Which airports can I use when flying from Chattanooga to Columbia?

Flights from Chattanooga to Columbia usually depart from Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chattanooga to Columbia?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chattanooga to Columbia.

Which airports do connecting flights from Chattanooga to Columbia pass through?

Connecting flights from Chattanooga to Columbia most commonly pass through: • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 73% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 27% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chattanooga to Columbia?

On the Chattanooga to Columbia route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 49%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $406 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $787: a $381 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Chattanooga to Columbia?

A nonstop flight from Chattanooga to Columbia takes 0h 00m, covering 244 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chattanooga to Columbia?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Chattanooga to Columbia changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $387 to $1,413. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Chattanooga to Columbia looking right now?

One-way fares from Chattanooga to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $499, which is 73% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chattanooga to Columbia?

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 11m, compared with 3h 52m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

What car rental options are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?

Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include: • Alamo • Thrifty • Dollar • Enterprise Rent-A-Car • Avis

How much should I expect to pay for a Chattanooga to Columbia flight?

Round-trip flights from Chattanooga to Columbia range from $406 to $594, with an average of $475 over the past 12 months. Anything below $406 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chattanooga to Columbia?

Delta ($387) and American Airlines ($457) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Chattanooga to Columbia according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Chattanooga to Columbia?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) is the most popular layover for the Chattanooga to Columbia route. 73% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ATL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Chattanooga to Columbia?

Flights via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $475. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chattanooga to Columbia which airport offers the shortest layover?

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) had the shortest average connection time for Chattanooga to Columbia layovers at 124 minutes over the past 3 months.

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$387

Typical prices: $406-$594

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Typical prices: $267-$379

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Cheapest • Avg $475 (round-trip)

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Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15

5:35 am - 9:30 amCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

3h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:40 am - 9:21 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

3h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$387Delta

Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6

2:50 pm - 8:10 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

5h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:10 am - 2:10 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

4h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$397Delta

Fri, Oct 16 - Thu, Oct 22

6:40 am - 9:30 amCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

2h 50m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

5:40 am - 9:21 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

3h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$397Delta

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

6:25 pm - 9:23 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

2h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:19 pm - 11:39 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

4h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$397Delta

Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16

5:35 am - 10:43 amCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

5h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:19 pm - 11:39 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

4h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$437Delta

Sat, Sep 26 - Wed, Sep 30

4:09 pm - 9:00 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 51m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

10:12 am - 1:53 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

3h 41m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$457American Airlines

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

5:30 am - 9:45 amCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

4h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

5:25 pm - 8:51 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

3h 26m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$477American Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18

7:59 pm - 11:56 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

3h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

7:00 am - 10:26 amCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

3h 26m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$502American Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26

5:38 pm - 1:51 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

20h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:17 am - 9:07 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

10h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$717United Airlines

Sat, Jan 23 - Tue, Jan 26

10:41 am - 9:03 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-CAE Columbia Metropolitan

10h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:40 pm - 4:58 pmCAE Columbia Metropolitan-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

26h 18m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$722United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chattanooga to Columbia?

Round-trip flights from Chattanooga to Columbia start at $387. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $406 to $594. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $387 on Delta.

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Cheapest flight	$273

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Which airports can I use when flying from Chattanooga to Columbia?
Flights from Chattanooga to Columbia usually depart from Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA) and arrive at Columbia Metropolitan (CAE).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chattanooga to Columbia?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chattanooga to Columbia.
Which airports do connecting flights from Chattanooga to Columbia pass through?
Connecting flights from Chattanooga to Columbia most commonly pass through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 73% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 27% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chattanooga to Columbia?
On the Chattanooga to Columbia route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 49%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $406 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $787: a $381 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How long is a flight from Chattanooga to Columbia?
A nonstop flight from Chattanooga to Columbia takes 0h 00m, covering 244 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chattanooga to Columbia?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Chattanooga to Columbia changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $387 to $1,413. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Chattanooga to Columbia looking right now?
One-way fares from Chattanooga to Columbia are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $499, which is 73% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chattanooga to Columbia?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 11m, compared with 3h 52m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).
What car rental options are available at Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)?
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $27 for economy cars. Top options include:
• Alamo
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Avis
How much should I expect to pay for a Chattanooga to Columbia flight?
Round-trip flights from Chattanooga to Columbia range from $406 to $594, with an average of $475 over the past 12 months. Anything below $406 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $406 - about $381 less than Monday (48% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chattanooga to Columbia trip for August. Fares historically average $356 round-trip in that month - typically $431 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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