$138 Cheap Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Charleston (CRW)

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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Charleston (PHL-CRW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $138 for one-way flights and $276 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Charleston (CRW)
Origin airport
Philadelphia Intl.
Destination airport
Yeager
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Roundtrip price
$276
Distance
356 mi

Philadelphia to Charleston Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Philadelphia to Charleston

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Philadelphia to Charleston are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Charleston with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Charleston

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Charleston: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Philadelphia to Charleston

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Charleston in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $138 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Philadelphia to Charleston flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Philadelphia to Charleston airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to CRW last minute?
Booking your flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Yeager Airport (CRW) at the last minute could save you some dough if you’re lucky to find a good deal. However, fares generally don’t get cheaper as the date of departure nears. If you hold off, flights could also be booked up or the best seats taken (don’t get stuck in the middle!). If you’d rather err on the side of caution, book well in advance of the date you want to leave. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest deals up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred airline hasn’t released its fares yet, check back regularly as offers are updated on Expedia all the time.
What airports do you fly into for Charleston from Philadelphia?
You can zip from Philadelphia to Charleston via Yeager Airport (CRW) and Raleigh County Memorial Airport (BKW). Come in to land at Yeager Airport (CRW) and you’ll be about 3 mi to the northeast of the center of Charleston. Leave your bags at your hotel and then check out some of the city’s top sights, like West Virginia State Capitol Building and University of Charleston.
Can I change the date of my flight from Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) to Yeager Airport?
You can easily make changes to your Philadelphia Airport to Yeager Airport ticket by logging in to the Expedia Trips portal. But before doing so, review the fare conditions in your itinerary to find out what the airline will let you do and what charges may apply. Some airlines charge a change fee per person, plus any difference in ticket prices. However, if you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel for free and organize new flights. You can also head to our Customer Service portal for more handy information and to chat with our Virtual Agent.

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