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$46+ 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — BNA
Dec 28 — Jan 41
Sat 12/28
Sat 1/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chicago to Nashville Intl are usually found in November or August, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$78
(Frontier)

One-way from

$46
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$224
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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 December 23, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/302:30 pmORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 37mFrontier
Wed 1/11:30 pmBNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 53mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$149
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:30 amORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/18:00 amBNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/313:47 pmORD - BNA
Nonstop1h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/15:00 amBNA - ORD
1 stop5h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/23$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:51 pmMDW - BNA
1 stop3h 34mDelta
Wed 1/15:15 amBNA - MDW
1 stop4h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/23$266
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:30 pmORD - BNA
1 stop23h 26mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/11:30 pmBNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/23$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/286:15 amORD - BNA
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Fri 1/312:55 pmBNA - ORD
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 12/21$364
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:25 amMDW - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Wed 1/17:30 amBNA - MDW
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/23$400
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/285:30 pmORD - BNA
1 stop3h 55mDelta
Fri 1/315:53 pmBNA - ORD
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/21$403
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:30 pmORD - BNA
1 stop23h 26mSun Country Air
Thu 1/26:56 pmBNA - ORD
1 stop16h 01mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/22$491
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/313:31 pmORD - BNA
1 stop23h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/58:54 pmBNA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$554
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/267:34 amMDW - BNA
1 stop5h 23mFrontier
Fri 12/275:07 pmBNA - MDW
1 stop20h 01mFrontier
Deal found 12/23$828

Find flights from Chicago to Nashville within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 December 23, 2024.

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ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/10

3:09 pm-4:46 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Nashville Intl

Thu 1/16

5:46 pm-7:44 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$78

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/9

5:50 am-11:47 am

1 stop5h 57m

Nashville Intl

Thu 1/16

5:46 pm-7:44 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

$105

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/24

6:40 am-1:23 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Nashville Intl

Fri 2/28

6:01 pm-12:17 am

1 stop6h 16m

$116

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/19

6:25 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

Wed 2/26

12:00 pm-1:35 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$118

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/22

10:49 am-12:34 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Nashville Intl

Wed 1/29

7:50 am-9:55 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$137

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/25

8:35 am-10:17 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Nashville Intl

Tue 1/28

10:58 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$138

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/9

5:50 am-11:47 am

1 stop5h 57m

Nashville Intl

Thu 1/16

4:32 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$168

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/19

11:25 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Nashville Intl

Wed 2/26

9:25 am-9:30 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$172

ChicagoNashville

ORD - BNA

ORDBNA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/19

5:45 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 30m

Nashville Intl

Sat 2/22

5:53 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$176

ChicagoNashville

MDW - BNA

MDWBNA

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/19

6:00 am-11:21 am

1 stop5h 21m

Nashville Intl

Wed 2/26

11:20 am-4:20 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$176

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Nashville in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Nashville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Nashville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Nashville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Nashville flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Nashville flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Nashville

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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Nashville

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Chicago to Nashville including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 December 20, 2024.

Booking 73 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 $292). 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 December 23, 2024.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from Chicago to Nashville by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Nashville flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 December 23, 2024.

The most flights from CHI to BNA are scheduled on a Monday (58 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

Rainfall in Nashville by month

Plan your trip to Nashville by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nashville ranges from 2.8 - 5.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Nashville when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Nashville by month

Plan your trip to Nashville by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nashville, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

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 December 23, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Nashville to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,263 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,020 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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 42 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 7 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 $78 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and United Airlines, starting at $118 and $137 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Nashville for 67% 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 $46. Users have also found prices from $59 and $59 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 Lufthansa (90%), Turkish Airlines (90%) and Republic Airways (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Nashville?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago to Nashville is $46. On average you can expect to pay $210. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Nashville Intl), can usually be booked for $103.

  • 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 $292). 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 Chicago to Nashville

Discover the top 7 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$79Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
SouthwestCheapest$100Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$108Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$117Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$155Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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