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$249+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga (DSM - CHA)

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DSM — CHA
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Chattanooga (CHA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

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$249
(Delta)
From Des Moines to Chattanooga Lovell Field
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:00 amDSM - CHA
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Mon 10/63:05 pmCHA - DSM
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Deal found 7/28$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/206:00 amDSM - CHA
2 stops9h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/271:04 pmCHA - DSM
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$254
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/41:59 pmDSM - CHA
3 stops25h 04mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/611:41 amCHA - DSM
3 stops35h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/136:50 pmDSM - CHA
1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/177:01 amCHA - DSM
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$659

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DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

6:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Mon 10/6

3:05 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$249

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Sat 9/20

6:00 am-4:45 pm

2 stops9h 45m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 9/27

1:04 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$254

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Mon 8/4

1:59 pm-4:03 pm

3 stops25h 04m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Wed 8/6

11:41 am-10:38 pm

3 stops35h 57m

$463

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Wed 8/13

6:50 pm-11:35 am

1 stop15h 45m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 8/17

7:01 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 31m

$659

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Deals found on 7/29

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga (average of $323). Flying from Des Moines to Chattanooga in October is currently the most expensive (average of $418). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chattanooga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chattanooga. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chattanooga. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Des Moines to Chattanooga to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Chattanooga round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga round-trip from $249. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $254, and United Airlines, from $659.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga (average of $323). Flying from Des Moines to Chattanooga in October is currently the most expensive (average of $418). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Chattanooga

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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