Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Charleston

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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Charleston

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Charleston? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Charleston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Charleston flights are currently cheapest in April.

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Charleston

Los Angeles International to Charleston: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Charleston below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Charleston.

Los Angeles to Charleston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$282
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time4 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineBreeze Airways
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Charleston: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Charleston is $282. 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.
4 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Charleston.
Breeze Airways flies direct from Los Angeles International to Charleston.
As of March 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Charleston.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Charleston is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Charleston Airport on Tuesday, 29 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 58 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 Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Charleston International Airport (CHS): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Charleston International Airport takes on average 4 hours 45 minutes. The timezone in Charleston is UTC-4, so it's 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • Each week, there are 2 flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Charleston International Airport. The earliest flight from LAX to CHS is at 09:21 and the last is at 23:00.

  • Peak months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Christmas will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. Be on the safe side and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Charleston International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LAX and CHS include:

    • Denver International Airport

    • Chicago Midway International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

  • Once you've booked cheap ticket from LAX to CHS, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't required since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another identity document, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Charleston International Airport is $125. The cheapest price for a return flight is $282. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Get cheap flight tickets from LAX to CHS by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Charleston International Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from LAX to CHS. You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have fallen. We'll tell you when there's a change in price.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Charleston International Airport.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Travelling from central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport takes approximately 54 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to LAX? If you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Charleston International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Charleston International Airport (CHS)

Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston

  • Charleston International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Charleston. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 28 minutes.

  • Getting there by public transport takes around 3 hours and 36 minutes.

When to fly to Charleston International Airport (CHS)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Charleston International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Charleston. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Charleston is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Charleston International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from LAX to CHS sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Charleston

  • If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Charleston right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from LAX to CHS:

  • There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Rainbow Row, Fort Sumter National Monument and Charleston City Market are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Charleston itinerary.

Complete your Charleston trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Charleston International Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Charleston.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.