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Cheapest round-trip
$222
Typical prices: $249-$384
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/24Mon 10/29
ORD - CHA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$279
Typical prices: $249-$386
American Airlines
Mon 10/22Wed 10/24
ORD - CHA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 52m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 26% price drop
Most popular
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Cheapest • Avg $223 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 40m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Chattanooga (ORD-CHA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Chattanooga

Sat, Oct 24 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:04 am - 8:39 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
23h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:59 am - 3:37 pmCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 38m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$222Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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8:00 am - 6:14 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
9h 14m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:00 pm - 12:38 pmCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
18h 38m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$269Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 20 - Sat, Nov 28
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 8:53 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 53mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:50 am - 8:00 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 10mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 1:14 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 49mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
5:52 pm - 7:05 pmCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 13mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Sun, Oct 4
American Airlines Logo
1:39 pm - 4:30 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 51mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:11 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 11mnonstop
$279American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
American Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 11:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 51mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 11:10 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 10mnonstop
$279American Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
9:05 pm - 11:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 51mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 11:10 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 10mnonstop
$279American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
United Airlines Logo
2:16 pm - 5:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 54mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 7:55 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 10mnonstop
$279United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 2:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
6h 40m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 pm - 11:57 pmCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$299Delta
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Oct 20
Delta Logo
1:55 pm - 10:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
7h 05m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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2:50 pm - 7:11 pmCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
5h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$299Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 64% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga at $219 round-trip.
  • May ($339) and June ($329) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 54% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$123
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
Flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Chattanooga

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl to Chattanooga based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Chattanooga. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $223 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $295 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 44% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $274 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $487, a difference of $213. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 20%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:50 am and lands at 8:42 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 1:47 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 52m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 25% above the route average of $296. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga takes 1h 52m, covering 501 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

    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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga 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 $222 to $1,854. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $186, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 40m, compared with 4h 51m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 4h 52m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Chattanooga?

    Chattanooga is 1 hour ahead of Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Chattanooga Lovell Field Airport (CHA)?

    Chattanooga Lovell Field Airport (CHA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Budget
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo
    · Dollar
    · Hertz

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga range from $249 to $384, with an average of $296 over the past 12 months. Anything below $249 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga flights?

    American Airlines is the only airline on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $274 - about $213 less than Monday (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga trip for January. Fares historically average $219 round-trip in that month - typically $120 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $223 round-trip on this route - about $71 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chattanooga Lovell Field Airport.
    - Extended Stay America Select Suites - Chattanooga - Airport
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Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Chattanooga?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Chattanooga Lovell Field Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chicago O'Hare Intl to Chattanooga Lovell Field

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Chattanooga Lovell Field to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Tuesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Wednesday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Thursday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Friday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Saturday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

Sunday

American Airlines,United Airlines

American Airlines,United Airlines

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