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Port of Charleston, South Carolina – Transportation

How to get to Port of Charleston, South Carolina — rideshare, taxi, shuttle, and public transit options from nearby airports.

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✈️ What is the Closest Airport to Charleston Cruise Port?

Charleston International Airport is located only 10 minutes from the Union Pier Terminal and is serviced by the top US airlines, including Southwest and JetBlue. Compare rates on cheap flights to Charleston.


✈️ Charleston International Airport (CHS)

📍 5500 International Blvd, Charleston, SC 29418 — approx. 10 minutes from Union Pier Terminal

Serviced by top US airlines including Southwest and JetBlue — one of the most conveniently located airports to any cruise terminal in the Southeast.

🚕 Approx. taxi fare: ~$30 to downtown / near the port

🚗 Car Rentals in Charleston, SC

Most major car rental companies are available at the airport. The closest agencies to the cruise port are Avis and Enterprise.


🚌 Charleston Airport & Cruise Port Shuttles