Travelling from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS): What you need to know
Charleston International Airport is located in Charleston. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is 16 hours behind Melbourne.
Your flight from Melbourne to CHS won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling over a peak time such as December? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Melbourne to CHS, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is an option when leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
The journey from central Melbourne to MEL takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kms (15 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
68% of flights leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kms (35 miles) from central Melbourne. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to CHS flight is far easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will have you a quick ride from check-in.
Flights from Avalon Airport are known for their punctuality, with 80% of them touching down right on cue.
About Charleston International Airport (CHS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CHS instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Charleston International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Alamo and chase adventure across Charleston and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride around one week ahead of your Melbourne to Charleston International Airport flight.
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
Central Charleston is around 19 kms (12 miles) from Charleston International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
£841 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport. A return flight starts at £891. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to CHS if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Melbourne to Charleston International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
April is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport (CHS). Visit Charleston in September if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Charleston is July, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 32ºC. Book your Melbourne to CHS plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 17ºC.
More about Charleston
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Charleston right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Charleston International Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in Charleston when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at International African American Museum followed by Charleston Harbour Tours and Port of Charleston.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Charleston, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey around 274 kms (170 miles) north to Charlotte to check off its top attractions. From Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) northeast of Charleston, Fayetteville is another favourite stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Airborne and Special Operations Museum and Fayetteville Transportation Museum.
