BNA to ORD Route Guide
Nashville, United States → Chicago, United States
Quick answer
KBNA (Nashville, United States) to KORD (Chicago, United States) is a 356 NM (659 km / 410 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 351° (N). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 1h 36m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
356 NM
659 km / 410 mi
Initial Bearing
351° (N)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
1h 36m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
2,568 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
599 ft
KBNA
Arrival Elevation
672 ft
KORD
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 356 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying BNA-ORD should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between BNA and ORD?
356 nautical miles (659 km / 410 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Nashville to Chicago?
Approximately 1h 36m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly BNA-ORD?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
351° true (N). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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