Flying from Sacramento to Charleston International Airport (CHS): What you need to know
Charleston is three hours ahead of Sacramento. Charleston International Airport is located in Charleston, which is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Your flight from Sacramento to CHS won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Going away during a peak time like July? Busy periods (like spring break and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
SMF is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 50 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you're searching for somewhere to stay before your flight from Sacramento to Charleston International Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a short ride from Sacramento International Airport.
Sacramento International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart SMF arrive at their destination on time.
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Sacramento to SCK in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 72 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 55 minutes.
Like to add an extra day to your holiday? Consider staying at a hotel near Stockton Metropolitan Airport the night before your Sacramento to CHS flight. Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast by IHG and Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton have your room at the ready.
59% of flights taking off from Stockton Metropolitan Airport meet their expected arrival time.
SCK is located at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
About Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Have a late flight from Sacramento to Charleston International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near CHS and turn out the lights sooner:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Sacramento to Charleston International Airport flight.
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
From Charleston International Airport, central Charleston is around 19 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Right now, R 2,892 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sacramento to Charleston International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 5,619. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Sacramento to CHS. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Sacramento to Charleston International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Sacramento to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
December is the quietest month for flights from Sacramento to Charleston International Airport (CHS), while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Charleston based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Sacramento to CHS plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Charleston, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Sacramento to Charleston International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Charleston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Charleston right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Sacramento to Charleston International Airport:
Your trip to Charleston won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that should be on your list include International African American Museum, Fort Sumter National Monument and Charleston City Market.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Charleston, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel about 274 kilometres north to Charlotte to tick off its popular sights. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 257 kilometres northeast of Charleston, Fayetteville is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Airborne and Special Operations Museum, Fayetteville Transportation Museum and David McCune International Art Gallery.
