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

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — BNA
Mar 21 — Mar 281
Sat 3/21
Sat 3/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Nashville
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/176:00 am
CMH
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Tue 3/247:50 pm
BNA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 2/17$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Mon 3/168:55 pm
CMH
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Tue 3/247:50 pm
BNA
-
CMH
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 2/15$134
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/116:00 am
CMH
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Sat 3/144:10 pm
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/18$154

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) to Nashville (BNA). 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 19, 2026.

Round-trip from

$117
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$399
From Columbus to Nashville Intl
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ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Wed 4/1

1:45 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/8

10:10 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$127

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Tue 5/12

12:05 pm-12:25 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Nashville Intl

Mon 5/18

11:20 am-6:10 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$154

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Wed 4/1

11:40 am-5:05 pm

2 stops6h 25m

Nashville Intl

Thu 4/9

9:35 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$159

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Wed 4/8

8:55 am-1:40 pm

2 stops5h 45m

Nashville Intl

Thu 4/9

9:35 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$159

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Mon 3/16

5:30 am-10:45 am

2 stops6h 15m

Nashville Intl

Tue 3/24

5:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop3h 55m

$159

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Wed 3/11

1:45 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Nashville Intl

Sat 3/14

5:05 pm-12:05 am

2 stops6h 00m

$169

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Mon 4/13

8:30 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Nashville Intl

Thu 4/16

9:35 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$171

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Thu 4/9

6:25 am-6:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Nashville Intl

Mon 4/13

7:45 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$171

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Sat 4/11

7:00 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 27m

Nashville Intl

Mon 4/13

6:35 pm-1:14 am

1 stop5h 39m

$181

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Wed 5/6

6:35 am-6:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$49

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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Nashville. Price data was last updated on February 18, 2026.

Booking 65 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Nashville (average of $86). Flying from Columbus to Nashville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $222). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus to Nashville. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 19, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Columbus to Nashville by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Nashville. Price data was last updated on February 17, 2026.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Nashville

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Nashville. 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 Nashville. Reviews last updated February 19, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Nashville, such as Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
Delta
7.9
Good
8,212 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,473 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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 Columbus to Nashville. 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 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. 5 airlines have flights to Nashville Intl from Columbus on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Nashville?

    Southwest can get you from Columbus to Nashville in just under 4h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Columbus to Nashville is about 338 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Nashville round-trip from $86. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $138, and American Airlines, from $186. Spirit Airlines is priced at 75% 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?

    $79 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $81 and $121, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Nashville?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $162. While the most popular route (Columbus - Nashville Intl) can be booked for $117 on average, our data indicates $329 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Nashville (average of $86). Flying from Columbus to Nashville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $222). 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 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Nashville

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus to Nashville. 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 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$223Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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