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Cheap flights from Chicago to Nashville from £81

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BNA
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Nashville Intl are usually found in December or August, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Nashville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Nashville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 March 2026.

Tue 21/414:40
ORD
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Tue 28/411:00
BNA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 22/3£161
Tue 28/419:15
ORD
-
BNA
1 stop13h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 4/515:13
BNA
-
ORD
1 stop9h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 18/3£172
Sat 25/413:55
ORD
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Tue 28/411:00
BNA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 22/3£178
Sat 2/509:16
ORD
-
BNA
2 stops14h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 9/515:13
BNA
-
ORD
1 stop9h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 18/3£184
Wed 13/514:40
ORD
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Fri 15/511:00
BNA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 22/3£196
Sat 18/418:10
ORD
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 46m
United Airlines
Sat 25/411:33
BNA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/3£203
Wed 6/511:55
ORD
-
BNA
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Sat 9/513:35
BNA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 22/3£207
Sat 18/413:55
ORD
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 45m
Southwest
Mon 20/411:00
BNA
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 19/3£209

Find flight deals from Chicago to Nashville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Nashville (BNA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 23 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£161

One-way from

£81

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

£226

Good one-way deal

£68 or less
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  • 21/4-28/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 30m total
  • Chicago to Nashville
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  • 21/4
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  • 1h 40m total
  • Chicago to Nashville
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ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

14:40-16:20

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

Tue 28/4

11:00-12:50

Nonstop1h 50m

£161

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/5

13:55-15:40

Nonstop1h 45m

Nashville Intl

Sat 9/5

13:35-15:30

Nonstop1h 55m

£203

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

13:35-21:50

1 stop8h 15m

Nashville Intl

Fri 15/5

11:00-12:50

Nonstop1h 50m

£203

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 28/4

14:40-16:20

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

Mon 4/5

11:00-12:50

Nonstop1h 50m

£209

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 26/5

13:35-21:50

1 stop8h 15m

Nashville Intl

Wed 27/5

11:00-12:50

Nonstop1h 50m

£211

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/5

13:55-15:40

Nonstop1h 45m

Nashville Intl

Tue 12/5

06:15-15:00

1 stop8h 45m

£211

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 22/4

14:40-16:20

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

Sat 25/4

15:10-21:55

1 stop6h 45m

£211

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/4

05:15-10:13

1 stop4h 58m

Nashville Intl

Tue 21/4

14:34-20:16

1 stop5h 42m

£218

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/5

14:40-16:20

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

Thu 14/5

11:00-12:50

Nonstop1h 50m

£224

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

07:05-08:53

Nonstop1h 48m

Nashville Intl

Fri 15/5

07:35-09:28

Nonstop1h 53m

£228

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Nashville

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Nashville

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chicago to Nashville. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Nashville, you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Nashville?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Nashville (average of £37). Flying from Chicago to Nashville in February is currently the most expensive (average of £116). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to BNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Nashville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 March 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Nashville in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 78% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Nashville

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Nashville. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 23 March 2026.

The most flights from CHI to BNA are scheduled on a Friday (63 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chicago to Nashville?

How often are flights from Chicago to Nashville delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Chicago and Nashville have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 127 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Nashville flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Nashville flights?

Over the past year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Nashville. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nashville from Chicago?

    Most people fly into Nashville Intl (BNA) if they book a flight to Nashville from Chicago. On average, Nashville Intl has 52 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 0 airlines. Nashville Intl is conveniently located just 6.0 mi from Nashville’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Nashville?

    Southwest can get you from Chicago to Nashville in just under 1h 40m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. The distance from Chicago to Nashville is about 410 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Nashville?

    Consider PSA Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (93%) or Air Canada (67%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Nashville.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Nashville that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Nashville flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Nashville?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Nashville.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Nashville?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Nashville by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Nashville?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Nashville (average of £37). Flying from Chicago to Nashville in February is currently the most expensive (average of £116). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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