Cheap flights from Chicago to Nashville
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Chicago to Nashville and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $160 |
Frontier
1 stop
21 hr
Fri, May 15 — Mon, May 18
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Nashville is currently $160 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $76 |
Frontier
1 stop
25 hr
Tue, May 5
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The cheapest one-way flight from Chicago to Nashville is currently $76 | |
| Cheapest nonstop flights | $279 |
Southwest
Nonstop
2 hr
Sat, May 16 — Mon, May 18
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The cheapest nonstop round-trip flight from Chicago to Nashville is currently $279 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $236 |
Frontier
1 stop
8 hr
Sat, Apr 18 — Mon, Apr 20
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The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Chicago to Nashville is currently $236 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $414 |
Frontier
1 stop
21 hr
Fri, May 15 — Mon, May 18
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The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Chicago to Nashville is currently $414 | |
| Fastest flight | 1 hr 25 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Chicago to Nashville takes 1 hr 25 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Chicago to Nashville per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Chicago to Nashville is typically October. The most expensive month to fly is typically March.
| October Cheapest
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Typical prices: $75–175 |
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| March Most expensive
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Typical prices: $205–375 |
Popular airlines from Chicago to Nashville
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Chicago to Nashville in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- SouthwestNonstopfrom $279Typical price: $140–38046 weekly nonstop flightsMDW, ORD - BNA Every day2499 weekly connecting flightsMDW, ORD - BNA Every day
- AmericanNonstopfrom $287Typical price: $140–36563 weekly nonstop flightsORD - BNA Every day692 weekly connecting flightsORD - BNA Every day
- UnitedNonstopfrom $279Typical price: $140–37553 weekly nonstop flightsORD - BNA Every day221 weekly connecting flightsORD - BNA Every day
- Deltafrom $307Typical price: $195–510456 weekly connecting flightsMDW, ORD - BNA Every day
- Spiritfrom $262Typical price: $140–43524 weekly connecting flightsORD - BNA Every day
- Alaskafrom $728Typical price: $510–1,10021 weekly connecting flightsORD - BNA Every day
Popular airports near Chicago
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chicago center and popularity with travelers.
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)Chicago United States 25 min 16 mi
- Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)Chicago United States 24 min 9 mi
- Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE)Milwaukee United States 1 hr 23 min 75 mi
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND)Indianapolis United States 2 hr 58 min 165 mi
Popular airports near Nashville
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Nashville center and popularity with travelers.
- Nashville International Airport (BNA)Nashville United States 16 min 6 mi
- Memphis International Airport (MEM)Memphis United States 3 hr 14 min 195 mi
- Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF)Louisville United States 2 hr 39 min 150 mi
- Huntsville International Airport (HSV)Huntsville United States 1 hr 54 min 105 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Chicago to Nashville
The cheapest flights from Chicago to Nashville are usually in October. Typical ticket prices in October range from $75 to $175.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Nashville recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $160. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $76.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Nashville is $279, flying from May 16 to May 18.
- The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Nashville is $287, flying from May 28 to Jun 1.
- The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Nashville is $279, flying from May 9 to May 11.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Nashville is $307, flying from May 28 to Jun 1.
- The cheapest Spirit flight from Chicago to Nashville is $262, flying from May 28 to May 31.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Chicago to Nashville is $728, flying from Jul 10 to Jul 13.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Nashville starts at $160 from Fri, May 15 to Mon, May 18. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $76 and departs on Tue, May 5.
1 hr 25 min is the shortest flight time from Chicago to Nashville.
Nashville is a year-round destination, though most visitors arrive May–Aug. Summers (Jun–Sep) are hot and humid, while winters (Nov–Mar) are cool, with light snow. Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are possible Feb–May. Local events include Awesome April (bringing together fashion, music and film festivals), the Country Music Association Music Festival (Jun), and the Birthday of the Grand Ole Opry (Oct).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Chicago to Nashville.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Chicago to Nashville really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Chicago to Nashville.
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 63 nonstop flights and 692 connecting flights per week. American flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Nashville International Airport (BNA) .
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 46 nonstop flights and 2,499 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) , Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Nashville International Airport (BNA) .
Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Nashville are:
In terms of nonstop flights, American is the most popular. American offers 63 nonstop flights and 692 connecting flights per week. American flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Nashville International Airport (BNA) .
In terms of flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 46 nonstop flights and 2,499 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) , Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Nashville International Airport (BNA) .
Other popular airlines flying from Chicago to Nashville are:
- United offers 53 nonstop flights and 221 connecting flights per week. United flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Nashville International Airport (BNA) .
- Delta offers 456 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) , Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Nashville International Airport (BNA) .
- Spirit offers 24 connecting flights per week. Spirit flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Nashville International Airport (BNA) .
- Alaska offers 21 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Nashville International Airport (BNA) .
The cheapest round-trip flight from Chicago to Nashville recently found on Google Flights was with Frontier from $160. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $76.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Southwest flight from Chicago to Nashville is $279, flying from May 16 to May 18.
- The cheapest American flight from Chicago to Nashville is $287, flying from May 28 to Jun 1.
- The cheapest United flight from Chicago to Nashville is $279, flying from May 9 to May 11.
- The cheapest Delta flight from Chicago to Nashville is $307, flying from May 28 to Jun 1.
- The cheapest Spirit flight from Chicago to Nashville is $262, flying from May 28 to May 31.
- The cheapest Alaska flight from Chicago to Nashville is $728, flying from Jul 10 to Jul 13.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Chicago to Nashville.
- There are 46 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Nashville per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 63 American direct flights from Chicago to Nashville per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 53 United direct flights from Chicago to Nashville per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Nashville at price $236 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Apr 18 to Mon, Apr 20.
Southwest, American and United fly direct from Chicago to Nashville.
- There are 46 Southwest direct flights from Chicago to Nashville per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 63 American direct flights from Chicago to Nashville per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 53 United direct flights from Chicago to Nashville per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Chicago to Nashville on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Chicago and Nashville start at $279 from Sat, May 16 to Mon, May 18 with Southwest.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Chicago to Nashville, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Chicago and Nashville start at $414 from Fri, May 15 to Mon, May 18 with Frontier.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Chicago and Nashville start at $160 from Fri, May 15 to Mon, May 18.
To book business class trips from Chicago to Nashville, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Chicago and Nashville starts at $236 from Sat, Apr 18 to Mon, Apr 20 with Frontier.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Chicago and Nashville at price $236 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Apr 18 to Mon, Apr 20.
To find last-minute flight deals from Chicago to Nashville, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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