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$61+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Tennessee

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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BNA
févr. 13 — févr. 201
ven. 2/13
ven. 2/20
1 adult, Economy
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Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$131
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$61
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$244

Good round-trip deal

$140 or less

Good one-way deal

$165 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Tennessee. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on janvier 14, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
jeu. 6/112:46 pm
MDW
-
TYS
Nonstop1h 28m
Allegiant Air
dim. 6/141:22 pm
TYS
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 34m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/12$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
jeu. 2/58:10 am
ORD
-
TYS
1 stop8h 43m
Multiple Airlines
dim. 2/81:39 pm
TYS
-
ORD
1 stop25h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$150
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
jeu. 2/264:16 pm
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 3/311:15 am
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop8h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
mer. 2/256:02 pm
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop24h 07m
Frontier
dim. 3/18:09 pm
MEM
-
ORD
2 stops18h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 1/13$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
jeu. 7/22:48 pm
MDW
-
TYS
Nonstop1h 30m
Allegiant Air
dim. 7/51:22 pm
TYS
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 36m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/11$169
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
ven. 2/207:45 am
MDW
-
BNA
1 stop6h 48m
Frontier
lun. 2/2310:50 am
BNA
-
MDW
1 stop9h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 1/12$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
sam. 2/712:00 pm
ORD
-
BNA
1 stop7h 43m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 2/108:12 pm
BNA
-
ORD
2 stops15h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
jeu. 2/194:16 pm
ORD
-
MEM
1 stop26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 2/235:07 pm
MEM
-
ORD
1 stop18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$173
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
mar. 1/277:20 am
ORD
-
BNA
1 stop12h 23m
Spirit Airlines
ven. 1/308:12 pm
BNA
-
ORD
1 stop15h 10m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/13$173
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
dim. 1/258:43 pm
ORD
-
BNA
1 stop10h 42m
Spirit Airlines
jeu. 1/298:40 am
BNA
-
ORD
1 stop10h 58m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/13$174
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 1/317:20 am
ORD
-
BNA
1 stop12h 23m
Multiple Airlines
lun. 2/210:32 am
BNA
-
ORD
1 stop10h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/13$175
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
ven. 4/175:55 pm
MDW
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
sam. 4/188:55 pm
BNA
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/11$175

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Tennessee 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 janvier 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Tennessee that are best for you.

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ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jeu. 2/5

7:42 am-10:32 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

dim. 2/8

6:45 am-7:48 am

Nonstop2h 03m

$189

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 3/6

6:06 pm-8:47 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

lun. 3/9

7:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$189

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ven. 4/3

2:06 pm-4:52 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

dim. 4/5

7:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$189

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer. 2/11

6:10 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

mer. 2/18

6:45 am-7:47 am

Nonstop2h 02m

$189

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer. 3/11

6:06 pm-8:47 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

lun. 3/16

7:00 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$189

ChicagoKnoxville

ORD - TYS

ORDTYS

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jeu. 4/16

7:45 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

dim. 4/19

7:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$189

ChicagoChattanooga

ORD - CHA

ORDCHA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mer. 3/25

5:45 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Chattanooga Lovell Field

mar. 3/31

6:30 am-7:39 am

Nonstop2h 09m

$189

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

ven. 4/3

5:25 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

lun. 4/6

5:10 am-6:45 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$191

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

mar. 3/24

3:35 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Nashville Intl

ven. 3/27

7:40 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$191

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mar. 3/24

2:40 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Nashville Intl

ven. 3/27

11:00 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$191

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Tennessee

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Tennessee

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tennessee (average of $37). Flying from Chicago to Tennessee in January is currently the most expensive (average of $97). 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 TN?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Tennessee. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated janvier 14, 2026.

When flying from Chicago to Tennessee, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 6% versus a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Tennessee. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Tennessee

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Tennessee. 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 janvier 14, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to USTN are scheduled on a Monday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Tennessee

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tennessee. 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 Tennessee. Reviews last updated janvier 14, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago to Tennessee to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,156 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,118 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
702 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,056 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Tennessee. 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 Chicago to Tennessee?

    United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta can get you from Chicago to Tennessee in just under 1h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 56m. The distance between Chicago and Tennessee is about 395 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Tennessee 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 $35 while deals on Southwest start at $45 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Nashville Intl, Chicago Midway - Nashville Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Knoxville McGhee Tyson when deciding on the best route from Chicago to Tennessee.

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

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

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Tennessee?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Tennessee is $88. On average you can expect to pay $378. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Nashville Intl), can usually be booked for $135.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Tennessee (average of $37). Flying from Chicago to Tennessee in January is currently the most expensive (average of $97). 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 Chicago to Tennessee

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Tennessee. 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 janvier 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$78Average$134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$116Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$123Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Denver Air ConnectionCheapest$158Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$208Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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