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Flight deals from Charleston to Philadelphia

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Charleston Airport to Philadelphia? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 4,087. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Philadelphia.R 1,702 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Sep.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Charleston on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,702, select.
Philadelphia.R 1,918 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Charleston on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,918, select.
Philadelphia.R 2,132 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Jul.One-way flight with Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Charleston on Thu, 16 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,132, select.
Philadelphia.R 2,438 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct.One-way flight with Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from Charleston on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,438, select.
Philadelphia.R 2,609 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Charleston on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,609, select.
Philadelphia.R 2,630 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Charleston on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,630, select.
Philadelphia.R 4,092 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Jun.One-way flight with British Airways.Outbound direct flight with British Airways departs from Charleston on Thu, 25 Jun, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,092, select.
Philadelphia.R 6,854 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from Charleston on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,854, select.
Philadelphia.R 7,100 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Charleston on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Philadelphia International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,100, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Charleston to Philadelphia flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jun
from R 2,630
Jul
from R 2,132
Aug
from R 1,918
Sep
from R 1,702
Oct
from R 2,438
Nov
from R 7,100
Dec
from R 2,609
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Direct flights from Charleston to Philadelphia

Alternative Charleston to Philadelphia routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Charleston to Philadelphia? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Philadelphia International

11km from central Philadelphia
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from R 1,702
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Blue Bell

22km from central Philadelphia
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Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer

47km from central Philadelphia
from R 2,331
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Greater Wilmington

49km from central Philadelphia
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Atlantic City International

75km from central Philadelphia
Cheapest
from R 1,022
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Allentown

81km from central Philadelphia
from R 2,779
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Charleston to Philadelphia: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,702
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 54 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week95

Finding cheap flights from Charleston to Philadelphia: Frequently asked questions

There are 6 airports in Philadelphia: Philadelphia International, Blue Bell, Philadelphia Trenton-Mercer, Greater Wilmington, Atlantic City International, and Allentown.
The best price we found for a return flight from Charleston to Philadelphia is R 3,368. 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.
1 hour and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Charleston to Philadelphia.
American Airlines, Qatar Airways and PSA Airlines fly direct from Charleston to Philadelphia.
As of June 2026, there are 95 flights per week flying from Charleston to Philadelphia.
The cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Philadelphia is usually August.
If you're flying from Charleston Airport, the cheapest airport near Philadelphia is Philadelphia International – which is 11.2 km away from the centre of Philadelphia. We've found flights into this airport from R 3,368.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Charleston Airport to Philadelphia on Wednesday, 26 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 54 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In June, the average temperature is usually around 21°C. July is typically the warmest month in Philadelphia, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -5°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Breeze Airways and American Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Philadelphia.

Flying from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Philadelphia: what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Charleston International Airport to Philadelphia and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours.

  • Philadelphia and Charleston (where Charleston International Airport is located) are in the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • With 22 weekly flights between the two airports, Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:40. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight from CHS to PHL is with Frontier Airlines at 20:26.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your CHS to Philadelphia flight.

  • Flying during a popular month such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Direct Charleston International Airport to Philadelphia tickets are available for booking. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is where you'll be touching down.

  • Be on the lookout for promotions from American Airlines. This carrier operates direct flights from Charleston International Airport to Philadelphia.

  • The journey from central Charleston to CHS takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a hotel close to CHS? If you're boarding an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Philadelphia, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

  • Of the departures from Charleston International Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Philadelphia

  • R 1,702 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Charleston International Airport to Philadelphia flight. A return ticket right now is R 3,368. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • To find cheap flights from CHS to Philadelphia, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Charleston International Airport to Philadelphia across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's an even better deal on cheap flights from CHS to Philadelphia.

  • Snag an affordable flight from Charleston International Airport to Philadelphia with the help of our filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Philadelphia

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to central Philadelphia takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 30 minutes.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Charleston International Airport to Philadelphia. Book one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:

  • Reserving your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from CHS to Philadelphia can help you get the lowest rate.

  • The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.

Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)

  • The centre of Philadelphia is about 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). After your flight from Charleston International Airport to Philadelphia has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should take about 40 minutes.

  • The journey will take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near TTN. Kick back and get cosy after your CHS to Philadelphia flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from TTN four weeks ahead of time often means lower prices and a bigger choice of vehicles.

  • The address for Trenton-Mercer Airport is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.

Best time to go to Philadelphia

  • December is the quietest month for flights from Charleston International Airport to Philadelphia, while July is the busiest. Find the ideal time to go to Philadelphia based on whether you prefer a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your Charleston International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Philadelphia, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from CHS to Philadelphia around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Philadelphia

Explore more of the United States

  • Philadelphia will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, a trip to New York will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.

  • Boston is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. No journey is complete without seeing Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.

Plan the rest of your trip from Charleston to Philadelphia

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