Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to Chattanooga

1 airline flys nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to Lovell Fld (CHA). It's 504 miles (811 km), about 1h 44m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
CHA
Lovell Fld
🇺🇸 Chattanooga, USA
Flight Time
1h 44m
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 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
DTW → CHA
Flight Time
1h 44m
Distance
504 mi

Alternative Routes

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

DTW ATL (Atlanta) CHA
Leg 1: 2h 5m (593 mi) Leg 2: 53m (105 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+66% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → ATL
2h 5m · 593 mi
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Leg 2
ATL → CHA
53m · 105 mi
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DTW ORD (Chicago) CHA
Leg 1: 1h 30m (234 mi) Leg 2: 1h 52m (500 mi) Total: ~3h 22m 🍃 161 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → ORD
1h 30m · 234 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → CHA
1h 52m · 500 mi
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DTW CLT (Charlotte) CHA
Leg 1: 1h 54m (499 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (241 mi) Total: ~3h 22m 🍃 162 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → CLT
1h 54m · 499 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → CHA
1h 28m · 241 mi
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DTW DCA (Washington) CHA
Leg 1: 1h 34m (405 mi) Leg 2: 2h (522 mi) Total: ~3h 34m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+112% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → DCA
1h 34m · 405 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → CHA
2h · 522 mi
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DTW EWR (New York) CHA
Leg 1: 1h 45m (487 mi) Leg 2: 2h 23m (716 mi) Total: ~4h 8m 🍃 248 kg CO₂ (+167% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → EWR
1h 45m · 487 mi
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Leg 2
EWR → CHA
2h 23m · 716 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Detroit to Chattanooga?

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Chattanooga (CHA) takes approximately 1 hours and 44 minutes. The distance is 504 miles (811 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Chattanooga?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Detroit to Chattanooga?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Detroit from Chattanooga?

The flight distance from Detroit to Chattanooga 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 Detroit to Chattanooga?

At 1h 44m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

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

Is the return flight from Chattanooga to Detroit 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 Detroit to Chattanooga?

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 Detroit Metropolitan Airport for this flight?

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