Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Chattanooga?

Flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga.

Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga pass through?

One-stop flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga most commonly connect through: • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 46% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 31% of one-stop connections • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 12% of one-stop connections • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $421, a difference of $103. 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 long is a flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga?

A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga takes 00m, covering 641 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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 $339 to $988. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 50m, compared with 5h 07m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 6h 04m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Chattanooga?

Chattanooga is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (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 • Alamo • Thrifty • Dollar • Hertz

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga range from $288 to $368, with an average of $318 over the past 12 months. Anything below $288 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga typically range from $288 to $368. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $339, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Des Moines to Chattanooga?

United Airlines ($339) and American Airlines ($369) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chattanooga according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Des Moines to Chattanooga?

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) is the most popular layover for the Des Moines to Chattanooga route. 46% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via ORD.

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

Flights via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $379. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Des Moines to Chattanooga layovers at 3h 14m over the past 3 months.

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Chattanooga

Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25

3:15 pm - 8:52 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:52 pm - 9:55 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

5h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$339United Airlines

Fri, Apr 2 - Mon, Apr 5

1:05 pm - 8:49 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

6h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:40 pm - 9:17 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$343United Airlines

Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21

3:01 pm - 11:03 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

7h 02m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:34 am - 10:42 amCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

5h 08m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$369American Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

3:10 pm - 9:13 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

5h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:47 am - 2:30 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

4h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$439United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

9:25 am - 5:03 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

6h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:58 pm - 5:35 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

4h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$439United Airlines

Wed, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 9

6:15 am - 6:44 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

11h 29m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

5:38 pm - 11:14 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

6h 36m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$444United Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8

1:58 pm - 10:09 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:51 am - 12:26 amCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

15h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$503American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8

5:39 am - 10:38 amDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

3h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:40 am - 10:42 amCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

5h 02m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$517Delta

Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25

1:58 pm - 12:20 amDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

9h 22m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Charlotte Douglas

8:03 pm - 12:26 amCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

5h 23m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$528American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8

1:58 pm - 10:09 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:51 am - 12:26 amCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

15h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$537American Airlines

Recent last minute flight deals from Des Moines to Chattanooga

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12

4:12 pm - 10:53 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

5h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

7:59 pm - 11:58 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

4h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$444American Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15

8:00 am - 2:23 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

5h 23m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

9:04 am - 4:52 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

8h 48m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

$623Allegiant Air

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12

4:12 pm - 10:53 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

5h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:54 pm - 10:45 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

8h 51m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$713American Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15

8:00 am - 2:23 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

5h 23m1 stop Orlando Sanford Intl

9:04 am - 1:53 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

29h 49m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Nashville Intl

$767Allegiant Air

Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16

3:02 pm - 11:15 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

7h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:07 pm - 5:48 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

23h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$782United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16

3:02 pm - 11:15 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

7h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

4:42 pm - 12:32 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

20h 50m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$802United Airlines

Tue, Oct 13 - Fri, Oct 16

7:01 am - 4:49 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

8h 48m2 stops New York LaGuardia Charlotte Douglas

10:51 am - 6:56 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

9h 05m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl

$848American Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15

2:26 pm - 11:03 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

7h 37m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:14 am - 1:50 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

8h 36m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$887American Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15

2:26 pm - 11:59 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

8h 33m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Charlotte Douglas

6:14 am - 1:50 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

8h 36m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$892American Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 15

9:15 am - 11:15 pmDSM Des Moines-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

13h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:00 am - 4:20 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-DSM Des Moines

10h 20m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

$897United Airlines

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How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga departing in november.

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Cheapest flight	$339

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga.
How long is a flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga?
A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga takes 00m, covering 641 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Chattanooga flight?
Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga range from $288 to $368, with an average of $318 over the past 12 months. Anything below $288 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Des Moines 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 $339 to $988. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
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
• Alamo
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Chattanooga?
Flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga pass through?
One-stop flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga most commonly connect through:

• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 46% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 31% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 12% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 12% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $421, a difference of $103.

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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Chattanooga?
Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 50m, compared with 5h 07m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 6h 04m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Chattanooga?
Chattanooga is 1 hour ahead of Des Moines (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $318, about $103 less than Tuesday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Chattanooga trip for March. Fares historically average $268 round-trip in that month - typically $128 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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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