Travelling from Orlando to Charleston International Airport (CHS): What you need to know
Begin your travels at one of Orlando's main airports, Orlando International Airport (MCO) or Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). Explore your options for booking a flight from Orlando to Charleston International Airport (CHS) jetting off from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 25 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Orlando to Charleston International Airport flight.
Charleston (where Charleston International Airport is located) and Orlando share the UTC-4 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
The busiest route is from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Charleston International Airport (CHS). Choose from 2 direct services every week. Breeze Airways operates a 7am departure between MCO and CHS.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Orlando to CHS. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Orlando International Airport (MCO) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Orlando to Charleston International Airport (CHS) operate out of this terminal.
When taking off from MCO, you can catch a direct flight from Orlando to Charleston International Airport with Breeze Airways.
Breeze Airways sees the most traveller bookings for flights from MCO to CHS.
To get to MCO from central Orlando, it takes about 20 minutes to drive the 32 kilometres or so.
In search of a convenient hotel close to Orlando International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Orlando to Charleston International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
78.28% of flights that leave from Orlando International Airport land at their destination on time.
MCO is located at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
You can get to SFB from the centre of Orlando in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Orlando to CHS flight, stay in one of these hotels near Orlando Sanford International Airport:
Orlando Sanford International Airport has an on-time performance of 69.11%. This figure reflects how often flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
About Charleston International Airport (CHS)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Orlando to Charleston International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CHS instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Charleston International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Alamo to explore Charleston and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Orlando to Charleston International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
Charleston International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Charleston. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 3 hours 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
₹ 5,049 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Orlando to Charleston International Airport. A return flight starts from ₹ 10,112. These prices may change based on demand.
To snap up cheap flights from Orlando to CHS, book your flight ticket three months before your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap Orlando to Charleston International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Orlando to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Picture the kind of break you want when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Charleston. July is when most people book flights from Orlando to Charleston International Airport (CHS), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Lock in a Orlando to CHS flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Charleston to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
January has temperatures of between 4ºC and 17ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Orlando to Charleston International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Charleston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Charleston right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Orlando to Charleston International Airport:
Downtown Charleston and French Quarter District are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Charleston travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to International African American Museum.
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 taken in the sights of Charleston. Around 274 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Charleston, Fayetteville is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Airborne and Special Operations Museum and Fayetteville Transportation Museum.