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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Charleston Airport to Houston? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from $192. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Houston

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

Direct flights from Charleston to Houston

Alternative Charleston to Houston routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Charleston to Houston? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Charleston to Houston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$175
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time2 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week94

Finding cheap flights from Charleston to Houston: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Houston: Houston Hobby, Houston George Bush Intercntl. and Houston Ellington Field.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Charleston to Houston is $175. 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 41 minutes is the average flight time from Charleston to Houston.
United, Southwest Airlines and Air New Zealand fly direct from Charleston to Houston.
There are 47 flights per week flying from Charleston to Houston, as of July 2026.
The cheapest month to fly from Charleston to Houston is usually August.
If you're flying from Charleston Airport, the cheapest airport near Houston is Houston George Bush Intercntl. – which is 24.9 km away from the center of Houston. We've found flights to this airport from $175.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Charleston Airport to Houston on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 41 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 Houston 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 Houston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 29°C. August is typically the warmest month in Houston, when it usually averages around 34°C. You can expect the least rain in March. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 6°C. The rainiest month is June.
Currently, Breeze Airways and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to Houston.

Traveling from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Houston: what you need to know

  • Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 35 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Charleston International Airport to Houston.

  • The timezone in Houston is UTC-6. The city is one hour behind Charleston, where Charleston International Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). You can choose from 14 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from CHS to IAH is the 06:30 United Airlines option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 17:14 with United Airlines.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your CHS to Houston flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Traveling during a peak time such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Begin your trip at CHS and fly nonstop to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Charleston International Airport to Houston tickets.

  • United Airlines is a well-known carrier that offers direct flights from Charleston International Airport to Houston.

  • CHS is around 16 kilometers from central Charleston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Charleston International Airport to Houston? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to CHS:

  • Of all flights leaving Charleston International Airport, 79% arrive on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Houston

  • $100 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Charleston International Airport to Houston flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $175. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from CHS to Houston if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

  • If you have flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Charleston International Airport to Houston ticket.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CHS to Houston by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Charleston International Airport to Houston by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Airports in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

  • Central Houston is located around 19 kilometers from Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). After your flight from Charleston International Airport to Houston has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 20 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take about 50 minutes on public transport.

  • Following your CHS to Houston flight, rest your head at a hotel close to HOU. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Snap up the best price by booking your ride from HOU four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.

  • Houston Hobby Airport is located at 7800 Airport Boulevard.

Best time to go to Houston

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Charleston International Airport to Houston. July is the busiest month to visit Houston. If you want a quieter atmosphere, go in January.

  • Lock in a Charleston International Airport to Houston plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CHS to Houston around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Houston

  • Start your Houston trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Charleston International Airport to Houston, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Houston Museum of Natural Science, The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building and The Menil Collection are major attractions which should be on every Houston itinerary.

Explore more of the United States

  • Houston is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometers west of Houston, a trip to San Antonio will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.

  • If you're looking to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Dallas, roughly 370 kilometers north of Houston. Meyerson Symphony Center, Winspear Opera House and Dallas Museum of Art are among its highlights.

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