Can I fly direct from Chicago to Nashville?

Yes, direct flights from Chicago to Nashville are available. Historically, approximately 39.8% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include a stopover, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers.

How many hours is the flight from Chicago to Nashville?

The typical direct flight from Chicago to Nashville takes approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes, covering a distance of 659 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is around 3 hours and 50 minutes. This translates to 101 minutes for direct flights and 230 minutes for flights with one stop.

How often do cheap flights from Chicago to Nashville come up?

Cheap flights from Chicago to Nashville are historically frequent. This route is considered to have a high availability of good deals. Based on data from the trailing 30 days, travelers can often find favorable prices for this destination.

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Today’s best flight deals from Chicago to Nashville

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Chicago to Nashville

2026-08-16 – 2026-08-20
CHI - Nashville
77% AI deal score
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2026-08-16 – 2026-08-27
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2026-09-06 – 2026-09-17
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2026-10-11 – 2026-10-15
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2026-08-16 – 2026-09-03
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2026-08-16 – 2026-09-13
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Chicago to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Nashville

A typical journey from Chicago to Nashville, including connections, takes about 1h 41m. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights, the overall journey time can vary. Non-stop flights also average 1h 41m, while connecting itineraries typically take 3h 50m to reach Nashville.

For those seeking cheap flights from Chicago to Nashville, the fares typically range from $169–$652, with a median of $405. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 5% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals are available for travelers.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Nashville? You'll find the most affordable fares in September, with a median price of $142. Other cost-effective months include October and November, both showing a median fare of $147. Planning your trip during these months can help secure better prices.

The route from Chicago to Nashville covers a distance of 659 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel experience between these two cities, making it a convenient option for short trips or weekend getaways.

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Nashville

Regular price: $91 - $230

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Chicago to Nashville.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Nashville is $91 to $230. The current lowest deal is $60 with Allegiant Air for travel from Aug 16-Aug 20.

now $60

Low $91

High $230

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Nashville

The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Nashville is September, with a median price of $130. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $550. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $130

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $550

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Direct flights from Chicago to Nashville

Allegiant Air

Last-minute flights going from Chicago to Nashville

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RFD - Nashville

Chicago (RFD) - Nashville (BNA)

Allegiant Air

$204

$132

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RFD - Nashville

Chicago (RFD) - Nashville (BNA)

Allegiant Air

$361

$254

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

RFD - Nashville

Chicago (RFD) - Nashville (BNA)

Allegiant Air

$358

$288

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Nashville

Chicago (ORD) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$309

$235

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Nashville

Chicago (ORD) - Nashville (BNA)

Contour Airlines

$309

$166

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

ORD - Nashville

Chicago (ORD) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$367

$253

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chicago to Nashville

1 night

Jul 29 - Jul 30

$309 → $166

46%

1 night

Aug 2 - Aug 3

$357 → $216

40%

3 nights

Aug 2 - Aug 5

$347 → $216

38%

2 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 3

$378 → $257

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Chicago to Nashville

Chicago - Nashville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares are near the typical level for Chicago to Nashville flights.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically cheapest

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices at $130 for Chicago to Nashville.

⏱️ Flight duration

1h 41m is the typical direct flight time

Direct flights from Chicago to Nashville typically take 1 hour and 41 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

Connecting flights are more common, with 2 stopovers typical when not flying direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Allegiant Air offers direct flights

Allegiant Air has offered direct flights on the Chicago to Nashville route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

Deals on flights for this route are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

Chicago main airports to depart from

Chicago Rockford International (RFD)

Cheapest

Fly from Chicago Rockford International for a potentially cheaper option to Nashville.

📍 ~126 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Chicago Midway International (MDW)

Choose Chicago Midway International for a convenient departure to Nashville from closer to the city.

📍 ~14 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$188

O Hare International (ORD)

Depart from O Hare International for a major airport option when flying to Nashville.

📍 ~25 km from Chicago city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$188

Nashville main airports to arrive at

Nashville International (BNA)

Cheapest

Nashville International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Chicago to Nashville.

📍 ~10 km from Nashville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Airports nearby Nashville used as alternative

Louisville International (SDF)

Louisville International offers diverse carrier selection and a full range of cabin classes as an alternative.

📍 ~240 km from Nashville (reachable by car); note it is one hour ahead.

💸 Flights from ~$177

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nashville

50% AI deal score

$1,489

$1,184

Save $305

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nashville

Historically, the best prices for flights from Chicago to Nashville are found when booking 60 or more days in advance. Across the trailing quarter, flights booked within this window had an average price of $305. In contrast, booking 7-13 days before departure typically resulted in an average price of $919, while waiting until 0-6 days prior to departure saw average prices climb to $2631.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Chicago to Nashville is considered to be $169 or less. The median price for this route was $405. For comparison, prices around the 75th percentile were about $652.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Chicago to Nashville include September, October, and November. In September, the median price was $142, while October and November both saw median prices of $147. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price of $405 for this route, based on data from the trailing 270 days.

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Chicago to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from Chicago to Nashville

How much is a round trip from Chicago to Nashville

Regular price: $91 - $230

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Chicago to Nashville.

The regular price range for flights from Chicago to Nashville is $91 to $230. The current lowest deal is $60 with Allegiant Air for travel from Aug 16-Aug 20.

now $60

Low $91

High $230

The cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Nashville

September

Cheapest

Flights from $130

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $550

Jan

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