# CHS — Charleston International Airport > Machine-readable reference for CHS. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/chs HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/chs Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/chs.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/CHS.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-02T20:06:14.986+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: Charleston International Airport - IATA: CHS - ICAO: KCHS - City: Charleston - Country: US (US) - Timezone: America/New_York - Distance from city: 19 km (12 mi) NW of Charleston - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 1 - Annual passengers: 5.3M - Official website: https://iflychs.com ## Overview Welcome Charleston International Airport (CHS) is an unexpected gem where local flavor meets efficiency. Unlike many airports of its size, CHS offers a culinary treat with Gullah-inspired dishes by Food Network’s Kardea Brown and craft brews from Park Circle's Commonhouse Aleworks right at your fingertips. Travelers appreciate its modern, airy atmosphere and the quiet refuge of The Club CHS lounge, providing a surprisingly polished experience not often found in small regional airports. At a glance Handling over 5.3 million passengers annually, Charleston International serves as a gateway to South Carolina's Lowcountry region. The airport features a single Main Terminal, conveniently located 19 kilometers (12 miles) northwest of downtown Charleston. Despite its compact size, CHS accommodates major airlines like American, Delta, and Southwest, making it a key connector in the southeastern United States. Terminals & layout CHS comprises a single Main Terminal, streamlining arrivals and departures. Once past security, travelers find themselves in a central marketplace area, with gates branching out in a straightforward layout. This design minimizes confusion and makes it easier to navi… ## Terminals (1) - **Main Terminal** — airlines: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, JetBlue, Allegiant Air, Frontier Airlines, Silver Airways URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/terminals/main ## Dining (18) - **Ashley Cooper Provisions** — 05:00-last departure URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/ashley-cooper-provisions - **Auntie Anne’s** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/auntie-anne-s - **Burger King** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/burger-king - **Caviar & Bananas** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/caviar-bananas - **Charleston Beer Works** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/charleston-beer-works - **Chick-fil-A** — Main Terminal · $ · Mon-Sat 04:00-21:00; Sun closed URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/chick-fil-a - **Cinnabon** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/cinnabon - **Commonhouse Aleworks** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/commonhouse-aleworks - **DeSano Pizza Bakery** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/desano-pizza-bakery - **Harvest & Grounds** — 05:00-last departure URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/harvest-grounds - **Jack Nicklaus Golden Bear Grill** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/jack-nicklaus-golden-bear-grill - **Jack’s Cosmic Dogs** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/jack-s-cosmic-dogs - **Jersey Mike’s Subs** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/jersey-mike-s-subs - **Jumpin’ Jack’s Java** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/jumpin-jack-s-java - **Kardea Brown’s Southern Kitchen** — $$ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/kardea-brown-s-southern-kitchen - **Moe’s Southwest Grill** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/moe-s-southwest-grill - **Samuel Adams Brewhouse** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/samuel-adams-brewhouse - **Starbucks** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/restaurants/starbucks ## Lounges (1) - **The Club CHS** — Main Concourse · access: Main Concourse, Priority Pass + day pass · day pass: $60 · 04:10-20:30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/lounges/the-club-chs ## Shops (14) - **12th & River** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/12th-river - **Books & More** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/books-more - **Duty Free Americas** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/duty-free-americas - **Evolve by Hudson** — Main URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/evolve-by-hudson - **Hudson** — Main URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/hudson - **Hudson Nonstop** — Main URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/hudson-nonstop - **InMotion** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/inmotion - **Lowcountry Souvenirs** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/lowcountry-souvenirs - **Palmetto Market** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/palmetto-market - **Southern Tide** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/southern-tide - **Sunglass Hut** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/sunglass-hut - **Tech on the Go** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/tech-on-the-go - **The Luggage Store** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/the-luggage-store - **The Market at Charleston** URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/shops/the-market-at-charleston ## Parking (5) - **Daily Parking Garage** — Long stay · $17/day, $5 per hour/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/parking/daily-parking-garage - **Economy Lot** — Remote · $13/day, $5 per hour/hr · 0.3 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/parking/economy-lot - **Hourly Parking Garage** — Short stay · $21/day, $3 per hour/hr · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/parking/hourly-parking-garage - **Overflow Lot** — Remote · $13/day, $5 per hour/hr · 0.5 mi URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/parking/overflow-lot - **Valet Parking** — Valet · $25/day · next to terminal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/parking/valet-parking ## Ground transport (8) - **Charleston Area Regional Transportation Authority Route 11** — Local bus · 45 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/transport/charleston-area-regional-transportation-authority-route-11 - **Hotel Shuttles** — Courtesy van · 10 · 0 · 30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/transport/hotel-shuttles - **Lyft** — Rideshare · 27 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/transport/lyft - **Private Car Service** — Pre-booked sedan/SUV URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/transport/private-car-service - **Rental Car Center** — On-site car rental · 20-30 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/transport/rental-car-center - **Rideguru/Other App-Based Ride Services** — Rideshare-style service URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/transport/rideguru-other-app-based-ride-services - **Taxi Queue** — Metered taxi · 5-10 · 35 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/transport/taxi-queue - **Uber** — Rideshare · 20-25 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/chs/transport/uber ## Insider tips - _Insider_: Spot The Club CHS just past Chick-fil-A after security; many walk by without realizing there's an upstairs lounge. - _Local_: Kardea Brown’s Southern Kitchen in Central Marketplace lets you sample Gullah dishes without stepping outside the airport. - _Time_: Clear security first during morning or afternoon rush to avoid unexpected backlogs, then head back for food. - _Money_: Evolve by Hudson's quick purchase options make it ideal for efficient last-minute shopping. - _Avoid_: Chick-fil-A is closed on Sundays; plan accordingly if you have a craving for their menu. - _Quiet_: Need a quiet spot? Try seating near Harvest & Grounds in Central Marketplace, past security. - _Insider_: Priority Pass holders should leverage The Club CHS for seat-side food ordering and refreshments, bypassing concourse crowds. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/CHS.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/chs/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/chs/departures — HTML page with live departures