Cheap Flights from Houston (HOUA) to Chattanooga (CHA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Houston to Chattanooga Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $435. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Chattanooga

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Houston to Chattanooga flights are currently cheapest in July.

Direct flights from Houston to Chattanooga

Houston to Chattanooga: Alternative routes

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

Houston to Chattanooga: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$435
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 9 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week30

Finding cheap flights from Houston to Chattanooga: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Houston to Chattanooga is $435. 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.
2 hours and 9 minutes is the average flight time from Houston to Chattanooga.
United and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from Houston to Chattanooga.
As of June 2026, there are 30 flights per week flying from Houston to Chattanooga.
The cheapest month to fly from Houston to Chattanooga is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Houston to Chattanooga Airport on Thursday, 9 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 9 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 Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chattanooga is United .

Flying from Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA): What you need to know

  • Kick off your travels at Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), the main airport in Houston. Search for flights from Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) that depart from this base.

  • 2 hours 5 minutes is the average duration of a direct Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport flight.

  • Chattanooga is one hour ahead of Houston. Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport is located in Chattanooga, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.

  • The most popular route is Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA). You can choose from 11 direct services each week.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Houston to CHA.

  • If you're getting away during a peak month like July, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Christmas and New Year.

Airports in Houston

Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • You can hop on a direct flight from Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) leaving from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).

  • When departing from IAH, you can take a direct flight from Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport with United Airlines.

  • United is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from IAH to CHA.

  • The journey from central Houston to IAH takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport, these stays will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:

  • 79% of flights taking off from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport reach their destination on time.

  • You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.

Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)

About Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)

Getting from Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) to central Chattanooga

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Chattanooga. How long it'll take to get to the centre by car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 40 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport is $207. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $435. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Houston to CHA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.

  • If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport ticket.

  • Be the first to know about deals for plane tickets from Houston to CHA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport by using filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)

  • January is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA), while September is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit Chattanooga based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Chattanooga is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your Houston to CHA plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • January sees temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Chattanooga

Explore more of the United States

  • Chattanooga is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be explored. Around 193 kilometres northwest of Chattanooga, a trip to Nashville will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.

  • Atlanta is another essential stop in the United States and is around 161 kilometres southeast of Chattanooga. No journey is complete without seeing Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.

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