Travelling from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Charleston Airport (CHS): what you need to know
The timezone in Charleston is UTC-5, which is five hours behind Edinburgh.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to CHS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Edinburgh Airport to Charleston Airport. Here are the top stopovers between EDI and CHS:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Charleston Airport (CHS)
Currently, $895 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Charleston Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $1,342. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from EDI to CHS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Charleston Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from EDI to CHS.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Edinburgh Airport to Charleston Airport.
Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Edinburgh Airport, data shows 73% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Edinburgh Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Charleston Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to EDI:
Arriving at Charleston Airport (CHS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Edinburgh Airport to Charleston Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CHS instead:
Pick up a Charleston Airport rental car and explore Charleston and beyond with your own wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Budget and Alamo are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Charleston Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Charleston Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
Charleston Airport to central Charleston has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Charleston Airport (CHS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Charleston Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Charleston in March.
The warmest month in Charleston is July, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Edinburgh Airport to Charleston Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to CHS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Charleston. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
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.
