your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras including tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Charleston Intl. Airport (CHS)?
Typically, you're able to cancel or reschedule your CMH to CHS flight. However, additional fees may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you'd like more details, visit our Customer Service portal.

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