Travelling from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Chicago: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Nashville International Airport to Chicago is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Nashville (the location of Nashville International Airport) and Chicago follow the same timezone — UTC-5.
With 88 flights a week between the two airports, Nashville International Airport (BNA) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:30. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from BNA to ORD is with Southwest Airlines at 20:05.
To avoid rushing for your BNA to Chicago flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can travel nonstop from BNA to Chicago. Pick from these arrival points when booking your Nashville International Airport to Chicago ticket:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Direct flights from Nashville International Airport to Chicago are operated by a good range of airlines. Travel with one of these:
BNA is about 10 kilometres from central Nashville. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Nashville International Airport to Chicago? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to BNA:
Nashville International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 80.21% of flights that depart BNA arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find BNA at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Chicago
33 € is currently the best price for a one-way Nashville International Airport to Chicago flight. Return plane tickets start from 66 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
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Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nashville International Airport to Chicago. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ORD instead:
Explore without limits with an O'Hare International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and discover more of Chicago and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from O'Hare International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from BNA to Chicago.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Central Chicago is located around 19 kilometres from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Once your flight from Nashville International Airport to Chicago has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 45 minutes.
You'll find some great places to drop your things at near MDW. Kick back and get cosy after your BNA to Chicago flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Chicago Midway International Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the availability and rates from Dollar, Hertz and Budget.
Don't pay more than you need to. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at MDW will help you save.
Chicago Midway International Airport can be found at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Step off your flight from Nashville International Airport to Chicago and head for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Chicago is around 137 kilometres from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes to drive there.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 4 hours 15 minutes.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near RFD after your BNA to Chicago flight. Unwind after a day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next leg of your trip with a Chicago Rockford International Airport rental car. Budget, Alamo and National are some companies you can book with.
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Nashville International Airport to Chicago is a good move. Along with better deals, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at RFD.
Chicago Rockford International Airport can be found at 2 Airport Cir.
Best time to go to Chicago
Before booking your flights from Nashville International Airport to Chicago, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Chicago offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Book a Nashville International Airport to Chicago plane ticket with a departure in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BNA to Chicago in January when temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Chicago
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chicago right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Nashville International Airport to Chicago:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier are attractions you won't want to skip in Chicago.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a visit to Columbus will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago, Indianapolis is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.