Travelling from Houston to Charleston International Airport (CHS): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the ideal departure point for your flight from Houston to Charleston International Airport (CHS). Explore your options for setting off from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), two of the city's main airports.
2 hours 35 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Houston to Charleston International Airport flight.
Charleston International Airport is located in Charleston. The city operates on the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Houston.
With 13 direct flights a week between the two airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Charleston International Airport (CHS) is the busiest route. United Airlines operates the earliest flight at 12:10pm. If you'd like to get more out of your day before leaving, the latest departure from IAH to CHS is with United Airlines at 7:09pm.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Houston to CHS. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can hop on a direct flight from Houston to Charleston International Airport (CHS) leaving from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
United Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Houston to Charleston International Airport taking off from IAH.
Most travellers choose to fly with United Airlines between IAH and CHS.
United Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route, with 87.74% of its services landing on schedule.
Travelling from central Houston to IAH takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Charleston International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
78.42% of flights that depart George Bush Intercontinental Airport make it to their destination on time.
IAH's address is 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
Prefer to leave from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)? Direct Houston to Charleston International Airport (CHS) flight tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
From HOU, direct flights from Houston to CHS are offered by Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the top choice for travellers flying from HOU to CHS.
Flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Charleston International Airport are generally more punctual with Southwest Airlines compared to other carriers.
You can get to HOU from central Houston in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Houston to CHS flight? Unwind in a hotel near William P. Hobby Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Most flights that depart William P. Hobby Airport touch down at their destination within the expected time frame. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 81.06%.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Charleston International Airport (CHS)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Charleston International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CHS instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Charleston International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Charleston's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around one week before your Houston to Charleston International Airport flight.
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
The centre of Charleston is about 16 kilometres from Charleston International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
It takes roughly 3 hours 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
ج.م. 4,515 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Houston to Charleston International Airport. Return flights start at ج.م. 9,212. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Houston to CHS. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
July is when most people book flights from Houston to Charleston International Airport (CHS). Plan your visit to Charleston in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
Lock in a Houston to CHS flight ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Charleston to range from 24ºC to 32ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Houston to Charleston International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC and 17ºC.
More about Charleston
Start your Charleston trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Charleston International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your Charleston trip won't be complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions you won't want to miss include Downtown Charleston, French Quarter District and International African American Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Charleston has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States you should also see. About 274 kilometres north of Charleston, a trip to Charlotte will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Charleston, Fayetteville is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Airborne and Special Operations Museum and Fayetteville Transportation Museum.
