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Cheapest round-trip
$237
Typical prices: $246-$409
American Airlines
Tue 12/25Sat 12/29
ORD - BNA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$114
Typical prices: $149-$292
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Sun 1/7
ORD - BNA • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with United Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 49m
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Most punctual • 86% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $188 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 44m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Nashville (ORD-BNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Nashville

Fri, Dec 25 - Tue, Dec 29
American Airlines Logo
9:00 pm - 10:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 45mnonstop
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5:00 am - 7:16 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 16mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Tue, Dec 29 - Fri, Jan 1
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10:46 pm - 12:47 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 01mnonstop
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7:52 pm - 10:00 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
2h 08mnonstop
$237American Airlines
Mon, Dec 28 - Thu, Dec 31
Frontier Logo
5:01 am - 11:18 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 17m1 stop Orlando
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12:13 pm - 12:56 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 43m1 stop Orlando
$237Frontier
Fri, Jan 15 - Mon, Jan 18
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10:23 am - 5:43 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 20m1 stop Orlando
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12:13 pm - 12:55 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
12h 42m1 stop Orlando
$239Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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12:15 pm - 4:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 55m1 stop Quincy Regional
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3:11 pm - 12:21 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$240Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 22
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 2:16 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:00 am - 11:40 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 40m1 stop Quincy Regional
$240Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
United Airlines Logo
6:20 pm - 8:14 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 54mnonstop
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7:30 am - 9:26 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 56mnonstop
$252United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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3:50 pm - 5:40 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 50mnonstop
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9:43 am - 11:40 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 57mnonstop
$252United Airlines
Sun, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 16
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12:15 pm - 4:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 55m1 stop Quincy Regional
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8:00 am - 11:40 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 40m1 stop Quincy Regional
$252Contour
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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12:15 pm - 4:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 55m1 stop Quincy Regional
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8:00 am - 11:40 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 40m1 stop Quincy Regional
$253Contour
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville typically range from $246 to $409. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $237, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville at $246 round-trip.
•June ($387) and February ($338) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville the cheapest?

Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from O'Hare Intl to Nashville

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on United Airlines, Frontier, ORD and BNA

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$114
Beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 22% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Nashville

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Your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:50 am and lands at 8:39 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:51 pm and lands at 12:40 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 49m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville takes 1h 49m, covering 410 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville range from $246 to $409, with an average of $317 over the past 12 months. Anything below $246 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 49% above the $317 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $188 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $321 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    Frontier is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while United Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flights are:

    • Frontier: 86% on time
    • United Airlines: 83% on time
    • Southwest: 81% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 13%.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $237 to $994. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flights:

    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $118, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Nashville Intl Airport (BNA)?

    Nashville Intl Airport (BNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 16m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville most commonly connect through:

    • Quincy Regional (UIN) - 76% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 32% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $281 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $408, a difference of $127.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Nashville. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville?

    Flying via Quincy Regional (UIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 44m, compared with 4h 34m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 5h 05m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What popular places can I visit in Nashville?

    Some of the most popular sights in Nashville are Gaylord Opryland, Bridgestone Arena and Nissan Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Nashville on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flights?

    Among airlines operating Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Can I rent a car at BNA?

    If you want to rent a car at BNA, you should head to the airport’s rental car facility connected to the airport’s terminal via moving walkways. At this center, you’ll find desks for agencies such as Alamo, Budget, National, Hertz, Dollar, Payless, and Avis.

  • Where can I relax at BNA?

    If you’d like to relax before exiting BNA, you can visit the Massage Bar near Gate B1 in Concourse B or the one near Gate C14 in Concourse C. At either, you can rest assured of receiving elite foot and body massage services.

  • Does ORD have an on-site hotel?

    Yes, ORD does have a hotel within its grounds, The Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel. It is located opposite Terminal 2 and is linked to all domestic terminals via an underground walkway. If you’d like to stay at a hotel near ORD but this one doesn’t appeal to you, you should consider staying at Aloft Chicago O’Hare, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago O’Hare Airport Rosemont, or Embassy Suites Chicago O’Hare Rosemont.

  • Are there nursing rooms at ORD?

    If you’d like to breastfeed your baby at ORD, you’ll be happy to hear that each terminal at this airport has a mother's room. The said rooms are located near the baggage claim in Terminal 1, and between E5 and F9 in Terminal 2. L6 Rotunda in Terminal 3 and near Gate M20 in Terminal 5. Mamava lactation pods are also available in Terminal 1 near Gates B7, C11, and C23, Terminal 2 near Gate E1, and Terminal 3 near Gates G12, K5, L24, and K19.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $281, about $127 less than Monday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville trip for December. Fares historically average $246 round-trip in that month - typically $141 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Frontier. Over the past three months, 86% of Frontier flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 81%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 16m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $188 round-trip on this route - about $133 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nashville Intl Airport.

    • Sonesta Nashville Airport
    • Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport
    • Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport
  • To be allowed entry into Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), you will have to go through the airport’s security checkpoints. To avoid missing your flight as a result of being delayed at the airport’s tedious security checkpoints, on the date you’re set to fly to Nashville from this airport, you should get to it at least 2h ahead of your flight.
  • Airlines that offer flights from ORD to Nashville offer assisted travel services to passengers who inform them of their needs in time. Hence, if you’re disabled or have limited mobility, and you require special in-flight services, you can get the assistance you want, provided you inform the airline you intend to travel with the help you require.
  • If you intend to leave your car at ORD, you can do so with ease, given that this airport boasts on-site and off-site parking garages. The off-site parking garages that serve this airport pride themselves on offering cheaper parking spots than their onsite counterparts. This being the case, leaving your car at one of the off-site parking garages is more suitable, financially-wise.
  • In Nashville, you’ll alight from your flight at Nashville International Airport (BNA). Located 8.6 miles away from the heart of Nashville, this public-military airport is the primary airport of the greater Nashville region. Currently, it serves as a hub for Air Choice One, Flagship Airlines, and Flight Express.
  • Traveler’s Aid is an organization that offers emergency assistance services to passengers. Suppose you need emergency housing or transportation once you land at BNA. In that case, you should head to this organization’s office in Suite 501 of Terminal 1.

Prefer to fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Airport to Nashville?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Nashville Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Chicago O'Hare Intl to Nashville Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Nashville Intl to Chicago O'Hare Intl

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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