Charleston International Airport (CHS) Taxis

Upon arrival at Charleston International Airport, make sure not to leave your personal belongings at the facility.

Several transport options available at the CHS include rental cars, hotel shuttle services, rideshares, buses, and taxis.

Taxis at Charleston International Airport

Please proceed to the Ground Transportation Center in front of the airport terminal building. Taxis are outside the Baggage Claim area.

A taxi ride to Charleston city center takes 20 to 25 minutes.

Depending on how far into the city center you want to go, you can expect prices to range from $30.00-$40.00 on average for a taxi to downtown Charleston.

If you need to travel outside the city area, please consult your driver for rates. It is customary to give the driver a tip (15-20% of the fare) for good service.

Keep a record of the cab company, vehicle number, and driver's name when traveling to and from the airport, just in case you leave something behind.

Hotel Shuttle Services at Charleston International Airport

Many hotels in downtown Charleston city provide shuttle services though some might require prior reservations. Please confirm if this service is available at your hotel.

To get to your transport vehicle at the facility, please proceed to the Ground Transportation Center.

Note that fares may vary for this service. Passengers are advised to call the hotel front desk for further information.

It is also customary to give the driver a tip ($5.00 – $10.00 depending on the length of the ride, plus $1.00 per bag if the driver helps you with your luggage).

Ride Shares at Charleston International Airport

Rideshares are available at Charleston International Airport.

Once you’ve requested your ride, exit out of the Baggage Claim area and follow the signs to the covered shelter across both roadways. You can meet your vehicle at this spot.

Passengers can reserve rideshare by downloading the company’s app on their smartphone and coordinating directly with their driver. They can also request a ride a few days before their flight to avoid the inconvenience.

Ridesharing apps should let users verify the identity of drivers by checking out their faces, license plates, and colors.

Finally, if you ever feel uncomfortable, you are not under any obligation to climb into someone’s vehicle.