MDW (Chicago) to BNA (Nashville) flights arrive on time 83% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 84%. The average delay is 55 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.MDW → BNA
MDW (Chicago) to BNA (Nashville)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 83% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from MDW
78% on timeTSA is currently ~17 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at BNA
80% on timeWhen flights into BNA are late, the average delay is 64 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at BNA: TSA is ~19 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.