Travelling from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS): What you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS) departing from here.
The timezone in Charleston is UTC-4, which is 15 hours behind Melbourne. Charleston International Airport is located in Charleston.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Melbourne to CHS. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Melbourne to CHS even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is an option when taking off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
MEL is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your break? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It takes 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Kick back before your Melbourne to CHS flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can roll out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80.09% of flights taking off from here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Reserve a hotel close to CHS if you have a late flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport. Settle into one of these options and be in bed in no time flat:
Grab a Charleston International Airport rental car and discover Charleston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Budget and Alamo are top providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Melbourne to Charleston International Airport flight.
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
Charleston International Airport to central Charleston is around 16 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 3 hours 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
RM2,151 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport. A return flight starts from RM4,969. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to CHS. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Melbourne to Charleston International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to snap up a deal on your flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport. Pick the departure times, airlines and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Charleston based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Melbourne to CHS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Charleston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne 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
Once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Charleston:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Downtown Charleston, French Quarter District and International African American Museum are popular attractions which should feature on any good Charleston itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Charleston, now it's time to discover other parts 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 packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore 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 highlights.
