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Cheap Flights from Chattanooga (CHA) to Detroit (DTW)

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Flight deals from Chattanooga to Detroit Wayne County

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chattanooga to Detroit Wayne County? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Detroit.$280 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Oct, returning Mon, 20 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chattanooga on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $280, select.
Detroit.$292 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Oct, returning Sat, 1 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chattanooga on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.
Detroit.$338 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chattanooga on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $338, select.
Detroit.$338 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chattanooga on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $338, select.
Detroit.$419 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Jul, returning Mon, 28 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chattanooga on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $419, select.
Detroit.$486 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chattanooga on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $486, select.
Detroit.$486 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Chattanooga on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $486, select.
Detroit.$486 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Mon, 1 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Chattanooga on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Chattanooga.Price includes taxes and charges.From $486, select.

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Direct flights from Chattanooga to Detroit Wayne County

Chattanooga to Detroit Wayne County: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chattanooga to Detroit below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Detroit Wayne County.

Chattanooga to Detroit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$280
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 53 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week65

Finding cheap flights from Chattanooga to Detroit Wayne County: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chattanooga to Detroit Wayne County is $280. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Chattanooga to Detroit Wayne County.
WestJet, Delta and Endeavor Air fly direct from Chattanooga to Detroit Wayne County.
As of July 2025, there are 65 flights per week flying from Chattanooga to Detroit Wayne County.
The cheapest month to fly from Chattanooga to Detroit Wayne County is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chattanooga Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Wednesday, 15 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Detroit Wayne County but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Detroit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Detroit Wayne County.

Travelling from Chattanooga Airport (CHA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know

  • Chattanooga and Detroit are both in the UTC-4 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CHA to DTW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • Delta Air Lines has direct flights from Chattanooga Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Detroit — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.

  • Delta Air Lines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • With 78.57% of services landing on schedule, Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering CHA to DTW flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chattanooga Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between CHA and DTW:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Charlotte Douglas International Airport

    • O'Hare International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chattanooga Airport (CHA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • Currently, $129 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chattanooga Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $280. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from CHA to DTW, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Chattanooga Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CHA to DTW.

  • Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chattanooga Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Chattanooga Airport (CHA)

  • When it comes to Chattanooga Airport's on-time performance, 76.74% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Chattanooga to Chattanooga Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Have an early flight from Chattanooga Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near CHA:

Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit

  • You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.

  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Detroit. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Chattanooga Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Detroit based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Chattanooga Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CHA to DTW sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Detroit, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel about 386 kilometres west to Chicago to check off its must-visit sights. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Columbus is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south of Detroit. No trip is complete without visiting Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

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