Travelling from Columbus to Charleston International Airport (CHS): What you need to know
Your journey comes together at Columbus's main airport, John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Explore your options for booking a flight from Columbus to Charleston International Airport (CHS) leaving from this base.
Expect to be in the air for 1 hour 40 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Columbus to Charleston International Airport flight.
Columbus and Charleston (where Charleston International Airport is located) share the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
The most popular route is from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Charleston International Airport (CHS). There are 3 direct services every week. Breeze Airways operates a 9:20am departure between CMH and CHS.
To ensure you get on your flight from Columbus to CHS, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
July is a busy month for travelling. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Columbus
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Fly without interruptions from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). Direct flights from Columbus to Charleston International Airport (CHS) can be booked from here.
Breeze Airways is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Columbus to Charleston International Airport taking off from CMH.
The top choice among passengers flying between CMH and CHS is Breeze Airways.
CMH is around 16 kilometres from central Columbus. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to John Glenn Columbus International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Columbus to Charleston International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
When it comes to John Glenn Columbus International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find CMH at 4600 International Gateway.
Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK)
You can get to LCK from the centre of Columbus in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 23 kilometres or so.
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75% of flights departing Rickenbacker International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Reserve a hotel near CHS if you have a late flight from Columbus to Charleston International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Columbus to Charleston International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
Central Charleston is around 19 kilometres from Charleston International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbus to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
₹ 4,644 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Columbus to Charleston International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 9,295. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Columbus to CHS, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Cheap Columbus to Charleston International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Columbus to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
December is the quietest month for flights from Columbus to Charleston International Airport (CHS), while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Charleston based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Columbus to CHS plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Charleston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Columbus to Charleston International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC and 17ºC.
More about Charleston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Charleston right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Columbus to Charleston International Airport:
Your visit to Charleston should come with a side of sightseeing. Major attractions that should be on your list include International African American Museum, Fort Sumter National Monument and Charleston City Market.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Charleston. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, head for Fayetteville, roughly 257 kilometres northeast of Charleston. Airborne and Special Operations Museum, Fayetteville Transportation Museum and David McCune International Art Gallery are among its highlights.
