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Cheapest round-trip
$213
Typical prices: $137-$268
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Cheapest non-stop
$215
Typical prices: $261-$595
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BNA - MDW • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Nashville to Chicago (BNA-CHI)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Nashville to Chicago that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Nashville to Chicago

Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
Southwest Logo
7:55 pm - 9:25 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
1h 30mnonstop
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2:45 pm - 5:40 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 55m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$213Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
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2:30 pm - 5:55 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-MDW Chicago Midway
3h 25m1 stop Birmingham
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9:30 pm - 10:55 pmMDW  Chicago Midway-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$213Southwest
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
Contour Logo
8:00 am - 11:40 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 40m1 stop Quincy Regional
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12:30 pm - 4:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 40m1 stop Quincy Regional
$214Contour
Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 14
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11:12 am - 11:08 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
11h 56m1 stop Orlando
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7:28 pm - 4:45 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
21h 17m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
$215Frontier
Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6
Contour Logo
8:00 am - 11:40 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
3h 40m1 stop Quincy Regional
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12:30 pm - 4:10 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 40m1 stop Quincy Regional
$215Contour
Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7
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6:05 am - 10:37 amBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 32m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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6:30 am - 11:35 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$215Delta
Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8
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12:30 pm - 6:49 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:10 pm - 10:18 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 08m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$215Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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10:52 am - 12:22 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
1h 30mnonstop
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5:35 pm - 8:50 amRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-BNA Nashville Intl
15h 15m1 stop Punta Gorda
$215Allegiant Air
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
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5:05 pm - 11:08 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 03m1 stop Orlando
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7:44 pm - 10:17 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
14h 33m1 stop Orlando
$216Frontier
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 25
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10:52 am - 12:22 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-RFD Chicago Greater Rockford
1h 30mnonstop
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5:35 pm - 8:50 amRFD  Chicago Greater Rockford-BNA Nashville Intl
15h 15m1 stop Punta Gorda
$216Allegiant Air
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Nashville to Chicago flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Nashville to Chicago to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Nashville to Chicago?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Nashville to Chicago departing in October.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Chicago from Nashville usually cost between $165 and $325 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $213 on Southwest (Oct 3-Oct 5).

What is the cheapest Nashville to Chicago flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Nashville to Chicago costs $37 on the route between Nashville (BNA) and Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 78% cheaper than other Nashville-Chicago routes. The most popular route is between Nashville (BNA) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nashville to Chicago?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Nashville to Chicago clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Nashville to Chicago, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Tuesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Chicago, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Monday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Chicago?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Nashville to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Nashville to Chicago is September, where tickets cost $169 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $388 and $382 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Nashville to Chicago?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $307 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nashville to Chicago?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Nashville to Chicago, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Nashville to Chicago, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 53% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Nashville to Chicago

 
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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$109
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 57% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 40% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Nashville to Chicago

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nashville to Chicago based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Nashville to Chicago

  • What different kinds of flights can I find between Nashville and Chicago?

    You typically will be able to find several daily flights between Nashville and Chicago, with these journeys generally being operated by airlines such as United Airlines. Flights that require a connection are also offered as well, and your layover may occur in cities like New York or Washington, D.C. Flights that require a connection are frequently serviced by American Airlines and Delta.

  • What kinds of transportation can I use for going from downtown Nashville to Nashville International Airport?

    An easy way to go from downtown Nashville to Nashville International Airport is by car, with the drive generally taking around 10 to 15min in normal circumstances. You can choose to take public transportation instead, such as bus line 18, which will bring you to the airport in around 35 to 40min as long as there is not any extra traffic.

  • How can I travel from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to the city center?

    If you choose to drive from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to the city center, or take a taxi, you can plan on the trip normally taking around 40 to 45min in total. Otherwise, public transportation is an option as well, such as the Blue Line tram. If you take public transportation, you can be in the heart of Chicago in approximately 50 to 55min.

  • Is there an on-site car rental center at Chicago Midway International Airport?

    Chicago Midway International Airport has its own car rental facility that can be reached by a free shuttle service that picks up travelers from the Arrivals Lower Level front curb near Door 2 of the main terminal. This facility has desks for quite a few major car rental agencies, including Dollar, Hertz, and Thrifty. You will find that the fleets are located directly next to the facility, making it easy to pick up your vehicle.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Nashville to Chicago?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nashville to Chicago was $109 for a one-way ticket and $213 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Nashville and Chicago?

    A passport is not required to fly from Nashville to Chicago.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Nashville to Chicago?

    When flying out of Nashville you will be using Nashville Intl. You will be landing at one of these airports: Chicago Midway or Chicago O'Hare Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Nashville to Chicago?

    American Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Nashville to Chicago flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Nashville to Chicago?

    The Boeing 737-700 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Nashville to Chicago flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nashville to Chicago?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Nashville and Chicago, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Nashville to Chicago?

    There are nonstop flights from Nashville to Chicago on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Nashville to Chicago, Southwest or Contour?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Nashville to Chicago are Southwest and Contour. With an average price for the route of $328 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Contour is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $229 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Nashville to Chicago?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Nashville to Chicago.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Nashville to Chicago?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chicago from Nashville is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Nashville to Chicago?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chicago with an airline and back to Nashville with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Nashville to Chicago?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chicago from Nashville up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Nashville to Chicago

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $141 or less one-way and $263 or less round-trip.
  • When you fly to the Chicago region, you will typically land at one of two airports. Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is located approximately 11 miles from downtown Chicago, while Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) is around 8 miles from the city center.
  • If you’re traveling with a small child, keep in mind that Nashville International Airport (BNA) has a nursing room that is located behind the food court in the main terminal. This nursing room has a few different amenities, including a changing station, outlets, a sink, and comfortable seating.
  • To freshen up after spending the day traveling, go to the Hilton Athletic Club in Chicago O'Hare International Airport once you have landed. You can pay to use the shower facilities here and they will provide you with items like shampoo, bodywash, and a towel.
  • Treat yourself to some pampering before you board your flight at Nashville International Airport and go to one of the Massage Bar locations in Concourses B and C. This salon has massage chairs and offers foot massages.
  • Those that are traveling for business may want to get their shoes shined at Chicago Midway International Airport before heading to their meeting or conference. You can do so at the Shoe Hospital, which is located airside in Concourse A.

Prefer to fly direct from Nashville to Chicago?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Nashville Intl to Chicago.
Find which airlines fly direct from Nashville Intl Airport to Chicago, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Nashville Intl to Chicago

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +2 more

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Direct returns

Chicago to Nashville Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Southwest,United Airlines

American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Allegiant Air,American Airlines,Southwest, +1 more

Allegiant Air,American Airlines, +2 more

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Other airlines flying from Nashville to Chicago

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from Nashville to Chicago according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.