Charleston Airport (CHS) with Kids: Every Family Facility, Mapped
The short answer
Charleston International has two nursing suites, one before security between baggage carousels 2 and 3 and one past security in Concourse B, and baby changing stations in most men's and women's restrooms. CHS lists no children's play area, family restroom, sensory room, family lane or stroller rental.
Every fact on this page checked against official sources on Oct 28, 2026
Velivolo family score
Fair
Kids' play areas
Not confirmed
None listed by CHS
Nursing rooms
2 suites
Baggage claim and Concourse B
Family restrooms
Not confirmed
Changing stations in most restrooms
Sensory room
Not confirmed
Therapy dogs and Sunflower instead
Stroller rental
Not confirmed
Not mentioned by CHS
Charleston is a compact one-terminal airport that covers feeding and changing without fuss. There are two nursing suites, one in baggage claim before security and one past security in Concourse B, and CHS says most men's and women's restrooms have baby changing stations, so either parent can handle a change. There's no play area or sensory room, but Paws for Takeoff therapy dogs visit, and Sunflower lanyards are free at Guest Services.
- Charleston International has two nursing suites: pre-security between baggage carousels 2 and 3, and post-security in Concourse B.
- CHS says baby changing stations are in most of its men's and women's restrooms.
- The CHS TSA checkpoint opens daily at 3:30am and runs until 9:30pm or the last departure.
- Free Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyards and bracelets are available at the CHS Guest Services Desk across from Central Hall.
- CHS Check n' Go offers curbside bag check for Alaska, American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest and United.
Velivolo family score
Fair
Scored on published facilities, not opinion.
CHS lists no children's play area.
Two nursing suites (one each side of security) and changing stations in most men's and women's restrooms.
One checkpoint opening at 3:30am with published wait forecasts; no family lane.
A compact single terminal with two concourses.
CHS publishes no family details for its restaurants.
Paws for Takeoff therapy dogs and free Sunflower lanyards, but no sensory room.
Facility matrix
Every Family Facility at Charleston Airport, at a Glance
Terminal, gate, which side of security, hours and cost — in one place. Where Charleston Airport publishes nothing, we say so rather than guess.
| Facility | Status | Terminals | Security side | Hours | Age limit | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Children's play area | Unconfirmed | – | – | – | Unknown | |
Nursing suite 2 locations | Available | Baggage claim, Concourse B | Both sides | Not published | – | Free |
Family restroom | Unconfirmed | – | – | – | Unknown | |
Baby changing table | Available | Most men's and women's restrooms | Both sides | Terminal hours | – | Free |
Sensory room | Unconfirmed | – | – | – | Unknown | |
Family security lane | Unconfirmed | – | – | – | Unknown | |
Stroller rental | Unconfirmed | – | – | – | Unknown | |
Dedicated family lounge | Unconfirmed | – | – | – | Unknown |
Charleston International's amenities and accessibility pages list no children's play area.
Verified Oct 28, 2026 · Charleston Airport: Amenities & LoungeCHS has two nursing suites: one before security between baggage carousels 2 and 3, and one past security in Concourse B.
Verified Oct 28, 2026 · Charleston Airport: Amenities & LoungeCharleston International's site doesn't list family or companion restrooms.
Verified Oct 28, 2026 · Charleston Airport: AccessibilityCHS says baby changing stations are available in most of its men's and women's restrooms.
Verified Oct 28, 2026 · Charleston Airport: AccessibilityNo sensory room appears on CHS's site; it offers Sunflower lanyards and Paws for Takeoff therapy dogs.
Verified Oct 28, 2026 · Charleston Airport: AccessibilityCHS's security page lists the main checkpoint, PreCheck and Touchless ID but no family lane.
Verified Oct 28, 2026 · Charleston Airport: Security CheckpointNo stroller rental appears on CHS's amenities page, only $6 luggage carts, so bring your own.
Verified Oct 28, 2026 · Charleston Airport: Amenities & LoungeCHS lists no family lounge; The Club is a paid shared-use lounge open to all passengers.
Verified Oct 28, 2026 · Charleston Airport: Amenities & LoungePlay
Play Areas at Charleston Airport
Charleston Airport has no open play area. Here is what the airport publishes instead, and what we could not confirm.
Feeding
Nursing Suites at Charleston Airport
All 2 locations with the gate each one sits beside — the detail that decides whether you can actually reach it.
Between carousels 2 and 3
Main terminal · Baggage claim
CHS publishes no access method or feature list.
Main terminal · Concourse B
CHS publishes no access method or feature list.
Changing
Family Restrooms at Charleston Airport
Security
Getting Through Charleston Airport Security With Kids
Family lane
CHS publishes no family security lane. The TSA checkpoint opens daily at 3:30am and runs until 9:30pm or the last departure, with hourly wait forecasts on CHS's security page (typically under 15 minutes). CHS recommends arriving 90 minutes to two hours before departure. Free Sunflower lanyards and bracelets are at the Guest Services Desk across from Central Hall, and TSA Cares can help if you call 72 hours ahead.
Strollers and car seats
Strollers, baby carriers and car seats go through the X-ray, and anything too large is inspected by hand. Take your child out and carry them through the walk-through metal detector.
Formula, milk and baby food
Formula, breast milk and baby food are allowed over 3.4 oz (100 ml) and do not need to fit in the quart bag. Tell the officer at the start of screening and take them out of your bag.
Shoes and jackets
Children 12 and under can leave their shoes, light jackets and headwear on during screening.
TSA PreCheck with kids
Children 12 and under can use the TSA PreCheck lane with an enrolled parent or guardian. Teens 13 to 17 on the same reservation can too, if the PreCheck indicator appears on their boarding pass.
Charleston Airport With a Stroller, Step by Step
- 1
Curbside check-in
CHS Check n' Go lets you check bags at the curb on Alaska, American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest and United.
Arrive 90 minutes to two hours before departure.
- 2
At the checkpoint
Fold the stroller for the X-ray and carry your child through the metal detector. The checkpoint opens at 3:30am.
Pick up a Sunflower lanyard at Guest Services if needed.
- 3
Feeding and changing
The Concourse B nursing suite is past security, and most men's and women's restrooms have changing stations.
- 4
At the gate
Gate-check rules for strollers are set by your airline, not by Charleston Airport. Check your carrier before you fly.
Charleston International publishes nothing about stroller rental. Luggage carts are $6 in baggage claim near carousel 1 and on the parking deck ground floor.
Not published by Charleston Airport; set by each airline.
Transfers
Getting Around Charleston Airport With Children
None needed (single terminal)
CHS has one terminal with Concourses A and B. The Guest Services Desk is across from Central Hall. Each concourse has an accessible elevator for aircraft boarding, and boarding bridges provide level entry. There are 2,000 outlets and USB ports for charging devices.
Layover playbook
What to Do on a Charleston Airport Layover With Kids
What to actually do, by how long you have.
Feed and change
- 1The Concourse B nursing suite is past security.
- 2Most men's and women's restrooms have changing stations.
- 3Charge devices at one of 2,000 outlets.
Look for the therapy dogs
- 1Paws for Takeoff dogs visit the terminal.
- 2Pack activities: there is no play area.
- 3The Club sells day passes if you want a quieter space.
Checkpoint opens at 3:30am
- 1Use CHS Check n' Go at the curb.
- 2Wait forecasts are on the CHS security page.
- 3The baggage claim nursing suite is before security.
Know your rights
What Charleston Airport Owes Your Family by Law
Lactation rooms
As a medium hub, CHS falls under the FAM Act's requirement for a non-restroom lactation space past security. Its Concourse B nursing suite meets that.
Changing tables
CHS says most men's and women's restrooms have baby changing stations.
Milk and formula
TSA's national rule applies at Charleston Airport: formula, breast milk and baby food are allowed over 3.4 oz (100 ml) and do not need to fit in the quart bag. Declare them at the start of screening.
Boarding
Family boarding is set by your airline, not by Charleston Airport. Check your carrier before you fly.
If the facility is not there
Ask a Guest Services Specialist at the desk across from Central Hall. For screening help, call TSA Cares at (855) 787-2227 at least 72 hours ahead.
Verified Oct 28, 2026 · FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (FAM Act), H.R. 302Questions
Charleston Airport With Kids: Common Questions
Does Charleston airport have a kids' play area?
CHS doesn't list one. Its amenities page covers nursing suites, the shared lounge, pet relief areas, carts and the Paws for Takeoff therapy dog programme, which kids usually love, but no play area.
Where can I breastfeed or pump at CHS?
Charleston International has two nursing suites. One is before security in baggage claim, between carousels 2 and 3. The other is past security in Concourse B. CHS doesn't publish hours or features.
Are there changing tables at Charleston airport?
Yes. CHS says baby changing stations are in most of its men's and women's restrooms, so either parent can do a change. The airport doesn't list dedicated family restrooms.
Does CHS have a sensory room?
CHS's site doesn't list one. It takes part in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, with free lanyards and bracelets at the Guest Services Desk across from Central Hall, and its Paws for Takeoff therapy dogs help create a calm atmosphere.
What time does security open at Charleston?
The CHS TSA checkpoint opens daily at 3:30am and runs until 9:30pm or the last departure. Its security page shows hourly wait forecasts, usually under 15 minutes. CHS recommends arriving 90 minutes to two hours before departure.
Can I rent a stroller at Charleston airport?
CHS doesn't mention stroller rental. Luggage carts are $6 in baggage claim near carousel 1 and on the parking deck. Bring your own stroller and gate-check it under your airline's rules.
Can we check bags at the curb at CHS?
Yes. CHS Check n' Go is the airport's curbside bag check for Alaska, American, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest and United, which saves standing in the ticket counter line with children.
What are the rules for formula and breast milk at CHS security?
TSA's national rules apply. Formula, breast milk and baby food are allowed in your carry-on above the 3.4 oz (100 ml) limit and don't need to fit in the quart bag. Tell the officer at the start of screening and take them out of your bag.
Verification
Sources and Verification
Every figure on this page traces to one of these. Checked Oct 28, 2026.
- 1Charleston Airport: Amenities & Lounge
Nursing suites, carts, therapy dogs and services · 2026
- 2Charleston Airport: Accessibility
Changing stations, Sunflower programme and TSA Cares · 2026
- 3Charleston Airport: Security Checkpoint
Checkpoint hours and wait forecasts · 2026
- 4TSA: Traveling with Children
National liquids, shoes and screening rules for children · 2026
- 5FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (FAM Act), H.R. 302
The legal basis for lactation space at medium and large hubs · 2018
Lia Tuso
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