Flying from Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA): What you need to know
Get your travels underway at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), the main airport in Tampa. Look for flights from Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) that jet out of this terminal.
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport is located in Chattanooga. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as Tampa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Tampa to CHA.
March is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 11 kilometres from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Tampa International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Tampa International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
TPA's address is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Planning to catch a flight from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)? Direct Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) plane tickets are available from here.
Allegiant Air operates direct flights from Tampa to CHA departing from PIE. Book your favourite seat and get to your destination in a single journey.
Allegiant Air is the most popular choice for travellers flying from PIE to CHA.
Allegiant Air has the best on-time rating of any carrier operating flights between St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport and Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport.
PIE is around 32 kilometres from central Tampa. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Tampa to CHA flight? Check in to a hotel near St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
77% of flights taking off from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for PIE is Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near CHA and shut your eyes sooner:
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport flight.
Getting from Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) to central Chattanooga
The centre of Chattanooga is about 10 kilometres from Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport. Journey times by taxi or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
It typically takes 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
At the moment, $75 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $151. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap flights from Tampa to CHA, book your plane ticket one month before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA). September is when most people visit Chattanooga. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
When booking your Tampa to CHA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Chattanooga, with temperatures ranging from 17ºC to 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport in January when temperatures are between -5ºC and 10ºC.
More about Chattanooga
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chattanooga right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Ruby Falls, Tennessee Aquarium and Chattanooga Whisky Experimental Distillery are must-visits when exploring Chattanooga.
Explore more of the United States
Nashville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Chattanooga. Around 193 kilometres away to the northwest, top sights here include Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.
If you're looking to explore another side of the United States, head for Atlanta, roughly 161 kilometres southeast of Chattanooga. Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre are among its highlights.