6 Best Weekend Getaways from Chattanooga Tennessee (within a 4-hour flight)
- Jordan Hinsch
- Aug 25
- 3 min read
Chattanooga, Tennessee, is a vibrant city nestled along the Tennessee River and surrounded by scenic mountains. Known as the "Scenic City," it boasts attractions like Lookout Mountain, the Tennessee Aquarium, and the historic Walnut Street Bridge. Chattanooga is a hub for outdoor activities such as hiking, rock climbing, and riverfront exploration. It also has a rich history, a thriving arts scene, and a reputation for being a tech-friendly city.
If you're a local and looking to escape for a weekend, keep reading. With a vast array of short domestic destinations, there are also some international destinations within reach. Here are some weekend getaway ideas for locals in the Chattanooga, Tennessee area within a non-stop 4-hour flight. More importantly, these trips are all possible without having to request PTO (for you M-F 9-5'ers), it just depends on what you want to do at your destination.
New York, New York (JFK, LGA, EWR, ISP, HPN) - 2 Hour 14 Minute Flight
Why go?
It might not be the same city it was before, but it'll always make for a great weekend getaway.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in New York
When to go?
Summer for the best weather, but you’ll pay peak rates for solid hotels.
Winter for Christmas festivities!
Who can fly you there?
Delta from CHA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $79+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Washington, DC (IAD, DCA, BWI) - 1 Hour 44 Minute Flight
Why go?
Museums, walking tours, great mass-transit and cherry blossoms. Fly to DCA for convenience.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Washington DC
When to go?
Year-round (spring season for cherry blossoms)
Who can fly you there?
AA from CHA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $69+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For avid runners, pack your running shoes and go for daily runs around the White House, Washington Monument, Lincoln and Jefferson memorials.
Chicago, Illinois (ORD, MDW) - 2 Hour 4 Minute Flight
Why go?
Food, bars, sports, rivers!
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Chicago
When to go?
Summer
Who can fly you there?
AA from CHA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $69+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
For bourbon enthusiasts, visit Untitled Supper Club on W Kinzie for an incredible speakeasy experience.
Orlando, Florida (MCO) - 2 Hour Flight
Why go?
Theme parks. Disney & Universal. Bring bug spray and an umbrella if you go during the summer. It's not my favorite city, but there's a reason why it's the #1 tourism city year after year in the US.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Orlando
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Allegiant from CHA - See flight deals
Spirit Airways from CHA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $100+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Miami, Florida (MIA, FLL) - 2 Hour Flight
Why go?
Beaches, outdoors activities, clubs, restaurants, culture. I just ask that you please please please venture out beyond Miami Beach.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Miami
When to go?
Any time of the year, but best is October - February for perfect weather. Avoid the spring break crowd in late Feb/early March the best you can.
Who can fly you there?
Spirit Airways from CHA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $150+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
Pro Tip:
Visit the following neighborhoods to step away from the "typical Miami": Wynwood, Brickell, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, Midtown, Edgewater.
Las Vegas, Nevada (LAS) - 4 Hour Flight
Why go?
Gambling, Hoover Dam, Death Valley National Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Partying, more Gambling.
What to do?
Click here to view The BEST Things to Do in Las Vegas
When to go?
Year-Round
Who can fly you there?
Allegiant from CHA - See flight deals
How much will it cost to get there?
Airfare: $150+
Where can you stay?
Who will pick you up?
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