Travelling from Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport (CHA): What you need to know
Start your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport (CHA) jetting off from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport flight is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Chattanooga (where Chattanooga Airport is located) and Washington DC share the UTC-4 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
The most popular route is from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to Chattanooga Airport (CHA). Choose from 6 direct services every week. American Airlines operates a 4:59pm departure between DCA and CHA.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Washington DC to CHA. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You can find a direct flight from Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport (CHA) out of Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
When taking off from DCA, you can catch a direct flight from Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport with American Airlines.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with American Airlines between DCA and CHA.
The most punctual carrier on this route is American Airlines. Its services arrive as scheduled 70.59% of the time.
Located around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC, DCA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
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Of all flights departing from Ronald Reagan National Airport, 76.44% arrive on time at their destination.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is about 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take 50 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to CHA flight:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74.39%.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 50 minutes. If you're thinking about taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay close to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Check in to one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport flight:
Flights that depart from BWI reach their destination as scheduled 77.13% of the time.
About Chattanooga Airport (CHA)
Book a hotel near CHA if you have a late flight from Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport. Choose one of these options and call it a night faster:
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Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport flight.
Getting from Chattanooga Airport (CHA) to central Chattanooga
Chattanooga Airport to the centre of Chattanooga is around 10 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport (CHA)
Currently, P11,312 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P17,938. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport (CHA)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport (CHA). September is the most popular month to visit Chattanooga. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in February.
The warmest month in Chattanooga is July, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Washington DC to CHA plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF).
More about Chattanooga
After booking your flight from Washington DC to Chattanooga Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chattanooga:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Ruby Falls, Tennessee Aquarium and Chattanooga Choo Choo are leading attractions which should be on any good Chattanooga itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Nashville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chattanooga. Around 193 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum.
Atlanta is another standout destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres south-east of Chattanooga. No journey is complete without visiting Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.