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$99+ Cheap flights from Chattanooga (CHA) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHA — CHI
Apr 14 — Apr 211
Tue 4/14
Tue 4/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chattanooga Lovell Field to Chicago are usually found in February or January, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chattanooga to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 15, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/74:11 pm
CHA
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ORD
1 stop7h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/137:45 pm
ORD
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CHA
1 stop24h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/174:11 pm
CHA
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ORD
1 stop9h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/278:05 am
ORD
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CHA
1 stop23h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$200
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/163:29 pm
CHA
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ORD
1 stop9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/195:05 am
ORD
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CHA
1 stop14h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/104:11 pm
CHA
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ORD
1 stop9h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/175:05 am
ORD
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CHA
1 stop15h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/74:11 pm
CHA
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ORD
1 stop7h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/105:05 am
ORD
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CHA
1 stop15h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/74:11 pm
CHA
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ORD
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/175:05 am
ORD
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CHA
1 stop15h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/48:59 am
CHA
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ORD
1 stop28h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/68:05 am
ORD
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CHA
1 stop23h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$215
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/233:29 pm
CHA
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ORD
1 stop9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/251:27 pm
ORD
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CHA
1 stop30h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/229:36 pm
CHA
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ORD
1 stop23h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/256:36 pm
ORD
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CHA
1 stop25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/77:13 am
CHA
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ORD
Nonstop2h 12m
American Airlines
Sat 5/97:44 pm
ORD
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CHA
Nonstop1h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/94:43 pm
CHA
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ORD
1 stop24h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/151:27 pm
ORD
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CHA
1 stop30h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$228
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Sat 4/186:25 pm
CHA
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MDW
1 stop5h 03m
Delta
Sun 4/196:00 am
MDW
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CHA
1 stop4h 07m
Delta
Deal found 3/11$249

Find flight deals from Chattanooga to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chattanooga (CHA) to Chicago (CHI). 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 March 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$195
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$99
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$301 or less

Good one-way deal

$220 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chattanooga Lovell Field-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chattanooga to Chicago 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 March 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chattanooga to Chicago that are best for you.

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Price

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ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - ORD

CHAORD

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Thu 4/2

10:50 am-11:59 am

Nonstop2h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

7:23 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$229

ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - MDW

CHAMDW

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Wed 8/26

7:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/29

6:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$249

ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - MDW

CHAMDW

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 4/12

7:30 am-12:29 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/19

6:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop4h 07m

$249

ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - MDW

CHAMDW

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 4/18

6:25 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Chicago Midway

Sun 4/19

6:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop4h 07m

$249

ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - MDW

CHAMDW

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 7/3

2:55 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop4h 36m

Chicago Midway

Tue 7/7

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$249

ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - ORD

CHAORD

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Thu 4/2

3:06 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

7:10 am-1:10 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$249

ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - ORD

CHAORD

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Thu 4/9

5:50 am-9:59 am

1 stop5h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/13

1:36 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$249

ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - ORD

CHAORD

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 6/13

3:15 pm-7:48 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 6/15

6:00 am-1:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$249

ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - MDW

CHAMDW

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 6/26

5:45 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Chicago Midway

Wed 7/1

9:30 am-2:33 pm

1 stop4h 03m

$269

ChattanoogaChicago

CHA - MDW

CHAMDW

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sun 6/21

7:30 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/30

9:30 am-2:33 pm

1 stop4h 03m

$269

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Compare providers for flights from Chattanooga to Chicago

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 Chattanooga to Chicago in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Chattanooga-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chattanooga-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chattanooga-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chattanooga-Chicago flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Chattanooga-Chicago 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 Chattanooga to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Chattanooga with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chattanooga to Chicago

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chattanooga to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chattanooga to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Chattanooga to Chicago is 41 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chattanooga to Chicago (average of $60). Flying from Chattanooga to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 CHA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Chattanooga to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 15, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Chattanooga to Chicago as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Chattanooga to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Chattanooga to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 15, 2026.

The most flights from CHA to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated March 15, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chattanooga to Chicago, such as Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,293 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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
8,293 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,293 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,427 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,293 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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
7.1
Good
11,472 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,293 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

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 Chattanooga to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Chattanooga to Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Chicago from Chattanooga, you will be flying from Lovell Field, which is the city’s only airport. Chattanooga Lovell Field (CHA) is located 6.0 mi from the center of Chattanooga. There are 7 flights from Lovell Field to Chicago per day from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chattanooga to Chicago?

    Departing from Chattanooga to Chicago will take you 2h 09m. The distance from Chattanooga to Chicago is about 501 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chattanooga to Chicago round-trip from $189. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $189, and Delta, from $208. American Airlines is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chattanooga to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $108. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Chattanooga to Chicago for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chattanooga to Chicago?

    When deciding which route to take from Chattanooga to Chicago consider Chattanooga Lovell Field - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Chattanooga Lovell Field - Chicago Midway or Chattanooga Lovell Field - Chicago Greater Rockford as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chattanooga to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Chattanooga, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Qatar Airways (92%), GoJet (87%), American Airlines( 86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chattanooga to Chicago?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $115. While the most popular route (Chattanooga Lovell Field - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $205 on average, our data indicates $1,070 when flying from Chattanooga to Chicago.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chattanooga to Chicago (average of $60). Flying from Chattanooga to Chicago in January is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 Chattanooga to Chicago

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Chattanooga to Chicago. 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 March 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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