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$49+ Cheap flights from Nashville (BNA) to Columbus

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — CMH
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Fri 3/13
Fri 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Nashville to Columbus

Cheapest flights from Nashville to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nashville to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/119:35 am
BNA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Wed 3/188:00 pm
CMH
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 2/9$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/84:00 pm
BNA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Mon 4/138:30 pm
CMH
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 2/9$134
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/45:00 am
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop4h 46m
American Airlines
Fri 3/67:33 pm
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop3h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$170
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/65:40 am
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Mon 3/98:55 pm
CMH
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10$181
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/116:35 pm
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop4h 05m
United Airlines
Sun 4/125:35 am
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop4h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$184
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/106:35 pm
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop5h 39m
United Airlines
Sun 4/126:10 am
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop4h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$189

Find flight deals from Nashville to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) to Columbus (C01). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 11, 2026.

Round-trip from

$97
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$516
From Nashville Intl to Columbus
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Nashville to Columbus that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nashville to Columbus that are best for you.

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Columbus

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Depart

Return

Price

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 3/11

3:10 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Columbus

Wed 3/18

8:00 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$107

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/8

4:00 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Mon 4/13

8:30 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$134

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Tue 3/10

6:19 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 28m

Columbus

Thu 3/12

7:00 am-12:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$181

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Mon 5/11

6:34 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Columbus

Thu 5/14

5:40 am-8:53 am

1 stop4h 13m

$181

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Sat 4/11

6:35 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Columbus

Sun 4/12

5:35 am-9:02 am

1 stop4h 27m

$184

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Fri 4/10

6:35 pm-1:14 am

1 stop5h 39m

Columbus

Sun 4/12

6:10 am-9:27 am

1 stop4h 17m

$189

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/22

7:52 pm-12:36 am

1 stop3h 44m

Columbus

Tue 5/26

7:35 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop4h 08m

$197

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Fri 4/3

5:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 04m

Columbus

Mon 4/6

4:34 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$199

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/8

7:05 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$49

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 3/4

10:35 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$49

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Best time to book a flight from Nashville to Columbus

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Nashville with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Nashville to Columbus

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nashville to Columbus?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Columbus (average of $109). Flying from Nashville to Columbus in January is currently the most expensive (average of $422). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BNA to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 11, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from Nashville to Columbus by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Nashville to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Nashville to Columbus. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Nashville to Columbus flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Nashville to Columbus?

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Columbus. Reviews last updated February 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and Spirit Airlines from Nashville to Columbus. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,444 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nashville to Columbus. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Nashville to Columbus?

    Most people fly from Nashville Intl (BNA) if they book a flight from Nashville to Columbus. On average, Nashville Intl has 1 outbound flight to Columbus per day from 4 airlines. Nashville Intl is conveniently located just 6.0 mi from Nashville’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Nashville to Columbus?

    A quick flight from Nashville to Columbus can take about 5h 20m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $107. There are 338 mi between Nashville and Columbus.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nashville to Columbus round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $124, was found to be the cheapest airline from Nashville to Columbus. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Southwest. Spirit Airlines is 67% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nashville to Columbus one-way?

    $84 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $93 and $98, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Nashville to Columbus?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Nashville to Columbus? While on average our users pay $524, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $175. The most popular route (Nashville Intl - Columbus), is priced around $97.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nashville to Columbus that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Nashville to Columbus flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Nashville to Columbus?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nashville to Columbus.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nashville to Columbus?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nashville to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nashville to Columbus?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Columbus (average of $109). Flying from Nashville to Columbus in January is currently the most expensive (average of $422). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Nashville to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Nashville to Columbus. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$124Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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