Chicago to Nashville (MDW–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MDW–BNA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines and TWY lead the route. The flight covers 395 miles in approximately 1h 19m. Beyond nonstop, 207 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 50 | 737, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h19-1h30 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| TWY TWY | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nashville from Chicago
| Metric | MDW→BNA | ORD→BNA | GYY→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MDW | – | 15 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 18 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 50 | 511 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 19m | 1h 2m | 1h 2m |
| Departure OTP | 52% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MDW: CDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Chicago, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
Uber and Lyft from BNA to downtown run $20–30 (15–25 minutes). Pickup zones for TNCs are on the lower level. Taxis are available at the ground transportation curb, typically $25–35 to downtown.Rental car brands are in the adjacent facility connected via walkway. WeGo bus Route 18 costs $2 but has limited evening hours; check before relying on it for late arrivals. I-40 and Briley Parkway provide direct highway access.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and variable winters. July and August average 32–36°C with high humidity. Winter (December–February) temperatures range from −2–10°C. Ice storms are the primary disruption risk. Nashville sees occasional but significant freezing rain events that shut down the airport.
Severe thunderstorm season peaks April through June, bringing tornado risk to the region. Spring storms cause most ground stops and ground delays. Autumn (September–November) is mild and generally the most disruption-free season.
MDW–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MDW to BNA
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, TWY and Southwest Airlines. With 50 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MDW to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MDW to BNA ranges from 1 hours 19 minutes to 1 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 395 miles (636 km). There are approximately 50 weekly flights outbound and 43 return, totaling 93 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
207 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via LEX. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (ORD), Gary (GYY) and South Bend (SBN).