Cheap flights from Nashville (BNA) to Chicago (CHI) from $41
This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
The best prices from Nashville Intl to Chicago are usually found in October or September, booked 40 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday
How to find the cheapest flight from Nashville (BNA) to Chicago (CHI)
All the information you need to plan the best BNA to CHI flight in 2023: compare Nashville to Chicago flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Chicago.
Popular in | April |
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Cheapest in | October |
Round-trip from | $207 |
One-way from | $78 |
BNA - CHI Price | $207 - $364 |
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CHI Temperature | 23 - 73.4 °F |
CHI Rainfall | 1.7 - 4.9 inches |
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Nashville to Chicago?
Saturday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Nashville to Chicago. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chicago.
How far in advance should I book a flight from Nashville to Chicago?
Find a great deal and save up to 49% by booking at least 38 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Nashville to Chicago within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $325.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Chicago?
Our data shows that October tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Nashville. Users have commonly found prices around $297 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $171. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in April.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Nashville to Chicago (BNA - CHI)?
It’s typically best to fly out from Nashville to Chicago in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.
Cheap United Airlines flights from Nashville to Chicago
Check out some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've come across from Nashville to Chicago. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Nashville to Chicago
Some of the lowest-priced Spirit Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Nashville to Chicago. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Cheap Nashville to Chicago flights in September & October 2023
The best prices found for BNA to CHI flights for September, October
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Chicago in 2023 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Nashville to Chicago 2023 flight deals
Cheap flights to Chicago from Nashville found for this year
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Non-stop flights to Chicago from Nashville
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One-way flights to Chicago from Nashville
The cheapest one-way flights from Nashville to Chicago
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Depart
Return
Price
Nashville IntlChicago O'Hare Intl
BNA - ORD
BNAORD
Nashville Intl
mié. 11/1
1 stop13h 00m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
mar. 11/7
1 stop7h 55m
Nashville IntlChicago O'Hare Intl
BNA - ORD
BNAORD
Nashville Intl
jue. 11/2
1 stop7h 46m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
mar. 11/7
1 stop7h 55m
Nashville IntlChicago O'Hare Intl
BNA - ORD
BNAORD
Nashville Intl
mié. 10/25
1 stop7h 46m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
sáb. 10/28
1 stop10h 10m
Nashville IntlChicago O'Hare Intl
BNA - ORD
BNAORD
Nashville Intl
sáb. 10/28
1 stop13h 00m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
sáb. 11/4
1 stop7h 55m
Nashville IntlChicago Midway
BNA - MDW
BNAMDW
Nashville Intl
vie. 10/27
1 stop6h 09m
Chicago Midway
lun. 10/30
2 stops10h 19m
Nashville IntlChicago O'Hare Intl
BNA - ORD
BNAORD
Nashville Intl
jue. 10/26
Nonstop1h 55m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
lun. 10/30
Nonstop1h 44m
Nashville IntlChicago Midway
BNA - MDW
BNAMDW
Nashville Intl
mié. 10/25
1 stop4h 49m
Chicago Midway
sáb. 10/28
1 stop5h 07m
Nashville IntlChicago O'Hare Intl
BNA - ORD
BNAORD
Nashville Intl
jue. 10/19
Nonstop1h 46m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
lun. 10/23
Nonstop1h 37m
Nashville IntlChicago Midway
BNA - MDW
BNAMDW
Nashville Intl
sáb. 10/28
1 stop20h 20m
Chicago Midway
sáb. 11/4
1 stop28h 24m
Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago
To help decide which airline to fly from Nashville to Chicago, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.
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Comfort
Overall
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Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.
Entertainment
Food
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Boarding
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Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.
Entertainment
Food
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Boarding
Reviews
Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.
Entertainment
Food
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Boarding
Reviews
Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.
Entertainment
Food
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Boarding
Reviews
Flight delayed from 7:45 to 1:00 Pm. No effort from delta to reschedule. Left me arriving after my connection departure. I had to rebook. Myself. But no seat assignments. Put me in last seat that doesn’t recline. This was returning from Florida. Going to Florida my flight was cancelled. I had to rebook on another airline that cost me double.
Related info for your journey
Useful info, stats and facts about Nashville to Chicago flights.
What airport do you fly from for flights from Nashville to Chicago?
Located just 6.0 mi from the city center, Nashville Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago from Nashville. Booking flights from Nashville Intl (BNA) to Chicago should be relatively easy as there are 47 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 4 different airlines.
Can I find flights from Nashville to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?
Yes, there are multiple flights from Nashville to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $88, but on average you can expect to pay $112.
Are there nonstop flights from Nashville to Chicago for under $200 on Cheapflights?
Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Nashville to Chicago under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Nashville to Chicago is less than $231.
Are there last-minute flights available from Nashville to Chicago for under $200?
There are currently 20+ open flights from Nashville to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.
What days are nonstop flights available from Nashville to Chicago?
Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
How many flights depart from Nashville to Chicago on average per day?
On average, you can expect to see 25 flights from Nashville to Chicago a day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 4% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 24% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 72% of flight departures
How long is the flight from Nashville to Chicago?
There are many flights that can get you from Nashville to Chicago in 13h. Fly via Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Nashville to Chicago is about 411 mi.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Nashville to Chicago round-trip?
Currently priced at $88, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Nashville to Chicago and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. You may be able to fly from Nashville to Chicago for 70% less than the average price by searching for this airline.
What are the most popular routes from Nashville to Chicago?
When deciding which route to take from Nashville to Chicago consider Nashville Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Nashville Intl - Chicago Midway or Nashville Intl - Chicago Greater Rockford as they are the most popular.
What are the most popular airlines that fly from Nashville to Chicago?
Consider American Airlines, Spirit Airlines or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Nashville to Chicago.
What are the most reliable airlines from Nashville to Chicago?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Nashville to Chicago on time: Qatar Airways (93%), Royal Jordanian (84%), Iberia (84%).
What are the cheapest flights from Nashville to Chicago?
On average you can expect to pay $856 for a flight from Nashville to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $89 while the most popular route, (Nashville Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $88.
What does BNA to ORD mean?
This is defined as Nashville Intl Airport (BNA) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Codes like Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).
Other flights from Nashville
Top 4 airlines flying from Nashville to Chicago
The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Nashville to Chicago choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Hourly flight availability from Nashville to Chicago
See what time of day planes typically take off from Nashville to Chicago
| 13%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
|---|---|
| 47%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
| 38%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
| 2%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |
Weekly flight availability from Nashville to Chicago
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Nashville to Chicago
| Sunday | 45daily flights |
|---|---|
| Monday | 56daily flights |
| Tuesday | 44daily flights |
| Wednesday | 44daily flights |
| Thursday | 51daily flights |
| Friday | 55daily flights |
| Saturday | 36daily flights |