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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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — CMH
Apr 10 — Apr 171
Fri 4/10
Fri 4/17
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 March 11, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Wed 4/1510:10 am
BNA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Wed 4/296:35 am
CMH
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Wed 4/158:00 am
BNA
-
CMH
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Wed 4/157:10 pm
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10$122
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 4/812:40 pm
BNA
-
CMH
2 stops6h 55m
Southwest
Wed 4/1512:05 pm
CMH
-
BNA
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/11$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Tue 5/124:00 pm
BNA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Mon 5/188:30 pm
CMH
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9$149
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 4/75:00 pm
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Thu 4/98:30 pm
CMH
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Tue 5/127:05 pm
BNA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Fri 5/158:30 pm
CMH
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/10$169

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 March 11, 2026.

Round-trip from

$97
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$338
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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 March 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nashville to Columbus that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/8

10:10 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Wed 4/15

8:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop3h 45m

$107

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/15

7:05 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Columbus

Wed 4/29

2:00 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$107

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/15

8:00 am-4:30 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Columbus

Wed 4/15

7:10 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$122

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Thu 5/14

9:35 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Columbus

Sat 5/16

7:35 am-12:05 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$211

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Sat 3/28

9:35 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Mon 3/30

5:55 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$211

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Tue 4/14

10:00 am-7:30 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Columbus

Sat 4/18

7:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

$269
Cheapest one-way

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/8

8:15 am-2:40 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$59

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/8

5:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$74

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Tue 4/7

5:15 am-10:01 am

1 stop3h 46m

$74
Quickest one-way

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Thu 5/7

9:35 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$101

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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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 $116). 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 March 11, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 49% on flights from Nashville to Columbus by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 21, 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.

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 March 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
4,317 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,317 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,317 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,516 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,317 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

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 2 outbound flights 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 1h 20m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $107. There are 338 mi between Nashville and Columbus. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • 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?

    $92 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 $504, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $163. 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 $116). 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 March 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$233Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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