Tennessee

$67+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Tennessee

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ORD — BNA
Jan 15 — Jan 221
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Tennessee

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Tennessee
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Tennessee. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 16, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/229:16 pmPIA - BNA
Nonstop1h 14mAllegiant Air
Fri 1/21:31 pmBNA - PIA
Nonstop1h 17mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/14$131
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/299:50 amSTL - BNA
1 stop3h 58mSouthern / Mokulele
Mon 1/52:35 pmBNA - STL
1 stop4h 01mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 12/14$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/169:50 amSTL - BNA
1 stop3h 58mSouthern / Mokulele
Mon 12/222:35 pmBNA - STL
1 stop4h 01mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 12/15$192
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/309:50 amSTL - BNA
1 stop3h 58mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/27:02 pmBNA - STL
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$201
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/245:50 pmORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:00 amBNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$215
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/297:22 pmORD - CHA
Nonstop1h 53mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/27:35 amCHA - ORD
Nonstop2h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$219
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/314:53 pmORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/15:30 amBNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$222
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/247:00 amORD - BNA
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Thu 1/16:15 amBNA - ORD
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 12/15$235
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/249:29 amMDW - BNA
1 stop4h 13mDelta
Wed 12/3110:35 amBNA - MDW
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Deal found 12/15$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/295:59 pmORD - CHA
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:38 amCHA - ORD
Nonstop2h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Thu 12/255:50 pmORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 41mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/196:00 amBNA - ORD
Nonstop2h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$237
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Thu 12/186:12 amMDW - MEM
1 stop8h 56mFrontier
Sun 12/214:18 pmMEM - MDW
1 stop5h 54mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$238

Find flight deals from Illinois to Tennessee

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Tennessee flight deals. Data was last updated December 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$80
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$67
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$208

Good round-trip deal

$90 or less

Good one-way deal

$54 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Nashville Intl flight deals.
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From Illinois to Tennessee
One-way flight from Illinois to Tennessee
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Tennessee.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Tennessee.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Tennessee that are best for you.

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Illinois

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Depart

Return

Price

PeoriaNashville

PIA - BNA

PIABNA

Greater Peoria

Fri 1/2

9:41 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Nashville Intl

Mon 1/5

1:31 pm-2:48 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$80

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

8:05 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Nashville Intl

Sat 2/28

7:15 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$152

St. LouisNashville

STL - BNA

STLBNA

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 1/29

9:50 am-1:48 pm

1 stop3h 58m

Nashville Intl

Mon 2/2

2:35 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$155

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/13

6:45 am-12:59 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Nashville Intl

Tue 1/20

6:15 am-12:51 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$157

St. LouisNashville

STL - BNA

STLBNA

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 1/12

9:50 am-1:48 pm

1 stop3h 58m

Nashville Intl

Tue 1/13

2:35 pm-6:36 pm

1 stop4h 01m

$159

ChicagoMemphis

ORD - MEM

ORDMEM

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

6:00 am-3:08 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Memphis

Thu 1/8

5:55 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop4h 44m

$163

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/17

5:25 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

Sat 2/28

4:00 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops6h 50m

$167

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/26

5:25 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

Mon 3/2

6:30 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$171

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/7

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

Wed 1/7

11:45 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$171

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/27

7:45 pm-9:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Nashville Intl

Sat 1/31

12:05 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$171

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Tennessee

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Tennessee (average of $37). Flying from Illinois to Tennessee in December is currently the most expensive (average of $78). 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 TN?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 16, 2025.

When flying from Illinois to Tennessee, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 51% versus a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Tennessee. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Illinois 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 Illinois to Tennessee

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 December 16, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to USTN are scheduled on a Tuesday (49 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 December 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Illinois to Tennessee have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

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 Illinois 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 Illinois to Tennessee?

    For as low as $80, Allegiant Air can have you in Tennessee from Illinois in 1h 14m. The distance between Illinois and Tennessee is about 353 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $27. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Illinois to Tennessee for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Tennessee (average of $37). Flying from Illinois to Tennessee in December is currently the most expensive (average of $78). 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 Illinois to Tennessee

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$43Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Allegiant AirCheapest$74Average$126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$115Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$121Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Denver Air ConnectionCheapest$124Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$208Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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