Flying from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Charleston Airport (CHS): what you need to know
Charleston's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Charleston seven hours behind Athens.
To ensure you catch your ATH to CHS flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Athens International Airport to Charleston Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between ATH and CHS:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Philadelphia International Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Handy information about Athens International Airport (ATH)
Of the flights that depart from Athens International Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Athens to Athens International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near ATH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Athens International Airport to Charleston Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Charleston Airport (CHS)
If you're coming in on a late Athens International Airport to Charleston Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near CHS:
Follow your own route with a Charleston Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Alamo and find adventure across Charleston and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Charleston Airport around one week before your departure date.
When to fly to Charleston Airport (CHS)
July is the most popular month for flights from Athens International Airport to Charleston Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Charleston in March.
The warmest month in Charleston is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Athens International Airport to Charleston Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ATH to CHS sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Charleston, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 322 kilometres south-west to Jacksonville to tick off its leading attractions. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 290 kilometres north of Charleston, Charlotte is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.