Flying from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport (CHS): What you need to know
Your adventure will begin at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), the main airport in Atlanta. Search for flights from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport (CHS) that jet out of this base.
The average duration of a direct Atlanta to Charleston International Airport flight is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Charleston International Airport is located in Charleston. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Atlanta.
With 62 direct flights a week between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Charleston International Airport (CHS) is the most popular route. Delta Air Lines operates the earliest flight at 7:25am. If you prefer to get more out of your day before taking off, the last flight from ATL to CHS is with Delta Air Lines at 10:55pm.
Your flight from Atlanta to CHS won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
With more travellers during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You can take a direct flight from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport (CHS) out of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport leaving from ATL.
Most passengers prefer to fly with Delta Air Lines from ATL to CHS.
Delta Air Lines ranks as the top on-time carrier on this route, with 86.06% of services arriving as scheduled.
Located around 18 kilometres from central Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
Of the departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, 76.64% land on time at their destination.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Have a late flight from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near CHS and turn out the lights sooner:
Grab a Charleston International Airport rental car and discover Charleston and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Budget and Alamo are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Atlanta to Charleston International Airport flight.
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
Charleston International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Charleston. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
It typically takes 3 hours 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport is RM224. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM483. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Atlanta to CHS if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Cheap Atlanta to Charleston International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Think about the kind of experience you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Charleston. July is when most people book flights from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport (CHS), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Book an Atlanta to CHS plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Charleston to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Charleston
After booking your flight from Atlanta to Charleston International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Charleston:
Your Charleston visit wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Highlights you won't want to miss include Downtown Charleston, French Quarter District and International African American Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Charleston, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey about 274 kilometres north to Charlotte to tick off its top sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in the United States, head for Fayetteville, about 257 kilometres north-east of Charleston. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Airborne and Special Operations Museum and Fayetteville Transportation Museum are the start of reasons to visit.