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Cheapest round-trip
$256
Typical prices: $399-$597
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/1Mon 10/15
DTW - CHA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$299
Typical prices: $399-$581
Delta
Tue 10/16Fri 10/19
DTW - CHA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h 49m
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $388 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Chattanooga (DTW-CHA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Chattanooga

Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 15
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8:57 pm - 2:46 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
17h 49m1 stop Orlando
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9:04 am - 11:29 pmCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 25m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$256Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Thu, Oct 15
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12:34 pm - 2:46 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
26h 12m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Orlando
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9:04 am - 11:29 pmCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 25m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$281Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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12:44 pm - 2:29 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 45mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:54 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 54mnonstop
$299Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 1
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8:10 pm - 10:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 50mnonstop
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7:05 am - 8:56 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 51mnonstop
$299Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:10 pm - 10:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 50mnonstop
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6:25 pm - 11:53 pmCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$309Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 1
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5:40 pm - 10:47 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
5h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:05 am - 8:56 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 51mnonstop
$309Delta
Wed, Oct 7 - Mon, Oct 12
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12:44 pm - 2:29 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 45mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:54 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 54mnonstop
$319Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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12:44 pm - 2:29 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 45mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:54 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 54mnonstop
$319Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
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8:10 pm - 10:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 50mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:54 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 54mnonstop
$319Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
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8:10 pm - 10:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field
1h 50mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:54 amCHA  Chattanooga Lovell Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 54mnonstop
$319Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 53% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

  • August is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga at $359 round-trip.
  • December ($721) and November ($604) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 100% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$102
Most popular time to fly with an average 29% increase in price.
Flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga

When to book flights from Detroit to Chattanooga

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga flights:

    • Delta: 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

    Only Delta operates flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Chattanooga.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga flights?

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

    • Delta: 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $388 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $464 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $70–$90 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga pass through?

    Connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 17% 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 45% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $399 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $721, a difference of $322. 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga:

    • Earliest: departs at 12:29 pm and lands at 2:18 pm
    • Latest: departs at 8:35 pm and lands at 10:24 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 49m.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga takes 1h 49m, covering 506 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 $256 to $1,372. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $139, which is 69% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 39m, compared with 5h 51m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga range from $399 to $597, with an average of $469 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 $399 - about $322 less than Monday (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga trip for August. Fares historically average $359 round-trip in that month - typically $362 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $388 round-trip on this route - about $75 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
    - Intown Suites Extended Stay Chattanooga Tn - Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Chattanooga?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chattanooga Lovell Field Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Chattanooga Lovell Field

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Chattanooga Lovell Field to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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