Nashville to Chicago Flights
Flights from Nashville (BNA) to Chicago (CHI) connect US and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 640 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 1 to 2 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include BNA and CHI, ORD, MDW. The reverse route is Chicago to Nashville. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Nashville, US
- Destination
- Chicago, United States
- Distance
- 640 km
- Typical duration
- about 1 to 2 hours
- Origin codes
- BNA
- Destination codes
- CHI, ORD, MDW
- Primary keyword
- flights from Nashville to Chicago
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Route overview
Nashville to Chicago is a city-pair air route between US and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are BNA and CHI. Related codes: BNA → CHI, ORD, MDW.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 640 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 1 to 2 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Nashville airports and metro codes: BNA.
Chicago airports and metro codes: CHI, ORD, MDW.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Chicago to Nashville, other destinations from Nashville, and other origins into Chicago.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Nashville to Chicago?
Direct flights from Nashville to Chicago typically take about 1 to 2 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Nashville to Chicago?
The great-circle distance between Nashville and Chicago is approximately 640 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Nashville to Chicago?
Nashville is commonly searched with code BNA (related: BNA). Chicago is commonly searched with code CHI (related: CHI, ORD, MDW).
Are there direct flights from Nashville to Chicago?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Chicago to Nashville?
The reverse city pair is Chicago to Nashville. Distance is the same great-circle measure (640 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Nashville to Chicago route connect?
This route connects US (Nashville) with United States (Chicago).