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$288+ Cheap flights from Chattanooga to San Diego (CHA - SAN)

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CHA — SAN
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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The best prices from Chattanooga Lovell Field to San Diego are usually found in August or January, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$288
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$526
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chattanooga Lovell Field-San Diego flight deals.
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From Chattanooga Lovell Field to San Diego
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/1711:05 amCHA - SAN
1 stop10h 37mDelta
Wed 1/810:30 pmSAN - CHA
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/17$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/197:23 amCHA - SAN
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/69:55 pmSAN - CHA
1 stop9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/175:39 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop7h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/97:00 amSAN - CHA
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$478
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/268:34 amCHA - SAN
2 stops16h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/182:10 pmSAN - CHA
2 stops19h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$841

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ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Tue 2/11

6:26 am-10:22 am

1 stop6h 56m

San Diego

Tue 2/25

9:52 am-9:29 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$288

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 5/10

6:45 am-2:51 pm

2 stops11h 06m

San Diego

Sat 5/17

8:47 am-11:01 pm

2 stops11h 14m

$357

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 5/9

4:30 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop9h 33m

San Diego

Fri 5/16

10:10 pm-10:18 am

1 stop9h 08m

$403

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Wed 12/25

1:28 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$329

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Mon 12/23

12:21 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops13h 08m

$504

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Deals found on 12/18

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

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chattanooga-San Diego flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Chattanooga-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Chattanooga to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chattanooga to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Chattanooga to San Diego is 52 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 Chattanooga to San Diego?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chattanooga to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Chattanooga to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 CHA to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Chattanooga to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chattanooga to San Diego in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chattanooga to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chattanooga to San Diego. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chattanooga to San Diego flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines from Chattanooga to San Diego have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $288. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $357 and $403, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chattanooga to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Chattanooga to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 Chattanooga to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$263Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$287Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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