Direct (nonstop) flights from Chattanooga to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Lovell Fld (CHA) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 504 miles (811 km), about 1h 53m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

CHA
Lovell Fld
🇺🇸 Chattanooga, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
504 mi
811 km
CO₂/pax
93 kg
−61 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
CHA → DTW
Flight Time
1h 53m
Distance
504 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chattanooga to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 93 kg CO₂ per passenger

CHA ATL (Atlanta) DTW
Leg 1: 59m (105 mi) Leg 2: 1h 59m (593 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+66% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CHA → ATL
59m · 105 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → DTW
1h 59m · 593 mi
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CHA CLT (Charlotte) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 35m (241 mi) Leg 2: 1h 51m (499 mi) Total: ~3h 26m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CHA → CLT
1h 35m · 241 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → DTW
1h 51m · 499 mi
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CHA ORD (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 2h 9m (500 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (234 mi) Total: ~3h 36m 🍃 161 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CHA → ORD
2h 9m · 500 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → DTW
1h 27m · 234 mi
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CHA DCA (Washington) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 55m (522 mi) Leg 2: 1h 42m (405 mi) Total: ~3h 37m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CHA → DCA
1h 55m · 522 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → DTW
1h 42m · 405 mi
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CHA LGA (New York) DTW
Leg 1: 2h 9m (733 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (501 mi) Total: ~4h 14m 🍃 254 kg CO₂ (+173% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CHA → LGA
2h 9m · 733 mi
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Leg 2
LGA → DTW
2h 5m · 501 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chattanooga to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Chattanooga (CHA) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 1 hours and 53 minutes. The distance is 504 miles (811 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chattanooga to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chattanooga to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Chattanooga from Detroit?

The flight distance from Chattanooga to Detroit is 504 miles (811 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Chattanooga to Detroit?

At 1h 53m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chattanooga to Detroit?

Roughly 93 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 465 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit to Chattanooga also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chattanooga to Detroit?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Lovell Fld for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.