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$97+ Cheap flights from Chattanooga to San Diego (CHA - SAN)

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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHA — SAN
Nov 27 — Dec 41
Thu 11/27
Thu 12/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chattanooga to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chattanooga to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 11/253:10 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop10h 10mDelta
Tue 12/210:30 pmSAN - CHA
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 10/26$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/196:25 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop6h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/261:23 pmSAN - CHA
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Sat 12/131:33 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Sat 1/108:00 amSAN - CHA
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 10/28$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Wed 11/126:00 amCHA - SAN
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/169:54 pmSAN - CHA
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/28$337
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 10/302:40 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/118:00 amSAN - CHA
2 stops50h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/27$350
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/246:15 amCHA - SAN
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/19:54 pmSAN - CHA
1 stop8h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/26$357
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/247:01 amCHA - SAN
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/17:50 pmSAN - CHA
2 stops12h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$361
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Tue 11/255:20 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/28:40 pmSAN - CHA
2 stops11h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$366
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/118:45 amCHA - SAN
1 stop10h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/1310:51 amSAN - CHA
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/1912:10 pmCHA - SAN
1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/2611:02 amSAN - CHA
2 stops8h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$384

Cheap flight deals from Chattanooga to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chattanooga (CHA) to San Diego (SAN). 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 October 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Delta)

One-way from

$97
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$392
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Chattanooga to San Diego 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 October 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chattanooga to San Diego that are best for you.

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Chattanooga

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Tue 11/25

3:10 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop10h 10m

San Diego

Tue 12/2

10:30 pm-9:17 am

1 stop7h 47m

$289

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 12/5

6:14 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop7h 07m

San Diego

Sun 12/7

9:54 pm-9:52 am

1 stop8h 58m

$289

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Thu 1/15

1:00 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops13h 42m

San Diego

Sun 1/18

7:00 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$294

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Wed 11/19

6:25 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop6h 55m

San Diego

Wed 11/26

1:23 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$313

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 12/13

10:56 am-3:21 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San Diego

Sat 1/10

8:00 am-7:17 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$320

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Sat 2/21

2:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop10h 05m

San Diego

Wed 2/25

11:00 am-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$354

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Mon 12/8

7:25 am-2:12 pm

1 stop9h 47m

San Diego

Thu 12/11

2:19 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop6h 07m

$357

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Thu 11/13

2:40 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop24h 55m

$97

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 12/12

10:17 am-6:05 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$179

ChattanoogaSan Diego

CHA - SAN

CHASAN

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Fri 11/28

5:15 am-9:55 am

1 stop7h 40m

$280

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Compare providers for flights from Chattanooga to San Diego

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 San Diego in October.
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 Chattanooga-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chattanooga-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chattanooga-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chattanooga-San Diego 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 Chattanooga-San Diego 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 San Diego

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chattanooga to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chattanooga to San Diego. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chattanooga to San Diego is 75 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 San Diego?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chattanooga to San Diego (average of $114). Flying from Chattanooga to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $267). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Chattanooga to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 28, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chattanooga to San Diego in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated October 28, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Chattanooga to San Diego 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
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,032 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,994 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chattanooga to San Diego. 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 Chattanooga to San Diego?

    Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Chattanooga to San Diego in just under 7h 07m. Your travel time can differ by up to 6h 35m. There are 1833 mi between Chattanooga and San Diego. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at $265. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $276 round trip. American Airlines is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chattanooga to San Diego?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chattanooga to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chattanooga to San Diego (average of $114). Flying from Chattanooga to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $267). 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 Chattanooga to San Diego

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Chattanooga to San Diego. 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 October 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$265Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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