Flying from Chicago to Nashville International Airport (BNA): What you need to know
Get your trip planning underway by checking out the most convenient place to catch your flight from Chicago to Nashville International Airport (BNA). Explore the options for leaving from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), the city's main airports.
The average time for a direct Chicago to Nashville International Airport flight is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Nashville (where Nashville International Airport is located) and Chicago share the UTC-6 timezone. Same timezone means no confusion when scheduling your trip.
The most popular route is from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Nashville International Airport (BNA), with 94 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from ORD to BNA is the 7am Southwest Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 10:15pm with American Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from Chicago to BNA. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Take the express route from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Direct flights from Chicago to Nashville International Airport (BNA) operate from here.
Multiple airlines at ORD operate direct flights from Chicago to Nashville International Airport. The most well-known include:
United is the airline most travellers choose for flights from ORD to BNA.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Frontier Airlines.
ORD is about 27 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 45 minutes.
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Of the departures from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, 70% arrive on time at their destination.
ORD is located at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Thinking of flying out of Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)? Direct Chicago to Nashville International Airport (BNA) plane tickets can be booked from this popular hub.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Chicago to BNA leaving from MDW. Book your favourite window seat and reach your destination in a single journey.
On the MDW to BNA route, Southwest Airlines is the airline most travellers rely on.
Fly with Southwest Airlines for the most punctual service. Its flights between Chicago Midway International Airport and Nashville International Airport touch down as scheduled 80.75% of the time.
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in about 30 minutes. The airport is roughly 16 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Chicago to BNA flight? Check in to a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are expecting you:
When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76%.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Kick off your adventure at Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and head straight to your destination without any stops. You can book direct flights from Chicago to Nashville International Airport from here.
Get ready to jet away with Allegiant Air. It offers direct Chicago to BNA plane tickets from RFD.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between RFD and BNA is Allegiant Air.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals rate on this route is Allegiant Air.
From the centre of Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 2 hours or so if you use public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Chicago to Nashville International Airport flight with time to spare. These accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 71%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their final stop as planned.
You'll find Chicago Rockford International Airport at 2 Airport Cir.
About Nashville International Airport (BNA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago to Nashville International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near BNA:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Nashville International Airport flight.
BNA is located at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
Getting from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to central Nashville
Nashville International Airport to central Nashville is about 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Nashville International Airport is ر.ق. 141. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 288. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to BNA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Chicago to Nashville International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
July is when most people book flights from Chicago to Nashville International Airport (BNA). Plan your visit to Nashville in December if you'd rather avoid peak season.
When booking your Chicago to BNA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Nashville, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 34ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Chicago to Nashville International Airport in January when temperatures are between -5ºC and 11ºC.
More about Nashville
After booking your flight from Chicago to Nashville International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nashville:
Grand Ole Opry and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum are just two of the top-rated attractions to add to your Nashville to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Johnny Cash Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Nashville has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. About 257 kilometres north of Nashville, a visit to Louisville will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Louisville Mega Cavern, Actors Theatre of Louisville and Belle of Louisville.
Around 290 kilometres northeast of Nashville, Lexington is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Kentucky Horse Park, Keeneland Association Inc and James E. Pepper Distillery.
