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Cheap flights from Columbus to Nashville (BNA)

CMH — BNA
Nov 11 — Nov 181
Wed 11/11
Wed 11/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Nashville Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

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May

Average price

$414
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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Nashville

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Nashville

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus to Nashville?

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Columbus to Nashville. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Nashville (average of $342). Flying from Columbus to Nashville in January is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 CMH to BNA?

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 8% on flights from Columbus to Nashville by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Nashville

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Nashville, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,218 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,218 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,218 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,350 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,218 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.
American Airlines
7.0
Good
12,150 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,218 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Patricia,Oct 2026

DAL - TPA

I love flying southwest, Both flights were packed full full - so not room for all carry one and bags had to be checked but still good flights.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Columbus to Nashville, you will be flying into Nashville Intl. Nashville Intl (BNA) is just 6.0 mi from the center of the city. Nashville Intl is the only Nashville airport and it handles 1 inbound flight from Columbus per day. 4 airlines have flights to Nashville Intl from Columbus on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Nashville round-trip from $137. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $158, and United Airlines, from $180. Southwest is priced at 66% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $68 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $102 and $102, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Nashville?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $150. While the most popular route (Columbus - Nashville Intl) can be booked for $187 on average, our data indicates $388 when flying from Columbus to Nashville.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus to Nashville 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 Columbus to Nashville?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Nashville (average of $342). Flying from Columbus to Nashville in January is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 Columbus to Nashville

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$180Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$233Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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