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$244+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Chattanooga (RIC - CHA)

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RIC — CHA
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Chattanooga

Cheapest flights from Richmond to Chattanooga
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Chattanooga. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/235:00 amRIC - CHA
1 stop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/266:35 amCHA - RIC
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$299
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/226:20 amRIC - CHA
1 stop3h 36mDelta
Fri 12/267:59 pmCHA - RIC
1 stop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/17$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/196:25 amRIC - CHA
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/218:38 amCHA - RIC
1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Fri 12/198:02 pmRIC - CHA
1 stop4h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/215:00 amCHA - RIC
2 stops6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/275:10 pmRIC - CHA
1 stop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/38:08 pmCHA - RIC
1 stop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/228:37 amRIC - CHA
2 stops6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/266:35 amCHA - RIC
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$494
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/2210:40 amRIC - CHA
2 stops10h 11mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/268:38 amCHA - RIC
2 stops13h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$684
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/226:25 amRIC - CHA
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/295:43 pmCHA - RIC
1 stop27h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$760
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sat 12/276:25 amRIC - CHA
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/38:38 amCHA - RIC
2 stops14h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$783

Find flight deals from Richmond to Chattanooga

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$244
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$293
Provider with most accurate pricing for Richmond Byrd Intl-Chattanooga Lovell Field flight deals.
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From Richmond Byrd Intl to Chattanooga Lovell Field
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($61 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Chattanooga that are best for you.

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Richmond

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Chattanooga

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RichmondChattanooga

RIC - CHA

RICCHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/1

8:04 pm-12:36 am

1 stop4h 32m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Mon 1/5

8:08 pm-12:26 am

1 stop4h 18m

$244

RichmondChattanooga

RIC - CHA

RICCHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 3/4

5:40 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 3/8

7:51 pm-12:25 am

1 stop4h 34m

$249

RichmondChattanooga

RIC - CHA

RICCHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/19

5:00 am-8:39 am

1 stop3h 39m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Tue 2/24

7:00 am-12:38 pm

1 stop5h 38m

$249

RichmondChattanooga

RIC - CHA

RICCHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 2/19

7:00 am-10:55 am

1 stop3h 55m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Tue 2/24

6:00 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 27m

$249

RichmondChattanooga

RIC - CHA

RICCHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/8

5:40 am-11:01 am

1 stop5h 21m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Wed 1/28

3:02 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$249

RichmondChattanooga

RIC - CHA

RICCHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/8

1:40 pm-9:47 pm

2 stops8h 07m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Wed 1/28

10:27 am-4:33 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$254

RichmondChattanooga

RIC - CHA

RICCHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/3

10:29 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 2/7

1:00 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$309

RichmondChattanooga

RIC - CHA

RICCHA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/31

9:35 am-8:44 pm

2 stops11h 09m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Wed 2/4

12:53 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$314

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/17

Compare providers for flights from Richmond to Chattanooga

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Richmond to Chattanooga in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Chattanooga flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Richmond-Chattanooga flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Richmond-Chattanooga flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Richmond-Chattanooga flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Richmond-Chattanooga flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Chattanooga

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chattanooga from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Richmond to Chattanooga

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Chattanooga (average of $46). Flying from Richmond to Chattanooga in February is currently the most expensive (average of $201). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from RIC to CHA?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond to Chattanooga. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Richmond to Chattanooga is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 45% on airfare.

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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Richmond to Chattanooga to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond 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 Richmond to Chattanooga?

    American Airlines and Delta can get you from Richmond to Chattanooga in just under 4h 32m. Your travel time can differ by up to 47m. The distance between Richmond and Chattanooga is about 471 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Richmond to Chattanooga is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $218 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $221. Users have found that American Airlines is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Chattanooga?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to Chattanooga.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond 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 Richmond to Chattanooga?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Chattanooga (average of $46). Flying from Richmond to Chattanooga in February is currently the most expensive (average of $201). 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 2 airlines flying from Richmond to Chattanooga

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$221Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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