Cheap Flights from Washington D.C. (WASA) to Charleston (CRW)

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

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Washington D.C. to Charleston: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Washington D.C. to Charleston below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Charleston.

Washington D.C. to Charleston: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£102
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 21 mins
Most popular airlinePSA Airlines
Average flights per week50

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Charleston: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington D.C. to Charleston is £194. 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.
1 hour and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Charleston.
PSA Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Washington D.C. to Charleston.
As of July 2026, there are 25 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Charleston.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Charleston is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Charleston Airport on Tuesday, 18 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 21 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 Charleston 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 Charleston is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW): What you need to know

  • Put your plans into motion at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), the main airport in Washington DC. Search for flights from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) that leave from this terminal.

  • Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport flight.

  • West Virginia International Yeager Airport is located in Charleston. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Washington DC.

  • The most popular route is from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW). You can pick from 7 direct services every week. American Airlines operates a 3:02pm departure between DCA and CRW.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Washington DC to CRW. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Going away during a peak month like July? Popular seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

  • Get to your destination in one go from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Direct flights from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) are available from here.

  • When taking off from DCA, you can take a direct flight from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport with American Airlines.

  • The preferred airline for passengers flying between DCA and CRW is American Airlines.

  • American Airlines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.

  • Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kms (4 miles) in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Have an early flight from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:

  • Of the flights that depart from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.

  • You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You can get to IAD from central Washington DC in approximately 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 40 kms (25 miles) or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Washington DC to CRW flight? Kick back in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:

  • When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.

  • The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

  • The journey to BWI from central Washington DC is around 50 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you about 40 minutes to cover the 48 kms (30 miles) or so.

  • Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:

  • Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive as expected. At BWI, that rate is 77%.

About West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW)

  • If you have a late flight from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near CRW:

  • Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.

  • The street address for CRW is 100 Airport Road, Suite 175.

Getting from West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW) to central Charleston

  • The centre of Charleston is roughly 3 kms (2 miles) from West Virginia International Yeager Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on time of day, so do some research before your trip.

  • Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 30 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW)

  • £102 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport. A return flight starts from £194. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Washington DC to CRW. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.

  • Cheap Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Washington DC to CRW.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW)

  • It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport (CRW). August is the busiest month to visit Charleston. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in December.

  • Before locking in your Washington DC to CRW plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Charleston, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 31ºC.

  • January has temperatures of between -8ºC and 8ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Washington DC to West Virginia International Yeager Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Charleston

Explore more of the United States

  • Charleston is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 209 kms (130 miles) northwest of Charleston, a visit to Columbus will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.

  • If you want to check out another great destination in the United States, head for Pittsburgh, roughly 274 kms (170 miles) northeast of Charleston. Carnegie Museum of Art, The Andy Warhol Museum and Point State Park Fountain are among its highlights.

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