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$72+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — BNA
Feb 6 — Feb 131
Fri 2/6
Fri 2/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Nashville

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Nashville flight deals. Data was last updated January 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$143
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$72
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$235

Good round-trip deal

$136 or less

Good one-way deal

$137 or less
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Cheapest flights from Illinois to Nashville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Nashville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 7, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Wed 2/45:42 pmSTL - BNA
1 stop14h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/119:25 amBNA - STL
1 stop13h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$143
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Tue 2/35:42 pmSTL - BNA
1 stop14h 47mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/105:50 pmBNA - STL
1 stop28h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$145
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/299:50 amSTL - BNA
1 stop3h 58mSouthern / Mokulele
Thu 2/52:35 pmBNA - STL
1 stop4h 01mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 1/5$152
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/39:50 amSTL - BNA
1 stop3h 58mSouthern / Mokulele
Tue 2/102:35 pmBNA - STL
1 stop4h 01mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 1/6$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Sat 2/213:49 pmSTL - BNA
1 stop21h 51mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/242:54 pmBNA - STL
1 stop7h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 1/297:20 amORD - BNA
1 stop12h 23mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/28:12 pmBNA - ORD
1 stop15h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/5$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Wed 2/258:30 amORD - BNA
1 stop23h 45mFrontier
Thu 2/267:35 pmBNA - ORD
1 stop17h 50mFrontier
Deal found 1/5$161
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 2/209:50 amSTL - BNA
1 stop3h 58mSouthern / Mokulele
Fri 2/272:35 pmBNA - STL
1 stop4h 01mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 1/6$162
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/2010:48 amORD - BNA
1 stop8h 29mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/229:25 amBNA - ORD
1 stop10h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/5$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Mon 2/21:00 pmMDW - BNA
1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/69:25 amBNA - MDW
1 stop10h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Sun 2/85:42 pmSTL - BNA
1 stop21h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/119:25 amBNA - STL
1 stop13h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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.
Fri 2/611:45 amORD - BNA
1 stop7h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/82:51 pmBNA - ORD
1 stop7h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5$163

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Nashville that are best for you.

Fly from

Illinois

Fly to

Nashville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisNashville

STL - BNA

STLBNA

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 2/4

5:42 pm-8:29 am

1 stop14h 47m

Nashville Intl

Wed 2/11

9:25 am-10:27 pm

1 stop13h 02m

$143

St. LouisNashville

STL - BNA

STLBNA

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/3

9:50 am-1:48 pm

1 stop3h 58m

Nashville Intl

Tue 2/10

2:35 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$153

St. LouisNashville

STL - BNA

STLBNA

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 2/21

3:49 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop21h 51m

Nashville Intl

Tue 2/24

2:54 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$158

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/29

9:33 am-1:26 pm

1 stop3h 53m

Nashville Intl

Mon 2/2

10:48 am-5:29 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$163

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/18

6:45 am-12:44 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Nashville Intl

Thu 2/19

5:29 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$163

St. LouisNashville

STL - BNA

STLBNA

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/8

5:42 pm-3:24 pm

1 stop21h 42m

Nashville Intl

Wed 2/11

9:25 am-10:27 pm

1 stop13h 02m

$163

St. LouisNashville

STL - BNA

STLBNA

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 2/20

9:50 am-1:48 pm

1 stop3h 58m

Nashville Intl

Fri 2/27

2:35 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$166

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/4

7:40 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Nashville Intl

Tue 4/7

6:50 am-8:25 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$167

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/1

9:15 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Nashville Intl

Sat 4/4

7:25 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 52m

$167

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/4

8:13 pm-9:59 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Nashville Intl

Tue 4/7

11:32 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$167

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Nashville

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Illinois to Nashville

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Nashville (average of $37). Flying from Illinois to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $79). 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 IL to BNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 January 7, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Illinois to Nashville in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 32% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Nashville. Price data was last updated on January 3, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Nashville

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 January 7, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to BNA are scheduled on a Wednesday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Most people fly into Nashville Intl (BNA) if they book a flight to Nashville from Illinois. Nashville Intl is conveniently located just 6.0 mi from Nashville’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Nashville?

    Airlines like Southern / Mokulele, Delta, and Southwest fly from Illinois to Nashville in about 1h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 28m. There are 395 mi between Illinois and Nashville. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $26. Spirit Airlines flights start at $28 while deals on Southwest start at $45 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Nashville?

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - Nashville Intl or Lambert-St Louis - Nashville Intl, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Nashville Intl is the most popular route from Illinois to Nashville.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Nashville are Envoy Air (74%), Iberia (67%) and Turkish Airlines (66%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Nashville?

    On average you can expect to pay $354 for a flight from Illinois to Nashville. The cheapest flight overall is $85 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Nashville Intl) is currently priced at $143.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Nashville (average of $37). Flying from Illinois to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $79). 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 Illinois to Nashville

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 January 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$78Average$116FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$116Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$123Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$213Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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