Traveling from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to Nashville International Airport (BNA): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Nashville International Airport take 1 hour 51 minutes. Nashville and Chicago share the same timezone (UTC-5), so you won't have to adjust your watch when you land.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
To break up your flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Nashville International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the RFD - BNA route include:
Charlotte County Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
C$56 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Nashville International Airport. Return flights start from C$120. These fares can change based on availability.
To score cheap flight tickets from RFD to BNA, reserve your trip 10 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Nashville International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
Traveling from central Chicago to Chicago Rockford International Airport takes around 4 hours and 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 137 kilometres in 1 hour and 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a stress-free start to your break? Stay near RFD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Nashville International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BNA if you're catching a late flight from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Nashville International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to central Nashville
Nashville International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the center of Nashville. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 4 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Nashville International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Nashville in April.
The warmest month in Nashville is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Chicago Rockford International Airport to Nashville International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flight tickets from RFD to BNA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Nashville
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best places to stay in Nashville right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from RFD to BNA:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and Ryman Auditorium are top sights which should be on any good Nashville itinerary.
Complete your Nashville trip with hotels and a car rental
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