How many flights depart from Tennessee to Illinois on average per day?

As of June 2026, 125 flights take off from Tennessee and land in Illinois each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 7:00AM, with 49% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How long is the flight from Tennessee to Illinois?

The flight from Tennessee to Illinois depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Nashville (a popular airport in Tennessee) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Illinois), then the flight time is 1h 43m on average. If you fly from Chattanooga (another popular airport in Tennessee) to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 1h 52m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Tennessee to Illinois?

Southwest, Allegiant Air, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Tennessee to Illinois

How many flights depart from Tennessee to Illinois on average per week?

876 flights are operational weekly from Tennessee to Illinois as of June 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Sat, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Illinois?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Illinois from Tennessee according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 42% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Illinois. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Illinois on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tennessee to Illinois?

Prices for flights from Tennessee to Illinois are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tennessee to Illinois?

As of June 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Tennessee to Illinois.

How old do you have to be to fly from Tennessee to Illinois?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Tennessee to Illinois.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Illinois can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Illinois. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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7:00 am - 8:15 am

BNA

STL

1h 15mnonstop

7:50 am - 9:00 am

STL

BNA

1h 10mnonstop

$117Southwest

Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15

7:00 am - 8:15 am

BNA

STL

1h 15mnonstop

10:45 am - 2:30 pm

STL

BNA

3h 45m

1 stop

$127Southwest

Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15

6:32 am - 8:43 am

MEM

ORD

2h 11mnonstop

4:18 pm - 6:15 pm

ORD

MEM

1h 57mnonstop

$190American Airlines

Wed, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 10

5:44 pm - 8:08 pm

MEM

ORD

2h 24mnonstop

1:28 pm - 3:17 pm

ORD

MEM

1h 49mnonstop

$201American Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Sat, Aug 29

10:22 am - 4:17 pm

MEM

ORD

5h 55m

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6:40 am - 12:43 pm

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MEM

6h 03m

1 stop

$210Delta

Wed, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 10

6:10 am - 10:37 am

MEM

ORD

4h 27m

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3:40 pm - 10:14 pm

ORD

MEM

6h 34m

1 stop

$221Delta

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7:02 am - 9:00 am

MEM

ORD

1h 58mnonstop

8:40 am - 10:46 am

ORD

MEM

2h 06mnonstop

$226United Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18

9:48 am - 11:59 am

MEM

ORD

2h 11mnonstop

9:10 pm - 11:06 pm

ORD

MEM

1h 56mnonstop

$227United Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 21

12:17 pm - 8:52 pm

BNA

ORD

8h 35m

1 stop

9:57 pm - 11:32 am

ORD

BNA

13h 35m

1 stop

$231Frontier

Tue, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 28

12:17 pm - 8:52 pm

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ORD

8h 35m

1 stop

5:13 pm - 4:05 pm

ORD

BNA

22h 52m

1 stop

$232Frontier

Sat, Aug 1 - Wed, Aug 5

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Nov 11

MEM7:02 amMemphis

1h 58m

ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 18

ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 06m

MEM10:46 amMemphis

$226

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Oct 20

MEM9:48 amMemphis

2h 11m

ORD11:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Oct 21

ORD9:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 56m

MEM11:06 pmMemphis

$227

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Nov 11

MEM7:02 amMemphis

1h 58m

ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 18

ORD8:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

2h 06m

MEM10:46 amMemphis

$229

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Jul 21

BNA12:17 pmNashville Intl

8h 35m

1 stop

ORD8:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Jul 28

ORD9:57 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 35m

1 stop

BNA11:32 amNashville Intl

$231

Frontier

Aug 1

BNA12:17 pmNashville Intl

8h 35m

1 stop

ORD8:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 5

ORD5:13 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

22h 52m

1 stop

BNA4:05 pmNashville Intl

$232

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Aug 26

BNA5:05 pmNashville Intl

6h 03m

1 stop

ORD11:08 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Aug 28

ORD6:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 00m

1 stop

BNA4:05 pmNashville Intl

$234

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10:45 am-2:30 pm

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$127

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Wed 8/5

6:32 am-8:43 am

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4:18 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop1h 57m

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6:10 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 27m

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3:40 pm-10:14 pm

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$221

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8:40 am-10:46 am

Nonstop2h 06m

$226

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Tue 10/20

9:48 am-11:59 am

Nonstop2h 11m

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9:10 pm-11:06 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$227

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BNA - ORD

BNAORD

Nashville Intl

Tue 7/21

12:17 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/28

9:57 pm-11:32 am

1 stop13h 35m

$231

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BNA - ORD

BNAORD

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/1

12:17 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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5:13 pm-4:05 pm

1 stop22h 52m

$232

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Illinois?

The cheapest month to fly to Illinois from Tennessee is in December. Flight prices, which tend to average around $77, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to Illinois during the month of December, then flying in January is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $81.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Illinois?

The cheapest day to depart from Tennessee to Illinois is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $366. Flights from Tennessee to Illinois on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $670. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Illinois?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Illinois is in the evening. Flights from Tennessee to Illinois during this time can be as low as $351. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $1,021.

What is the cheapest Tennessee to Illinois flight route?

Fly from Nashville Intl to Chicago Greater Rockford for the best Tennessee - Illinois flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Tennessee to Illinois?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Illinois from Tennessee when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Illinois for around $268 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Illinois from Tennessee for as low as $180 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Tennessee to Illinois flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Tennessee to Illinois flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Tennessee to Illinois flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Tennessee to Illinois.

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Best Price Found	$39
Fastest flight time	1h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Illinois	98 airports

The best one-way flight to Illinois from Tennessee in the past 72 hours is $39. The best round-trip flight deal from Tennessee to Illinois found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $74.

The fastest flight from Tennessee to Illinois takes 1h 10m

Direct flights go from Tennessee to Illinois every day.

There are 98 airports in Illinois. From Tennessee there are direct flights to Chicago Midway (MDW), Lambert-St Louis (STL).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tennessee to Illinois?
Prices for flights from Tennessee to Illinois are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tennessee to Illinois?
As of June 2026, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Tennessee to Illinois.
How old do you have to be to fly from Tennessee to Illinois?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Tennessee to Illinois.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Illinois?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Illinois can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Illinois. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Tennessee to Illinois?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Tennessee to Illinois is Embraer 175, representing 14.93% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 at 11.64%, Airbus A319 at 10.69%, and Embraer 170 at 10.30%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $55	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,856 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $58	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 690 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $97	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $111	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,895 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $117	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,772 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Denver Air Connection	PriceFrom $157	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 24 reviews	Search Denver Air Connection flights
Delta	PriceFrom $166	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,453 reviews	Search Delta flights
Contour	PriceFrom $189	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 42 reviews	Search Contour flights

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Can I find flights from Tennessee to Illinois with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Illinois from Tennessee with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Tennessee to Illinois?

momondo helps you find the best flight between Tennessee and Illinois by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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