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$47+ Cheap flights from Nashville (BNA) to Chicago (CHI)

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 7/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — CHI
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nashville Intl to Chicago are usually found in August or September, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Nashville to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) to Chicago (CHI). 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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$88
(Priceline)

One-way from

$47
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$177

Good round-trip deal

$78 or less

Good one-way deal

$124 or less
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This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/153:07 pmBNA - ORD
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Sun 8/1712:35 pmORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$88
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/145:05 amBNA - ORD
1 stop11h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1812:35 pmORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$89
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/17:27 pmBNA - ORD
Nonstop2h 03mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/35:05 amORD - BNA
1 stop10h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/30$94
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/144:25 pmBNA - MDW
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Mon 8/186:25 pmMDW - BNA
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/72:35 pmBNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Mon 8/112:55 pmORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 6/30$97
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/37:00 amBNA - RFD
Nonstop1h 31mAllegiant Air
Sun 7/139:21 amRFD - BNA
Nonstop1h 30mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/29$102
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/307:30 amBNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/49:30 pmORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$118
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2910:01 amBNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/28:23 amORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$127
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1912:56 pmBNA - RFD
Nonstop1h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/223:15 pmRFD - BNA
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$136
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/224:41 pmBNA - MDW
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Sun 8/246:04 amMDW - BNA
1 stop3h 46mDelta
Deal found 7/1$177
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1910:32 amBNA - MDW
1 stop23h 56mFrontier
Sun 9/2110:18 amMDW - BNA
1 stop23h 19mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$198

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Nashville to Chicago 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nashville to Chicago that are best for you.

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NashvilleChicago

BNA - ORD

BNAORD

Nashville Intl

Fri 8/15

3:07 pm-5:11 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/17

12:35 pm-2:14 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$88

NashvilleChicago

BNA - ORD

BNAORD

Nashville Intl

Thu 8/14

5:05 am-4:10 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

12:35 pm-2:14 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$89

NashvilleChicago

BNA - ORD

BNAORD

Nashville Intl

Fri 8/1

7:27 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/3

5:05 am-3:39 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$94

NashvilleChicago

BNA - MDW

BNAMDW

Nashville Intl

Thu 8/14

4:25 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago Midway

Mon 8/18

6:25 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$97

NashvilleChicago

BNA - ORD

BNAORD

Nashville Intl

Thu 8/7

2:35 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/11

2:55 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$97

NashvilleChicago

BNA - ORD

BNAORD

Nashville Intl

Wed 7/30

7:30 am-9:28 am

Nonstop1h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/4

9:30 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$118

NashvilleChicago

BNA - ORD

BNAORD

Nashville Intl

Fri 8/29

10:01 am-11:51 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

8:23 am-9:56 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$127

NashvilleChicago

BNA - RFD

BNARFD

Nashville Intl

Fri 9/19

12:56 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Mon 9/22

3:15 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$136

NashvilleChicago

BNA - RFD

BNARFD

Nashville Intl

Fri 7/25

7:00 am-7:19 pm

1 stop12h 19m

Chicago Greater Rockford

Sun 7/27

9:21 am-10:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$138

NashvilleChicago

BNA - MDW

BNAMDW

Nashville Intl

Fri 8/22

4:41 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Chicago Midway

Sun 8/24

6:04 am-9:50 am

1 stop3h 46m

$177

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Nashville to Chicago trip
Airlines
British Airways

BA's World Traveller offers inflight entertainment and complimentary meals on long-haul flights.


BA's Club Suite provides privacy with solo pods and a door for enhanced comfort.

Read more about British Airwaysby Gabriel Leigh
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus offers empty middle seats for extra comfort on short flights.


Frontier's Zone 1 boarding is available with carry-on purchase or special fare bundles.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom and priority boarding for MileagePlus Premier members.


United's MileagePlus allows pooling miles for family use, maximizing travel benefits.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
BNA

For self-parking, Terminal Garage 1 and 2 are closest to the terminal, offering a flat daily rate.

Read more about BNAby Mark Chesnut
ORD

To reach downtown Chicago, many opt for the “L” train, which connects the city center to ORD efficiently.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
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Expert on BNA

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Best time to book a flight from Nashville to Chicago

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chicago from Nashville with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nashville to Chicago

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Nashville to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 47 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Nashville to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Nashville to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 BNA to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Nashville to Chicago at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 73% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Nashville to Chicago. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Nashville to Chicago flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Nashville to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Nashville to Chicago. 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 July 1, 2025.

The most flights from BNA to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (64 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Nashville to Chicago to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
710 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,273 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nashville to Chicago. 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 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 40 daily outbound flights to Chicago from 7 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nashville to Chicago round-trip?

    Currently priced at $88, Frontier will fly you from Nashville to Chicago and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $90 and $97, respectively. You may be able to fly from Nashville to Chicago for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nashville to Chicago one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $47 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Allegiant Air from $48 and Southwest from $49 one-way.

  • 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 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: Envoy Air (93%), Qatar Airways (88%), Turkish Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nashville to Chicago?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,860 for a flight from Nashville to Chicago. The cheapest flight overall is $71 while the most popular route, (Nashville Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl) is currently priced at $58.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nashville to Chicago 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 Nashville to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Nashville to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Nashville to Chicago

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Nashville to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$34Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$84FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$58Average$79FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
American AirlinesCheapest$98Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$111Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$117Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$118Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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