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

Flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga: • Economy Class • First Class

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

One-stop flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga most commonly connect through: • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 42% of one-stop connections • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 26% of one-stop connections • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 22% of one-stop connections • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $408 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $763, a difference of $355. 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 Sacramento to Chattanooga?

A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Chattanooga takes 00m, covering 2,013 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 $399 to $1,380. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Sacramento to Chattanooga are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $526, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 33m, compared with 7h 41m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 52m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

What is the time difference between Sacramento and Chattanooga?

Chattanooga is 3 hours ahead of Sacramento (Eastern Time vs Pacific 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 averaging $67 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Alamo • Thrifty • Dollar • Hertz

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga range from $412 to $573, with an average of $485 over the past 12 months. Anything below $412 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga typically range from $412 to $573. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Chattanooga?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Chattanooga. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 57% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Chattanooga?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Chattanooga at $408 round-trip. •August ($850) and October ($582) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Sacramento to Chattanooga?

Delta ($399) and American Airlines ($478) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Chattanooga according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) is the most popular layover for the Sacramento to Chattanooga route. 42% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via DFW.

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

Flights via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $489. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) had the shortest average connection time for Sacramento to Chattanooga layovers at 4h 24m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Apr 2 - Wed, Apr 7

10:40 pm - 10:56 amSMF Sacramento Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

9h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4:30 pm - 10:05 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 35m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$399Delta

Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 24

10:40 pm - 10:56 amSMF Sacramento Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

9h 16m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:15 am - 11:15 amCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-SMF Sacramento Intl

7h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$399Delta

Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 24

11:00 pm - 9:49 amSMF Sacramento Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

7h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

3:59 pm - 10:58 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$478American Airlines

Fri, Mar 19 - Tue, Mar 23

11:47 pm - 9:48 amSMF Sacramento Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

4:25 pm - 10:38 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 13m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

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Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3

10:31 am - 8:40 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

7h 09m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 11:56 amCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Fri, Mar 19 - Tue, Mar 23

11:47 pm - 9:48 amSMF Sacramento Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 12:03 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Fri, Mar 19 - Tue, Mar 23

11:47 pm - 9:48 amSMF Sacramento Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

7h 01m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:30 am - 6:25 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-SMF Sacramento Intl

14h 55m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Los Angeles

$534United Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

6:30 am - 7:45 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

10h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth

1:10 pm - 8:52 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-SMF Sacramento Intl

10h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

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Thu, Dec 24 - Mon, Dec 28

2:49 pm - 11:59 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

6h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

4:45 pm - 2:52 pmCHA Chattanooga Lovell Field-SMF Sacramento Intl

25h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

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Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15

7:23 pm - 8:32 amSMF Sacramento Intl-CHA Chattanooga Lovell Field

10h 09m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas

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How much is a round-trip flight from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Chattanooga departing in april.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Chattanooga?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Sacramento to Chattanooga. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 57% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Chattanooga? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •January is the cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Chattanooga at $408 round-trip.
•August ($850) and October ($582) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 108% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga?
Two cabin classes are available on flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga:

• Economy Class
• First Class
How long is a flight from Sacramento to Chattanooga?
A nonstop flight from Sacramento to Chattanooga takes 00m, covering 2,013 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Chattanooga flight?
Round-trip flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga range from $412 to $573, with an average of $485 over the past 12 months. Anything below $412 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Sacramento 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 $399 to $1,380. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Sacramento to Chattanooga looking right now?
One-way fares from Sacramento to Chattanooga are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $526, which is 5% above the typical average for this route.
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 averaging $67 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Alamo
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from Sacramento to Chattanooga?
Flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga usually depart from Sacramento Intl (SMF) and arrive at Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga pass through?
One-stop flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga most commonly connect through:

• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 42% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 22% of one-stop connections
• Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 11% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 47% on flights from Sacramento to Chattanooga. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $408 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $763, a difference of $355.

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 Sacramento to Chattanooga?
Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 33m, compared with 7h 41m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 7h 52m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).
What is the time difference between Sacramento and Chattanooga?
Chattanooga is 3 hours ahead of Sacramento (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $408, about $355 less than Monday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Sacramento to Chattanooga trip for January. Fares historically average $408 round-trip in that month - typically $442 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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.

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