Flying from Tampa to Charleston International Airport (CHS): What you need to know
Start planning your holiday by looking up the best place to catch your flight from Tampa to Charleston International Airport (CHS). Explore your options for setting off from Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), the city's main airports.
Take a direct Tampa to Charleston International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Charleston (where Charleston International Airport is located) and Tampa share the UTC-4 timezone. You'll have no time difference to factor in for your trip.
The most popular route is from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Charleston International Airport (CHS). You can pick from 3 direct services each week. Breeze Airways operates a 7am departure between TPA and CHS.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Tampa to CHS.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
You can jump on a direct flight from Tampa to Charleston International Airport (CHS) leaving from Tampa International Airport (TPA).
When leaving from TPA, you can catch a direct flight from Tampa to Charleston International Airport with Breeze Airways.
Most travellers prefer to fly with Breeze Airways between TPA and CHS.
Travelling from central Tampa to TPA takes about 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 13 kms (8 miles) in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Tampa to Charleston International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to Tampa International Airport:
78.59% of flights leaving from Tampa International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
The address for TPA is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in about 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 29 kms (18 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Got an early start? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport the day before your Tampa to CHS flight:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.01%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights departing from this airport reach their destination on time.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Charleston International Airport (CHS)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tampa to Charleston International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CHS instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Charleston International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ace Rent a Car, Budget or Alamo and explore beyond Charleston's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around one week ahead of your Tampa to Charleston International Airport flight.
Getting from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to central Charleston
Charleston International Airport to central Charleston is around 10 miles. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 3 hours 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
£39 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Charleston International Airport. Return flights start from £68. These prices can change depending on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tampa to CHS. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Charleston International Airport (CHS)
April is the quietest month for flights from Tampa to Charleston International Airport (CHS), while July is the most popular. Find the ideal time to go to Charleston based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Tampa to CHS plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Charleston to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tampa to Charleston International Airport in January when temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Charleston
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Charleston right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Charleston International Airport:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Downtown Charleston, French Quarter District and International African American Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Charleston.
Explore more of the United States
Charlotte is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Charleston. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the north, its top attractions include Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) north-east of Charleston, Fayetteville is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Airborne and Special Operations Museum and Fayetteville Transportation Museum.