Flying from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Charleston Airport (CHS): what you need to know
Charleston's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Durham.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your RDU to CHS flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Charleston Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between RDU and CHS:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU) to Charleston Airport (CHS)
R 1,252 is currently the best price for a one-way Raleigh / Durham Airport to Charleston Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,162. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RDU to CHS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Charleston Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Raleigh / Durham Airport (RDU)
78% of flights leaving from Raleigh / Durham Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Durham to Raleigh / Durham Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Charleston Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near RDU:
Arriving at Charleston Airport (CHS)
If you have a late Raleigh / Durham Airport to Charleston Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near CHS:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Charleston Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Charleston's main sights.
Booking your ride from Charleston Airport about one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Charleston Airport (CHS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Charleston Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Charleston in March.
Book your flight from Raleigh / Durham Airport to Charleston Airport for July if you want to visit Charleston during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RDU to CHS in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around 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 discovered once you've taken in the sights of Charleston. Around 322 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United States, head for Charlotte, about 290 kilometres north of Charleston. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame are among its highlights.
