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$109+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Chattanooga (SAN - CHA)

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SAN — CHA
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to Chattanooga Lovell Field are usually found in September or March, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Chattanooga

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$247
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$109
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$451
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Chattanooga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Chattanooga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 4/246:15 amSAN - CHA
1 stop11h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/279:51 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop15h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$220
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Wed 8/2711:51 amSAN - CHA
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/318:21 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/13$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Tue 6/2411:22 amSAN - CHA
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Thu 6/263:09 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop9h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/14$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Tue 4/298:45 amSAN - CHA
2 stops11h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/312:14 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop9h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/14$344

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Chattanooga that are best for you.

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San DiegoChattanooga

SAN - CHA

SANCHA

San Diego

Thu 4/24

6:15 am-9:01 pm

1 stop11h 46m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 4/27

9:51 pm-10:25 am

1 stop15h 34m

$220

San DiegoChattanooga

SAN - CHA

SANCHA

San Diego

Tue 6/24

11:22 am-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Thu 6/26

3:09 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$277

San DiegoChattanooga

SAN - CHA

SANCHA

San Diego

Tue 4/29

8:45 am-11:00 pm

2 stops11h 15m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 5/3

12:14 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$344

San DiegoChattanooga

SAN - CHA

SANCHA

San Diego

Fri 4/25

10:45 pm-8:36 am

1 stop6h 51m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 4/27

6:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop7h 01m

$419

San DiegoChattanooga

SAN - CHA

SANCHA

San Diego

Sun 5/4

8:29 am-9:01 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$109

San DiegoChattanooga

SAN - CHA

SANCHA

San Diego

Tue 7/1

11:22 am-9:50 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$170

San DiegoChattanooga

SAN - CHA

SANCHA

San Diego

Sun 4/27

10:45 pm-8:36 am

1 stop6h 51m

$245

San DiegoChattanooga

SAN - CHA

SANCHA

San Diego

Sun 5/4

7:25 pm-11:29 am

2 stops13h 04m

$330

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Deals found on 4/14

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Chattanooga flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Chattanooga flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Chattanooga flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Chattanooga flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Diego-Chattanooga flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Chattanooga

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Chattanooga

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Chattanooga?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Chattanooga. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to Chattanooga is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chattanooga (average of $323). Flying from San Diego 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 SAN to CHA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 April 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Diego to Chattanooga is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

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 April 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from San Diego to Chattanooga have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,658 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,918 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to Chattanooga round-trip?

    Currently priced at $247, American Airlines will fly you from San Diego to Chattanooga and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $277 and $339, respectively. These flights start at 45% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Chattanooga one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $170. American Airlines flights start at $245 while deals on United Airlines start at $330 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Chattanooga?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Chattanooga?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Chattanooga (average of $323). Flying from San Diego 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 San Diego to Chattanooga

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 April 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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