How long is the flight from San Francisco to Chattanooga?

Departing from San Francisco to Chattanooga will take you 7h 25m. The distance between San Francisco and Chattanooga is about 2062 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 San Francisco to Chattanooga round-trip?

Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chattanooga, with prices starting at $272. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $276 and $338, respectively. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Chattanooga?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Chattanooga flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chattanooga ranges from 3.3 - 5.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Chattanooga when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chattanooga, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Chattanooga?

The most popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Chattanooga are American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Chattanooga?

Flying to your destination on a Friday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Chattanooga. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Chattanooga?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Chattanooga from San Francisco average $430. You can even find prices in February for less than $430, as users have found deals to Chattanooga from as low as $253. The month of November appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Chattanooga from San Francisco. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 37%.

Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Chattanooga that include hotel bookings?

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

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Tue 10/2811:58 amSFO - CHA

1 stop8h 44mDelta

Sun 11/25:54 amCHA - SFO

1 stop7h 04mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$309

Fri 10/1011:36 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines

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1 stop10h 29mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$334

Sat 11/81:10 pmSFO - CHA

2 stops8h 05mAmerican Airlines

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1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$339

Wed 10/2912:51 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines

Mon 11/36:25 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$364

Thu 9/2512:14 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines

Mon 9/294:34 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$369

Sat 11/81:45 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop6h 57mDelta

Mon 11/104:14 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop9h 43mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$374

Wed 9/1711:10 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop9h 26mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/245:21 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop9h 38mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$414

Wed 9/1712:14 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines

Wed 9/2412:14 pmCHA - SFO

2 stops9h 48mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$419

Sat 10/1111:00 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop9h 36mUnited Airlines

Fri 10/175:40 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop9h 19mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$439

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Wed 10/2912:51 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines

Mon 11/36:25 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$364

Tue 10/2810:30 amSFO - CHA

2 stops10h 12mDelta

Sun 11/25:54 amCHA - SFO

1 stop7h 04mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$372

Wed 9/1711:10 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop9h 26mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/245:21 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop9h 38mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$414

Sat 11/81:45 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop6h 57mDelta

Mon 11/104:14 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop9h 43mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$374

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Sun 11/97:05 amCHA - SFO

1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$389

Fri 9/1910:50 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop8h 24mDelta

Wed 9/243:07 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop9h 41mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$414

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Deal found 9/10

$414

Fri 10/178:52 pmSFO - CHA

2 stops16h 54mUnited Airlines

Thu 10/235:40 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop9h 19mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$481

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Deal found 9/11

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Sat 11/81:10 pmSFO - CHA

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1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$489

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Wed 9/1711:10 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop9h 26mUnited Airlines

Wed 9/245:21 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop9h 38mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$414

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1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines

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$459

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Mon 9/294:34 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$369

Fri 10/1011:36 pmSFO - CHA

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Fri 10/171:01 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop10h 29mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$334

Sat 10/1111:00 pmSFO - CHA

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Fri 10/175:40 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop9h 19mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$439

Fri 10/178:21 pmSFO - CHA

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Thu 10/232:40 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines

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$446

Tue 10/2811:58 amSFO - CHA

1 stop8h 44mDelta

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1 stop7h 04mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$309

Wed 10/2912:51 pmSFO - CHA

1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines

Mon 11/36:25 pmCHA - SFO

1 stop8h 00mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$364

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Wed 10/18:00 amSFO - CHA

1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines

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$113

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Deal found 9/9

$133

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Deal found 9/9

$156

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2 stops28h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$159

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1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$164

Sun 9/2811:57 pmSFO - CHA

2 stops14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$185

Tue 9/308:00 amSFO - CHA

3 stops48h 04mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/9

$215

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11:10 pm-11:36 am

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10:50 pm-10:14 am

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3:07 pm-9:48 pm

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12:14 pm-10:21 pm

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San FranciscoChattanooga

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Fri 9/19

12:30 pm-11:06 pm

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12:14 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops9h 48m

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6:45 am-7:50 pm

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4:34 pm-9:50 pm

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Fri 10/17

8:52 pm-4:46 pm

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5:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$481

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chattanooga (average of $323). Flying from San Francisco 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.

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

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Chattanooga in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,937 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

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How long is the flight from San Francisco to Chattanooga?
Departing from San Francisco to Chattanooga will take you 7h 25m. The distance between San Francisco and Chattanooga is about 2062 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 San Francisco to Chattanooga round-trip?
Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chattanooga, with prices starting at $272. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $276 and $338, respectively. These flights start at 36% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Chattanooga that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Chattanooga flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Chattanooga?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Chattanooga.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Chattanooga?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Chattanooga?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Chattanooga (average of $323). Flying from San Francisco 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
American Airlines	Cheapest$272	Average$431	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$276	Average$428	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$338	Average$449	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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