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Cheap flights from Chicago to Nashville from £36

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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BNA
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Nashville Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£71

One-way from

£36

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£146

Good one-way deal

£66 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 25/10-25/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Chicago to Nashville
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Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 18/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Chicago to Nashville
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£19 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Nashville Intl.
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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 16 September 2025.

Tue 14/1015:10ORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Wed 15/1010:55BNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 15/9£71
Tue 14/1015:10ORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Tue 21/1009:10BNA - ORD
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 14/9£78
Fri 24/1016:44ORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sun 26/1021:02BNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/9£81
Tue 7/1006:00ORD - BNA
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Wed 8/1010:55BNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 14/9£82
Fri 3/1017:17ORD - BNA
1 stop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/1014:01BNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/9£85
Tue 21/1007:00ORD - BNA
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Thu 23/1005:20BNA - ORD
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 16/9£89
Sun 19/1007:15ORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 25/1006:00BNA - ORD
Nonstop2h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/9£93
Sat 6/1206:05ORD - BNA
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
Tue 9/1207:45BNA - ORD
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 16/9£94
Fri 5/1214:15ORD - BNA
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Tue 9/1210:20BNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 15/9£100
Mon 13/1007:15ORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 14/1008:00BNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/9£102

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Nashville that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
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ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/12

14:00-15:44

Nonstop1h 44m

Nashville Intl

Sat 13/12

12:45-14:35

Nonstop1h 50m

£71

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/12

12:45-14:28

Nonstop1h 43m

Nashville Intl

Tue 9/12

08:00-09:50

Nonstop1h 50m

£71

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 17/1

10:55-12:36

Nonstop1h 41m

Nashville Intl

Tue 20/1

14:52-16:49

Nonstop1h 57m

£71

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/12

13:45-15:20

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

Mon 8/12

05:50-13:00

1 stop7h 10m

£78

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/10

06:00-11:35

1 stop5h 35m

Nashville Intl

Wed 8/10

10:55-12:45

Nonstop1h 50m

£78

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 21/10

17:45-22:40

1 stop4h 55m

Nashville Intl

Thu 23/10

14:35-16:25

Nonstop1h 50m

£78

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 6/12

13:45-15:20

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

Tue 9/12

13:30-21:50

2 stops8h 20m

£82

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/12

06:05-11:50

1 stop5h 45m

Nashville Intl

Sat 13/12

06:05-13:00

1 stop6h 55m

£86

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/12

14:00-15:44

Nonstop1h 44m

Nashville Intl

Sun 14/12

08:00-09:50

Nonstop1h 50m

£93

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/10

17:45-23:25

1 stop5h 40m

Nashville Intl

Sat 25/10

06:05-11:50

1 stop5h 45m

£108

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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 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Nashville, you should look to book at least 72 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Nashville (average of £718). Flying from Chicago to Nashville in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,035). 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 16 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chicago to Nashville at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% 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 16 September 2025.

The most flights from CHI to BNA are scheduled on a Monday (67 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

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

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 47 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 1 airline. Nashville Intl is conveniently located just 6.0 mi from Nashville’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Nashville?

    United Airlines and Southwest can get you from Chicago to Nashville in just under 1h 35m. 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 is the cheapest airline to fly from Chicago to Nashville round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines (£129), offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Nashville. This flight start at 12% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Republic Airways (91%), United Airlines (81%) or Envoy Air (78%) 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Nashville (average of £718). Flying from Chicago to Nashville in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,035). 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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