About Charleston, SC

Charleston was founded in 1670 in honor of King Charles II of England and its name was changed to its current form in 1783. It has roughly 120,000 residents with around 700,000 in the metropolitan area. Some of the characteristics that make Charleston stand out is its rich history, as well as its well preserved architecture. Conde Nast Traveler, according to its 2014 Readers’ Choice Awards, named Charleston, S.C., America’s friendliest city for the second year in a row. It was also recognized for its natural beauty, history, culture, and food scene.

Popular Destinations in Charleston

Looking for activities once your private jet arrives in Charleston? Charleston has a number of attractions for visitors. Here are several to consider:

Guided Tours: There are many guided tours offered in Charleston to learn more more about the city. The vast majority of such tours are themed, including history tours, ghost tours, harbor tours, and Gullah tours. Visitors can partake in these guided tours via several means of transport, including going on foot, on a schooner, and on a horse-drawn carriage.

Charleston Culinary Events: There are many cultural and food-related events held on a regular basis in Charleston. Some of the culinary tours are guided. One can also take part in some of the cooking classes and seminars that are regularly held in the city.

Visiting a Charleston Area Plantation: The city has been home to a large number of plantations, where visitors explore the history of plantations and landmarks in the country. Some of the specific plantations, include the Middleton Place, the Drayton Hall, the Boone Hall Plantation and the Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. The Middleton Place is an 18th century facility.

The Charleston Museum Mile: Located on a one-mile section of Meeting Street, you will not only find six museums, but also four parks, five nationally renowned historic houses, and historic houses of worship and public buildings, such as City Hall.

Fort Sumter National Monument: This is a facility that is operated by the National Park Service. It offers three sites that visitors can visit, including Fort Sumter, which is a historic coastal defense, Fort Moultrie and the Visitor Education Center at Liberty Square.

Luxury Lodging in Charleston

Seeking luxury accommodations once your private jet has arrived in Charleston? Some of the luxury hotels you can stay at in Charleston, S.C. include:

• Belmond Charleston Place
• French Quarter Inn
• HarbourView Inn
• Market Pavilion Hotel
• Planters Inn
• Renaissance Charleston Historic District Hotel
• The Mills House Wyndham Grand Hotel
• The Restoration on King
• The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort
• The Vendue
• Wentworth Mansion
• Wild Dunes Resort

Airports In or Nearby Charleston For Private Jets

Interested in a private jet charter to Charleston, South Carolina? There are numerous airports in Charleston that can be used for both private and commercial purposes, including these:

• Charleston International Airport (CHS): This is an airport located in North Charleston. It is the state’s busiest airport, serving more than three million passengers annually on average. The airport is located around 12 miles from downtown Charleston. It is home to the Boeing South Carolina Facility, which manufactures the Boeing 787. The airport is operated by the Charleston County Aviation Authority.
• Charleston Executive Airport (JZI): This airport is located around 11 miles southwest of the Charleston central business district. It serves general aviation needs, but not commercial airlines. This makes it an ideal airport for people using private charter and personal jets. The airport serves an average of 150 flights per day.
• Charleston Municipal Airport (09M): This is a reliever airport for all the surrounding airports. It handles an average of 109 flights per week, and is popular with personal jet and private charter clients. 84 percent of operations at the airport are general aviation.
• Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR): This is an international airport located in Myrtle Beach. The latter is known to be home to more than 100 golf courses, making it an ideal location for business and pleasure. The airport is located three miles from Myrtle Beach.
• Mount Pleasant Regional Airpor (OSA): This is an airport that is located 16 miles from Charleston. It covers an area of 300 acres and has one asphalt runway. It serves an average of 80 aircraft a day.
• Lowcountry Regional Airport (RBW): Lowcountry Regional Airport is located 52 miles from Charleston. It is categorized as a general aviation facility and does not serve commercial airlines. This has made it popular with private jet users.
• Beaufort Country Airport (ARW): This airport is located three miles southeast of Beaufort. It is also categorized as a general aviation facility. It is located on a 110 acre piece of land, and has one runway.
• Hilton Head Airport (HXD): This is the only airport in the Hilton Head Island, and serves both general aviation and commercial flights. It handles an average of 90 aircraft a day.