Flying from Dayton International Airport (DAY) to Charleston Airport (CHS): what you need to know
Charleston's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Dayton.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your DAY to CHS flight.
During popular months such as November, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dayton International Airport to Charleston Airport. These are the top stopovers between DAY and CHS:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport
Handy information about Dayton International Airport (DAY)
DAY is located at Terminal Building.
Of all flights leaving Dayton International Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
Dayton International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Dayton. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near DAY? If you've booked an early flight from Dayton International Airport to Charleston Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Charleston Airport (CHS)
Consider staying in a hotel near CHS if you're catching a late Dayton International Airport to Charleston Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Charleston Airport rental car and explore Charleston and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ace Rent a Car, Budget and Alamo are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Charleston Airport around one week before you set off.
When to fly to Charleston Airport (CHS)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Dayton International Airport to Charleston Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Charleston. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Dayton International Airport to Charleston Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Charleston, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from DAY to CHS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 17ºC on average.
Explore more of the United States
Charleston has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres south-west of Charleston, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Charlotte is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres north of Charleston. No journey is complete without seeing Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame.
