Cheap Flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston

Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Charleston.

Chicago to Charleston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 4,434
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week141

Finding cheap flights from Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston is ج.م.‏ 8,868. 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.
2 hours and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston.
American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Envoy Air fly direct from Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston.
As of July 2025, there are 141 flights per week flying from Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare International to Charleston is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Charleston Airport on Wednesday, 1 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 21 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 Charleston 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 Charleston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United offers the cheapest flight tickets to Charleston.

Flying from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Charleston International Airport (CHS): what you need to know

  • Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from O'Hare International Airport to Charleston International Airport.

  • Charleston's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Charleston one hour ahead of Chicago.

  • Flights from ORD to CHS start from 07:10 — the first with United Airlines. The last departure is at 19:35 with United Airlines. Overall, there are 38 weekly O'Hare International Airport to Charleston International Airport flights.

  • Leave enough time to catch your ORD to CHS flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • American Airlines is your gateway to discovering Charleston (and maybe even some other exciting parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from O'Hare International Airport to Charleston International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • American Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • American Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for ORD to CHS flights, with 93.75% of services landing on schedule.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from O'Hare International Airport to Charleston International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ORD and CHS include:

    • Nashville International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)

  • At the moment, ج.م.‏ 4,434 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way O'Hare International Airport to Charleston International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م.‏ 8,868. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from ORD to CHS, reserve your trip six months before your planned departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Charleston International Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from ORD to CHS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from O'Hare International Airport to Charleston International Airport.

Handy information about O'Hare International Airport (ORD)

  • ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.

  • Of all flights leaving O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To reach O'Hare International Airport from central Chicago, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near ORD? If you're catching an early flight from O'Hare International Airport to Charleston International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Charleston International Airport (CHS)

Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston

  • Charleston International Airport to central Charleston has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you around 3 hours 35 minutes.

When to fly to Charleston International Airport (CHS)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from O'Hare International Airport to Charleston International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Charleston in April.

  • When booking your flight from O'Hare International Airport to Charleston International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Charleston, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ORD to CHS in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC and 17ºC then.

Explore more of United States

  • Charleston has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres south-west of Charleston, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.

  • Around 290 kilometres north of Charleston, Charlotte is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.

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