Flying from Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Charleston Airport (CHS): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Charleston Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Charleston is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Austin.
Your AUS to CHS flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Charleston Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Charleston — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Southwest Airlines on this route.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Charleston Airport. These are the top stopovers between AUS and CHS:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Nashville Airport
Houston Hobby Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS) to Charleston Airport (CHS)
$182 is currently the best price for a one-way Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Charleston Airport flight. A return flight starts from $349. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from AUS to CHS by booking at least one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Charleston Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from AUS to CHS.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Charleston Airport.
Handy information about Austin-Bergstrom Airport (AUS)
AUS is located at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
77% of flights that take off from Austin-Bergstrom Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Austin-Bergstrom Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Austin. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near AUS? If you're catching an early flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Charleston Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Charleston Airport (CHS)
If you're landing on a late Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Charleston Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near CHS:
Travel at your own pace with a Charleston Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Alamo and discover more of Charleston and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Charleston Airport around one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Charleston Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
Charleston Airport to central Charleston has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Charleston Airport (CHS)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Charleston Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Charleston. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Austin-Bergstrom Airport to Charleston Airport for July if you want to explore Charleston during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AUS to CHS in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Charleston, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Journey about 322 kilometres south-west to Jacksonville to tick off its leading attractions. From St. John's Cathedral to Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 290 kilometres north of Charleston, Charlotte is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
