CLE (Cleveland) to CHS (Charleston) flights arrive on time 85% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 85%. The average delay is 139 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.CLE → CHS
CLE (Cleveland) to CHS (Charleston)
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This route is usually on time. About 85% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from CLE
81% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CLE has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~14 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at CHS
80% on timeWhen flights into CHS are late, the average delay is 70 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at CHS: TSA is ~15 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
CHS has a 2.1% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.