Which airport should I fly into for Charleston?

For long-haul and international flights, Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) is the main gateway near Charleston. The closest airport, Lowcountry Regional Airport (RBW), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Charleston?

The nearest is about 42 mi (68 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Charleston?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Charleston

The closest airports to Charleston, South Carolina: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Charleston, South Carolina is Lowcountry Regional Airport (RBW), about 42 mi (68 km) away — roughly 1 hr 16 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR).

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
RBW	Lowcountry Regional AirportWalterboro, United States	42 mi / 68 km	1 hr 16 min	Regional
BFT	Beaufort County AirportBeaufort, United States	48 mi / 77 km	1 hr 26 min	Regional
GGE	Georgetown County AirportGeorgetown, United States	51 mi / 82 km	1 hr 31 min	Regional
ADR	Robert F Swinnie AirportAndrews, United States	52 mi / 84 km	1 hr 34 min	Regional
HHH	Hilton Head AirportHilton Head Island, United States	59 mi / 95 km	1 hr 46 min	Regional
OGB	Orangeburg Municipal AirportOrangeburg, United States	71 mi / 115 km	2 hr 8 min	Regional
MYR	Myrtle Beach International AirportMyrtle Beach, United States	85 mi / 137 km	1 hr 59 min	International
SAV	Savannah Hilton Head International AirportSavannah, United States	86 mi / 139 km	2 hr	International

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Lowcountry Regional Airport (RBW) is the most convenient at about 42 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) (85 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Charleston. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with RBW.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near RBW saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Charleston is Lowcountry Regional Airport (RBW), about 42 mi (68 km) away — roughly 1 hr 16 min by road.