Airports Near East Chattanooga
The closest airports to East Chattanooga, Tennessee: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to East Chattanooga, Tennessee is Lovell Field (CHA), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road.
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHA | Lovell FieldChattanooga, United States | 3 mi / 5 km | 11 min | Regional |
| APT | Marion County Brown FieldJasper, United States | 19 mi / 31 km | 37 min | Regional |
| DNN | Dalton Municipal AirportDalton, United States | 32 mi / 51 km | 57 min | Regional |
| UOS | Franklin County AirportSewanee, United States | 38 mi / 61 km | 1 hr 8 min | Regional |
| MMI | McMinn County AirportAthens, United States | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 20 min | Regional |
| RMG | Richard B Russell AirportRome, United States | 50 mi / 80 km | 1 hr 29 min | Regional |
| RNC | Warren County Memorial AirportMc Minnville, United States | 55 mi / 89 km | 1 hr 39 min | Regional |
| THA | Tullahoma Regional Arpt/Wm Northern FieldTullahoma, United States | 60 mi / 97 km | 1 hr 48 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Lovell Field (CHA) is the most convenient at about 3 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into East Chattanooga. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with CHA.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near CHA saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Other cities these airports serve
Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to East Chattanooga is Lovell Field (CHA), about 3 mi (5 km) away — roughly 11 min by road.