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$259+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga (DSM - CHA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — CHA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Chattanooga

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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$465
From Des Moines to Chattanooga Lovell Field
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Chattanooga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/248:00 amDSM - CHA
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/277:02 amCHA - DSM
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 9/246:00 amDSM - CHA
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Sat 9/275:54 amCHA - DSM
2 stops9h 00mDelta
Deal found 9/10$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 11/73:15 pmDSM - CHA
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/98:45 amCHA - DSM
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$286
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/71:48 pmDSM - CHA
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/113:24 pmCHA - DSM
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/26:11 pmDSM - CHA
1 stop5h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/64:59 pmCHA - DSM
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 9/247:03 amDSM - CHA
2 stops8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/271:04 pmCHA - DSM
2 stops8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 9/253:25 pmDSM - CHA
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/297:02 amCHA - DSM
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$369

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga that are best for you.

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Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Wed 9/24

8:00 am-1:26 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 9/27

7:02 am-10:32 am

1 stop4h 30m

$259

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Thu 9/25

3:50 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Mon 9/29

4:34 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$259

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Wed 9/24

6:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 9/27

5:54 am-1:54 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$264

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Fri 11/7

3:15 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 11/9

8:45 am-12:14 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$286

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Tue 10/7

1:48 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop7h 01m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 10/11

3:24 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$293

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Thu 10/2

6:11 pm-12:13 am

1 stop5h 02m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Mon 10/6

4:59 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$294

Des MoinesChattanooga

DSM - CHA

DSMCHA

Des Moines

Wed 9/24

7:03 am-4:45 pm

2 stops8h 42m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 9/27

1:04 pm-8:21 pm

2 stops8h 17m

$309

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Deals found on 9/10

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga

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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chattanooga?

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 September 11, 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
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

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!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Chattanooga. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Chattanooga?

    There are many flights that can get you from Des Moines to Chattanooga in 4h 26m. Fly via United Airlines, American Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 641 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $208. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $248, and United Airlines, from $303. These flights start at 51% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Chattanooga flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Chattanooga?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Chattanooga by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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