Flights from San Francisco to Charleston
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Charleston

Track economy fares on the SFO → CHS route and get alerts when prices drop.

From
San Francisco
SFO
To
Charleston
CHS

Route Intelligence: San Francisco → Charleston

Flight Duration

5 hr 31 min (Direct)

Price Guidance

A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.

Peak Season

Mar-May, Sep-Nov

Top Airlines

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines

Booking Tip

Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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Set your target price and FlightKitten will scan this route twice daily. The instant economy fares drop below your budget, you'll get an email with the price, airline, and a direct booking link.

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Route Summary: San Francisco → Charleston

From
San Francisco (SFO)
To
Charleston (CHS)
Duration
5 hr 31 min (Direct)
Airlines
United Airlines, Alaska Airlines
Price Guide
A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.
Tracking
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Route Briefing: San Francisco to Charleston

Trading the Pacific coast for the historic charm of the South Carolina Lowcountry takes about 5 hours and 10 minutes across 2,400 miles. Delta, United, and American connect SFO with Charleston International Airport (CHS).

Charleston is celebrated for its pastel antebellum mansions along Rainbow Row, horse-drawn carriage tours, and world-renowned Lowcountry cuisine. Walk along the scenic waterfront Battery promenade, browse sweetgrass baskets in the historic Charleston City Market, and dine on stone-ground grits and fresh local shrimp at Husk or FIG. For a relaxing beach day, the tranquil shoreline of Sullivan's Island is just a short drive from downtown.

Roundtrip economy tickets under $170 are a great deal, while standard fares range from $250 to $390. Spring azalea blooms from March to May and warm autumn days represent peak travel windows. Book 6 to 8 weeks ahead for the best economy seat availability.

How much are flights from San Francisco to Charleston in 2026?

Flight prices from San Francisco (SFO) to Charleston (CHS) vary significantly depending on the season, day of the week, and how far in advance you book. A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+. Popular carriers on this route include United Airlines, Alaska Airlines. FlightKitten eliminates the guesswork by monitoring 220+ airlines twice daily and alerting you the moment economy fares hit your target price.

How does FlightKitten track San Francisco to Charleston fares?

FlightKitten is an economy flight price monitoring platform that scans 220+ airlines twice every day for economy fares on the SFO to CHS route. When you set a target price, FlightKitten continuously monitors this route and sends an email alert the moment fares drop below your budget. Each alert includes the exact fare, airline, dates, and an AI-powered briefing that explains whether the deal is genuinely good compared to historical pricing on this route. No more obsessive price checking — set your budget and let FlightKitten do the watching. Learn more about how FlightKitten tracking works.

See our full Charleston destination guide for all available routes. Also popular: San Francisco to Anchorage.

Pro tip: Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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