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

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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BNA
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$85
(Frontier)

One-way from

$47
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$218

Good round-trip deal

$89 or less

Good one-way deal

$71 or less
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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 July 28, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Tue 8/1911:36 amORD - BNA
1 stop10h 33mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/206:05 amBNA - ORD
1 stop13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$84
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/712:35 pmORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Mon 8/113:01 pmBNA - ORD
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$85
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/139:45 amMDW - BNA
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Tue 9/163:45 pmBNA - MDW
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/26$87
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/231:52 pmORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/245:19 pmBNA - ORD
1 stop6h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$89
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 8/217:00 amORD - BNA
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Sat 8/232:35 pmBNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/25$92
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Mon 8/1810:58 amORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/205:58 pmBNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$121
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Sat 8/22:44 pmMDW - BNA
1 stop9h 17mFrontier
Sat 8/97:00 amBNA - MDW
1 stop13h 54mFrontier
Deal found 7/26$185
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Fri 8/1512:43 pmMDW - BNA
1 stop5h 41mDelta
Wed 8/206:20 amBNA - MDW
1 stop5h 28mDelta
Deal found 7/27$201

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ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

11:36 am-10:09 pm

1 stop10h 33m

Nashville Intl

Wed 8/20

6:05 am-7:07 pm

1 stop13h 02m

$84

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/7

12:35 pm-2:14 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Nashville Intl

Mon 8/11

3:01 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$85

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/13

9:45 am-3:50 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Nashville Intl

Tue 9/16

3:45 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$87

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 10/23

1:52 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Nashville Intl

Sat 10/25

8:36 am-5:55 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$89

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 8/21

7:00 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/23

2:35 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$92

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

10:58 am-12:48 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Nashville Intl

Wed 8/20

10:39 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$121

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/9

2:44 pm-12:02 am

1 stop9h 18m

Nashville Intl

Thu 8/14

7:27 pm-11:41 am

1 stop16h 14m

$189

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Fri 8/15

12:43 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Nashville Intl

Wed 8/20

6:20 am-11:48 am

1 stop5h 28m

$201

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/17

12:35 pm-2:14 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$47

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

11:36 am-10:09 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$48

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The best insider tips for Chicago to Nashville flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Nashville trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier offers extra comfort seats with 32” separation for a fee, enhancing short-haul comfort.


Early check-in helps avoid overbooking issues and secure your seat on Frontier flights.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags, a great perk for budget travelers.


Southwest's open seating policy allows flexibility; check in early for better seat choice.

Read more about Southwestby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for short flights.


United's Basic Economy restricts carry-ons; consider upgrading for more flexibility.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Airports
ORD

Use the free shuttle train outside security to navigate between terminals at ORD efficiently.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
MDW

Order food via the airport’s mobile system to your gate to avoid missing Southwest’s open seating boarding process.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
BNA

For quick city access, use WeGo Public Transit’s Route 18 from BNA, running every 45 minutes to downtown Nashville.

Read more about BNAby Mark Chesnut
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier and Southwest

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD and MDW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on BNA

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Nashville

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nashville from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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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 round-trip flight from Chicago to Nashville. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Nashville. 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 Chicago to Nashville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from Chicago to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $291). 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 July 28, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Chicago to Nashville by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Nashville. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

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

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 July 28, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to BNA are scheduled on a Monday (70 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (45 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Nashville?

Reviews of airlines servicing Nashville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nashville. 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 Nashville. Reviews last updated July 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Chicago to Nashville by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,893 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,913 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

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 57 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 6 airlines. Nashville Intl is conveniently located just 6.0 mi from Nashville’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Nashville is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $85 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Southwest, starting at $87 and $87 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Nashville for 58% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $47. Users have also found prices from $49 and $49 on United Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Nashville are Sun Country Air (100%), Republic Airways (86%) and Air Canada (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Nashville?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Nashville is $44. On average you can expect to pay $292. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Nashville Intl), can usually be booked for $67.

  • 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 vacation 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 $220). Flying from Chicago to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $291). 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 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Nashville

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Nashville. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$86FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$68Average$101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
SouthwestCheapest$100Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$108Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$116Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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