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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Richmond Airport to Charleston Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $140. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Charleston.$139 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Sat, 12 Sep.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Richmond on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Charleston on Sat, 12 Sep, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From $139, select.
Charleston.$139 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Richmond on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Charleston on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From $139, select.
Charleston.$140 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Sat, 29 Aug.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Richmond on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Charleston on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From $140, select.
Charleston.$154 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Richmond on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Charleston on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From $154, select.
Charleston.$168 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Sat, 17 Oct.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Richmond on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Charleston on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From $168, select.
Charleston.$196 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Wed, 30 Dec.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Richmond on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Charleston on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From $196, select.
Charleston.$253 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Richmond on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Charleston on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From $253, select.
Charleston.$367 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Fri, 19 Feb.Return flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Richmond on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Charleston.Inbound direct flight with Breeze Airways departs from Charleston on Fri, 19 Feb, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From $367, select.
Charleston.$408 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Richmond on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Charleston on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From $408, select.
Charleston.$521 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Nov, returning Sun, 22 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Richmond on Sat, 21 Nov, arriving in Charleston.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Charleston on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Richmond.Price includes taxes and charges.From $521, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Charleston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Richmond to Charleston flights are currently cheapest in September.
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Direct flights from Richmond to Charleston

Richmond to Charleston: Alternative routes

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Richmond to Charleston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$139
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 28 mins
Most popular airlineBreeze Airways
Average flights per week2

Finding cheap flights from Richmond to Charleston: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Richmond to Charleston is $139. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Richmond to Charleston.
Breeze Airways flies direct from Richmond to Charleston.
As of July 2026, there are 2 flights per week flying from Richmond to Charleston.
The cheapest month to fly from Richmond to Charleston is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Richmond Airport to Charleston Airport on Wednesday, 9 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Charleston but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Charleston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Breeze Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Charleston.

Travelling from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charleston Airport (CHS): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Richmond Airport to Charleston Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Charleston's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Richmond.

  • Your RIC to CHS flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Getting to Charleston (and then discovering more of the United States!) is easy with Breeze Airways. This popular airline has direct flights from Richmond Airport to Charleston Airport.

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Breeze Airways on this route.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Richmond Airport to Charleston Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between RIC and CHS include:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas Airport

    • Baltimore Washington International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Richmond Airport (RIC) to Charleston Airport (CHS)

  • At the moment, $70 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Richmond Airport to Charleston Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $139. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from RIC to CHS, reserve your journey one month before your departure.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Richmond Airport to Charleston Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RIC to CHS.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Richmond Airport to Charleston Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Richmond Airport (RIC)

  • The address for RIC is 1 Richard E. Byrd Terminal Drive.

  • Of all flights departing from Richmond Airport, 74% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To reach Richmond Airport from central Richmond, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Richmond Airport to Charleston Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to RIC:

Arriving at Charleston Airport (CHS)

Getting from Charleston Airport (CHS) to central Charleston

  • Charleston Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Charleston. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.

When to fly to Charleston Airport (CHS)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Richmond Airport to Charleston Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Charleston in March.

  • Before locking in your flight from Richmond Airport to Charleston Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Charleston, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RIC to CHS around that time if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done Charleston, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Journey around 322 kilometres south-west to Jacksonville to tick off its top sights. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, consider Charlotte, roughly 290 kilometres north of Charleston. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame are the start of reasons to visit.

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