Flying from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Charleston International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Austin is UTC-5, which is one hour behind Charleston.
Leave plenty of time to make your CHS to AUS flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Southwest Airlines offers direct flights from Charleston International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Austin — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.
Southwest Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charleston International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between CHS and AUS:
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Nashville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Currently, $112 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Charleston International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $246. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get cheap tickets from CHS to AUS, reserve your trip nine months ahead of your departure.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Charleston International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CHS to AUS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Charleston International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Charleston International Airport (CHS)
Charleston International Airport has a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CHS arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.5% of the time.
To reach Charleston International Airport from central Charleston, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 3 hours 35 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CHS? If you've booked an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Book a hotel near AUS if you're on a late Charleston International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Austin-Bergstrom International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Easirent and venture far and wide through Austin and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport around four weeks before traveling.
Getting from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to central Austin
You'll find AUS at 3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is approximately 19 kilometers from the center of Austin. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
July is the busiest month for flights from Charleston International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Austin in April.
The warmest month in Austin is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your flights from Charleston International Airport to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CHS to AUS in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC (37ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Houston is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Austin. Around 241 kilometers away to the east, popular attractions include The Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and Hermann Park.
Around 121 kilometers south-west of Austin, San Antonio is another favorite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at The San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio Missions National Historical Park and San Fernando Cathedral.