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$148+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Chattanooga (CHA)

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ORD — CHA
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Chattanooga

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(Delta)

One-way from

$148
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$336

Good round-trip deal

$289 or less

Good one-way deal

$213 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Chattanooga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/91:08 pmMDW - CHA
1 stop3h 41mDelta
Sun 5/115:45 amCHA - MDW
1 stop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 3/27$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/911:05 amORD - CHA
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Sun 5/115:45 amCHA - ORD
1 stop3h 44mDelta
Deal found 3/27$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/21:23 pmORD - CHA
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/58:10 pmCHA - ORD
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$209
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:00 amSTL - CHA
1 stop3h 09mDelta
Sun 5/115:45 amCHA - STL
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/28$229
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/115:26 amSTL - CHA
1 stop4h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/159:01 amCHA - STL
1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/102:06 pmORD - CHA
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/175:34 pmCHA - ORD
Nonstop2h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/183:37 pmPIA - CHA
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/228:22 pmCHA - PIA
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$284
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/171:47 pmORD - CHA
1 stop27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/209:51 pmCHA - ORD
1 stop9h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/138:10 amSTL - CHA
1 stop4h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/155:10 pmCHA - STL
2 stops20h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$482
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/206:29 pmSPI - CHA
2 stops17h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/228:20 pmCHA - SPI
2 stops17h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$816

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Chattanooga that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Chattanooga that are best for you.

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ChicagoChattanooga

MDW - CHA

MDWCHA

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/9

1:08 pm-5:49 pm

1 stop3h 41m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 5/11

5:45 am-9:40 am

1 stop4h 55m

$189

ChicagoChattanooga

ORD - CHA

ORDCHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/9

11:05 am-5:49 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 5/11

5:45 am-8:29 am

1 stop3h 44m

$189

ChicagoChattanooga

ORD - CHA

ORDCHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/2

1:23 pm-6:57 pm

1 stop4h 34m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Mon 5/5

8:10 pm-12:11 am

1 stop5h 01m

$209

St. LouisChattanooga

STL - CHA

STLCHA

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 5/7

6:00 am-10:09 am

1 stop3h 09m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 5/11

5:45 am-9:00 am

1 stop4h 15m

$229

St. LouisChattanooga

STL - CHA

STLCHA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 4/11

5:26 am-11:25 am

1 stop4h 59m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Tue 4/15

9:01 am-12:53 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$239

ChicagoChattanooga

ORD - CHA

ORDCHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/10

2:06 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 5/17

5:34 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop2h 16m

$249

PeoriaChattanooga

PIA - CHA

PIACHA

Greater Peoria

Fri 4/18

3:37 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Tue 4/22

8:22 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop4h 34m

$284

ChicagoChattanooga

ORD - CHA

ORDCHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/17

1:47 pm-5:47 pm

1 stop27h 00m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 4/20

9:51 pm-6:33 am

1 stop9h 42m

$336

St. LouisChattanooga

STL - CHA

STLCHA

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 9/13

8:10 am-1:26 pm

1 stop4h 16m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Mon 9/15

5:10 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops20h 33m

$482

SpringfieldChattanooga

SPI - CHA

SPICHA

Springfield Capital

Fri 6/20

6:29 pm-1:28 pm

2 stops17h 59m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 6/22

8:20 pm-12:37 pm

2 stops17h 17m

$816

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Chattanooga

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Chattanooga

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Chattanooga?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Chattanooga (average of $323). Flying from Illinois to Chattanooga in June is currently the most expensive (average of $446). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IL to CHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Chattanooga. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Chattanooga as you normally would.

Rainfall in Chattanooga by month

Plan your trip to Chattanooga by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chattanooga ranges from 3.3 - 5.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Chattanooga when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in Chattanooga by month

Plan your trip to Chattanooga by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chattanooga, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chattanooga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chattanooga. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chattanooga. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Illinois to Chattanooga by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois to Chattanooga. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chattanooga from Illinois?

    For a flight from Illinois to Chattanooga, you will be flying into Lovell Field. Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA) is just 6.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Chattanooga?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Chattanooga Lovell Field, Chicago Midway - Chattanooga Lovell Field or Lambert-St Louis - Chattanooga Lovell Field when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Chattanooga.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Illinois to Chattanooga?

    Consider GoJet (77%), United Airlines (72%) or SkyWest Airlines (68%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Chattanooga.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Chattanooga?

    On average you can expect to pay $313 for a flight from Illinois to Chattanooga. The cheapest flight overall is $194 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Chattanooga Lovell Field) is currently priced at $189.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Illinois to Chattanooga that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Illinois to Chattanooga flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Illinois to Chattanooga?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Illinois to Chattanooga.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Illinois to Chattanooga?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Chattanooga by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Chattanooga?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Chattanooga (average of $323). Flying from Illinois to Chattanooga in June is currently the most expensive (average of $446). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Illinois to Chattanooga

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Chattanooga. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$187Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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