Charleston airport (CHS)
Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.
Passenger Guide
Charleston International Airport (CHS), opened in 1929, is South Carolina’s busiest airport and an economic engine for the region. In addition to an extensive network of domestic flights, it offers international connections to destinations in Canada.
Official Website: iflychs.com
Information Phone: +1 843 767 7000
Terminal
The airport has a single passenger terminal operating 24 hours a day, fully modernized and renovated in 2016. Boarding is organized through two concourses: Concourse A and Concourse B.
Annual Passenger Traffic: 6.2 million passengers in 2024, setting an all-time record.
Information Desks
The main information and visitor services desk is located in the main hall, in the arrivals area, before baggage claim. The airport also has a team of volunteers who offer assistance to travelers.
Location
The airport is located in North Charleston and is approximately 12 miles (19 km) northwest of downtown Charleston.
See MapWhat services does Charleston airport (CHS) facilities include
The airport has ATMs, postboxes, plugs for electronic devices, public telephones and Wi-Fi access free of charge. The Club CHS lounge is found on the second level, near concourse B, and opens from 5:30 am to 7:30 pm; it offers workstations, printers, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, TV, refreshments, drinks (access with Priority Pass, LoungeKey or Diners Club membership, or by paying at the door - USD45.00)
Food and Drinks
There are restaurants, bars and fast food outlets, especially in the Departures area.Shopping
Stores selling souvenirs, books, newspapers and magazines, clothing, electronics.Baggage
Luggage carts for USD4.00 in the baggage reclaim area and on the first floor. The lost and found office is handled by the county aviation authority (Tel +1 843 767 7070).Other Services
Nursing rooms.Car rental agencies
Counters in the Rental Car Pavilion, near the baggage recollection area.
Alamo (Tel +1 843 556 1255 / 800 522 9292 - 7:00 am to 1:00 am)
Avis (Tel +1 843 767 7030 / 800 331 1212 - 8:00 am to 0:00 am)
Budget (Tel +1 843 552 1771 / 800 527 0700 - 8:00 am to 0:00 am)
Dollar (Tel +1 843 501 7163 / 800 800 4000 - 4:00 am to 1:00 am)
Enterprise (Tel +1 843 767 1109 / 800 261 7331 - 7:00 am to 1:00 am)
Hertz (Tel +1 843 767 4550 / 800 654 3131 - Mondays through Fridays from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm, Saturdays from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm)
National (Tel +1 843 767 3078 / 800 227 7368 - 7:00 am to 1:00 am)
Thrifty (Tel +1 843 556 1255 / 800 522 9292 - 4:00 am to 1:00 am)
Parking services at Charleston airport (CHS)
There are areas for short- and long-term parking (maximum of 30 days) in front of the passenger terminal and a passenger pick-up zone (Cell Phone Waiting Area) at the entrance to the enclosure. Valet parking service at the end of the baggage reclaim area. More information: Tel +1 843 767 7026. Rates
Hourly Deck - Covered and outdoor spaces for short stays.
Daily Deck - Multi-story facility for long stays.
Surface Lot - Economy, outdoor parking.
Facilities for passengers with special needs
Facilities include ramps, lifts, relief areas for service animals, bridges to board and descend from the airplanes, adapted restrooms and telephones, and designated parking spaces. There are accessible cabs and shuttles. Passengers requiring wheelchairs or special assistance should inform their airline about their needs in advance.
Latest updates: November 17, 2025
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