Travelling from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA): What you need to know
Washington DC's main airport is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Check out your options for leaving from here when reserving your flights from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA).
Around 2 hours is the typical travel time on a direct Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport flight.
Chattanooga (where Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport is located) and Washington DC share the UTC-5 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
Choose from 6 direct services each week between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA). This is the most popular route, with American Airlines offering a 4:59pm departure from DCA to CHA.
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 catch your flight from Washington DC to CHA.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Get to your destination in one go from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) can be booked from here.
When taking off from DCA, you can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport with American Airlines.
American Airlines is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from DCA to CHA.
American Airlines is the most consistent performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 6 kms (4 miles) from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 10 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport's on-time performance, 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is around 40 kms (25 miles) from central Washington DC. It takes 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Washington DC to CHA flight? Relax in a hotel near Washington Dulles International Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
77% of flights departing Washington Dulles International Airport meet their expected arrival time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kms (30 miles) away. It takes roughly 40 minutes to arrive by car and 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Baltimore Washington International Airport and know you'll be at your boarding gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you have an early Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights land within the expected time frame. At BWI, that rate is 77%.
About Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CHA:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) to central Chattanooga
The centre of Chattanooga is about 10 kms (6 miles) from Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes roughly 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport is £61. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £157. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Washington DC to CHA by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
January is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA), while September is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Chattanooga based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Before locking in your Washington DC to CHA plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chattanooga, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport in January when temperatures are between -5ºC and 10ºC.
More about Chattanooga
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chattanooga right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport:
There are plenty of awesome things to do in Chattanooga when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at Ruby Falls followed by Tennessee Aquarium and Chattanooga Whisky Experimental Distillery.
Explore more of the United States
Nashville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chattanooga. Around 193 kms (120 miles) away to the northwest, popular attractions include Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.
Atlanta is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 161 kms (100 miles) southeast of Chattanooga. No journey is complete without experiencing Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.
