How to get from Charleston Airport to Kiawah Island

Fern Coll

Travel Writer/World Explorer

April 18, 2022

Kiawah Island is a stunning barrier island located on the Atlantic coast of the United States. Known for its world-class golf and stunning beaches, Kiawah Island is home to many spacious villas, long stretches of white sand and quaint beach style attractions. If you’re a golfer or simply looking for somewhere to relax in South Carolina, Kiawah Island is the destination for you.

Unfortunately, there’s only one transfer option when it comes to travelling from Charleston airport to Kiawah island, taking a Charleston Airport taxi. The journey will take around 55 minutes, depending on traffic, and will cost approximately $90 (€82) before tips.

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Comparison of the options

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OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
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Taxi	€82	55min	24/7

How to get from Charleston Airport to Kiawah Island by taxi

Unless you’re looking to rent a car for the duration of your stay in Charleston, the only way to get from Charleston airport to Kiawah Island is by taking a Charleston Airport taxi. The journey time is just 55 minutes and the average cost of a taxi is around $90 (€82).

How much is a taxi shuttle from Charleston Airport to Kiawah Island?

The local drivers at Charleston airport will use a taximeter to calculate the cost of your shuttle from Charleston airport to Kiawah Island. The average cost is approximately $90 (€82), but this could increase depending on the level of traffic, the time of day you’re travelling and your exact destination on Kiawah Island.

Cost

$90 (€82)

Trip Duration

55 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Charleston Airport.

Where do I find a taxi?

As soon as you exit the baggage claim at Charleson airport, you will see the taxi rank just in front of you. You can walk to the front vehicle and tell the driver your destination.

Convenience

Taking a Charleston Airport taxi is a quick, easy and comfortable way to get from Charleston airport to Kiawah Island. You can simply walk out of the airport Terminal, hop into a private car, and be dropped off at your hotel in under an hour. Plus, taking a private taxi shuttle from Charleston airport to Kiawah Island also means that your personal belongings and loved ones will be safe throughout the journey.

Editor’s Note

If you'd prefer a flat rate for your transportation from Charleston Airport to Kiawah Island, we suggest booking your taxi in advance with Welcome Pickups.

Useful Tips

You can fit up to 4 passengers in a Charleston Airport taxi as standard.

The journey is quite long, so be sure to bring water and a light snack with you.

Ensure your driver resets the taximeter before you begin your journey and ask about any surcharges that may be added.

Frequently asked questions

What's the distance from Charleston airport to Kiawah Island?

The distance from Charleston airport to Kiawah Island is 54 km. So, if you’re taking a Charleston Airport taxi, the journey time shouldn’t be longer than 55 minutes in light traffic.

How much is a taxi from Charleston airport to Kiawah Island?

There’s no set-rate fare given by the local taxi drivers from Charleston airport to Kiawah Island and surcharges may apply. However, the average cost is around $90 (€82). If you’d feel more comfortable with a flat rate you can rely on, you can book your transportation from Charleston Airport to Kiawah Island in advance with Welcome Pickups.

How much is an Uber from Charleston airport to Kiawah island?

The cost of an Uber from Charleston airport to Kiawah Island is around $90 (€82). However, driver availability isn’t guaranteed and this price can change depending on the demand and time of day. If you’d prefer the peace of mind that comes with a never-changing set-rate fare and a guaranteed on-time pickup, you can book your transfer in advance with Welcome Pickups.

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