Travelling from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chattanooga Airport (CHA): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your SMF to CHA flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sacramento International Airport to Chattanooga Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between SMF and CHA include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Chattanooga Airport (CHA)
131 € is currently the best price for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Chattanooga Airport flight. Return flights start at 255 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from SMF to CHA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Chattanooga Airport.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Sacramento International Airport to Chattanooga Airport.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 82.15% of flights that depart SMF reach their destination without delay.
Sacramento International Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Sacramento. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Chattanooga Airport off to an easy start. Just a quick drive from SMF, stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Chattanooga Airport (CHA)
If you have a late Sacramento International Airport to Chattanooga Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near CHA:
Grab a Chattanooga Airport rental car and discover Chattanooga and beyond with your own wheels. Budget, Thrifty and Avis are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Chattanooga Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chattanooga Airport (CHA) to central Chattanooga
Chattanooga Airport to the centre of Chattanooga has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chattanooga Airport (CHA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sacramento International Airport to Chattanooga Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Chattanooga based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Chattanooga is July, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Chattanooga Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SMF to CHA in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
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