Flying from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS): what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll fly out of in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS) taking off from here.
The timezone in Charleston is UTC-4, which is 15 hours behind Melbourne. Charleston International Airport is located in Charleston.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Melbourne to CHS.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your trip. When booking your flight from Melbourne to CHS, deselect 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is an option if you're setting off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
From central Melbourne, MEL is approximately 24 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
About Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CHS if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
Charleston International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from the centre of Charleston. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 28 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 3 hours and 36 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
For a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport, C$1,396 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip starting from C$1,578. These are the lowest fares right now but could change based on availability.
To find flight tickets from Melbourne to CHS, book early. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport.
Set up a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through push notifications or email. We'll let you know when prices drop. The right timing can be the key to finding flight tickets from Melbourne to CHS.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Charleston, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Charleston. The warmest month is July. Book your flights from Melbourne to CHS sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Charleston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Charleston right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport:
Rainbow Row and Fort Sumter National Monument are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Charleston travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Charleston City Market.
Complete your Charleston trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in Charleston and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
