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$68+ Cheap flights from Tennessee 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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — CHI
Apr 23 — Apr 301
Thu 4/23
Thu 4/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tennessee to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Tennessee to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tennessee to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 24, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/94:43 pm
CHA
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ORD
1 stop7h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/151:27 pm
ORD
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CHA
1 stop30h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$172
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/238:30 pm
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop9h 38m
Frontier
Sat 4/258:58 pm
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop15h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/22$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/711:59 am
MEM
-
MDW
1 stop10h 03m
Frontier
Sun 5/106:00 am
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop4h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 3/23$180
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 5/44:10 pm
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 35m
Southwest
Wed 5/61:55 pm
MDW
-
MEM
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Tue 4/146:10 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop6h 35m
Delta
Thu 4/235:15 am
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop4h 20m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 4/185:59 pm
MEM
-
MDW
1 stop4h 29m
Delta
Wed 4/226:00 am
MDW
-
MEM
1 stop5h 12m
Delta
Deal found 3/20$187
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 4/217:30 am
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop1h 56m
United Airlines
Wed 4/228:03 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop2h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/24$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 4/137:34 pm
MEM
-
ORD
Nonstop2h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 4/1410:05 pm
ORD
-
MEM
Nonstop1h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/20$190
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 4/139:35 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Tue 4/1411:55 am
ORD
-
MEM
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Sat 4/185:00 am
MEM
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Sat 4/2512:45 pm
MDW
-
MEM
2 stops8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Tue 4/218:15 am
TYS
-
MDW
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Tue 4/289:10 am
MDW
-
TYS
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$192
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/173:27 pm
BNA
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ORD
1 stop8h 57m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/227:15 pm
ORD
-
BNA
1 stop13h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/23$194

Find flight deals from Tennessee to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Tennessee to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated March 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$172
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$267

Good round-trip deal

$113 or less

Good one-way deal

$154 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 10% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Tennessee 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 March 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tennessee to Chicago that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Wed 5/27

6:35 am-1:01 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/28

7:07 am-11:39 am

1 stop4h 32m

$187

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Thu 4/9

5:05 am-6:40 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/13

4:00 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$192

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Tue 4/21

8:15 am-5:05 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/28

9:10 am-7:40 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$192

NashvilleChicago

BNA - ORD

BNAORD

Nashville Intl

Tue 4/21

3:27 pm-12:24 am

1 stop8h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

7:15 pm-8:35 am

1 stop13h 20m

$195

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Sat 4/18

10:05 am-6:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/25

12:45 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$202

MemphisChicago

MEM - MDW

MEMMDW

Memphis

Sat 4/18

5:25 am-2:40 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Chicago Midway

Mon 4/20

11:45 am-5:45 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$202

KnoxvilleChicago

TYS - MDW

TYSMDW

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 6/6

1:35 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Chicago Midway

Tue 6/9

11:50 am-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$204

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Sat 4/18

5:25 am-3:30 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

2:40 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$208

MemphisChicago

MEM - ORD

MEMORD

Memphis

Tue 4/21

8:10 am-12:50 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/22

11:55 am-5:35 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$209
Quickest round-trip

NashvilleChicago

BNA - ORD

BNAORD

Nashville Intl

Tue 4/21

11:00 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

2:40 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$215

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Best time to book a flight from Tennessee to Chicago

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tennessee to Chicago (average of $58). Flying from Tennessee to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 TN to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Tennessee 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 March 24, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Tennessee to Chicago in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 27% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tennessee to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Tennessee to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Tennessee 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 March 24, 2026.

The most flights from USTN to CHI are scheduled on a Tuesday (68 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Tennessee to Chicago?

    For as low as $192, Delta can have you in Chicago from Tennessee in 1h 35m. Tennessee and Chicago are separated by a distance of 481 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $34. Spirit Airlines flights start at $37 while deals on Allegiant Air start at $39 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Tennessee to Chicago?

    When deciding which route to take from Tennessee to Chicago consider Nashville Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Chattanooga Lovell Field - Chicago O'Hare Intl or Memphis - Chicago O'Hare Intl as they are the most popular.

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

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Tennessee, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (92%), ANA (77%), Air Canada( 73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Tennessee to Chicago?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Tennessee to Chicago? While on average our users pay $907, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $109. The most popular route (Nashville Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), is priced around $158.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tennessee to Chicago (average of $58). Flying from Tennessee to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of $189). 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 8 airlines flying from Tennessee to Chicago

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Tennessee 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 March 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$38Average$81FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$58Average$95FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$59Average$129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$102Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$109Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$110Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Denver Air ConnectionCheapest$158Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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