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Cheap flights from Chicago to Nashville from £85

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 30/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BNA
19 Aug — 26 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 20 July 2026.

Mon 24/812:30
ORD
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BNA
1 stop3h 40m
Contour
Thu 27/808:00
BNA
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ORD
1 stop3h 40m
Contour
Deal found 16/7£152
Sat 15/818:14
ORD
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BNA
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Sat 22/812:33
BNA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 15/7£161
Mon 24/820:43
ORD
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 46m
American Airlines
Thu 27/817:54
BNA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 16/7£162
Sat 22/819:45
ORD
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Sun 6/914:58
BNA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7£165
Thu 6/814:12
ORD
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 10/811:15
BNA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 16/7£169
Sat 5/914:05
ORD
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 52m
United Airlines
Tue 8/914:58
BNA
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/7£172
Sat 5/914:30
ORD
-
BNA
1 stop7h 01m
Delta
Tue 8/905:15
BNA
-
ORD
1 stop4h 09m
Delta
Deal found 15/7£176
Sat 5/914:30
ORD
-
BNA
1 stop7h 01m
Delta
Sun 6/909:37
BNA
-
ORD
1 stop4h 43m
Delta
Deal found 17/7£177
Mon 31/821:10
ORD
-
BNA
1 stop13h 07m
Frontier
Mon 7/911:12
BNA
-
ORD
1 stop11h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 17/7£182
Thu 6/805:30
ORD
-
BNA
1 stop5h 53m
Delta
Mon 10/816:54
BNA
-
ORD
1 stop7h 03m
Delta
Deal found 16/7£184

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 20 July 2026.

Round-trip from

£152

One-way from

£85

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

December

Average price

£250

Good one-way deal

£130 or less
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  • 24/8-27/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 7h 20m total
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  • 3h 40m total
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ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

14:30-21:31

1 stop7h 01m

Nashville Intl

Tue 8/9

05:15-09:24

1 stop4h 09m

£176

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 6/8

17:20-22:25

1 stop5h 05m

Nashville Intl

Mon 10/8

14:10-20:30

1 stop6h 20m

£176

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/9

14:30-21:31

1 stop7h 01m

Nashville Intl

Sun 6/9

09:37-14:20

1 stop4h 43m

£176

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 17/8

15:40-17:32

Nonstop1h 52m

Nashville Intl

Thu 20/8

17:00-19:00

Nonstop2h 00m

£184

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/10

08:05-14:39

1 stop6h 34m

Nashville Intl

Mon 5/10

06:00-10:37

1 stop4h 37m

£184

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/10

12:30-16:10

1 stop3h 40m

Nashville Intl

Sun 11/10

08:00-11:40

1 stop3h 40m

£212

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/9

12:30-16:10

1 stop3h 40m

Nashville Intl

Mon 7/9

08:00-11:40

1 stop3h 40m

£212

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 13/8

12:30-16:10

1 stop3h 40m

Nashville Intl

Sun 16/8

08:00-11:40

1 stop3h 40m

£212

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 11/10

12:30-16:10

1 stop3h 40m

Nashville Intl

Sun 18/10

08:00-11:40

1 stop3h 40m

£212

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 13/8

12:30-16:10

1 stop3h 40m

Nashville Intl

Fri 14/8

08:00-11:40

1 stop3h 40m

£212

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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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Nashville (average of £131). Flying from Chicago to Nashville in February is currently the most expensive (average of £263). 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 20 July 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Nashville in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 87% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 20 July 2026.

The most flights from CHI to BNA are scheduled on a Sunday (65 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (48 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 19% of weekly flights between Chicago and Nashville have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 130 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 15% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Nashville, you should look to book at least 88 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.

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 56 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?

    Delta and United Airlines can get you from Chicago to Nashville in just under 1h 52m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 09m. The distance from Chicago to Nashville is about 410 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Consider Republic Airways (90%), Envoy Air (71%) or Air New Zealand (71%) 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Nashville (average of £131). Flying from Chicago to Nashville in February is currently the most expensive (average of £263). 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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