HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Nashville

$40+ 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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — BNA
jul. 8 — jul. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Columbus to Nashville with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Nashville Intl are usually found in May or April, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Nashville

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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$128
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$40
(Spirit)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$341
From Columbus to Nashville Intl
Search Deals
One-way flight from Columbus to Nashville Intl
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Columbus to Nashville

Cheapest flights from Columbus to Nashville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Nashville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/295:05 amCMH - BNA
1 stop11h 34mSpirit Airlines
mar. 8/54:46 pmBNA - CMH
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$128
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
jue. 8/146:25 amCMH - BNA
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
lun. 8/187:25 pmBNA - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/3$137
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
mar. 11/48:28 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop3h 38mAmerican Airlines
jue. 11/65:21 pmBNA - CMH
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$159
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/238:37 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop12h 34mMultiple Airlines
dom. 7/278:43 amBNA - CMH
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$185

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus to Nashville 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 julio 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Nashville that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Nashville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

mar. 7/29

5:05 am-3:39 pm

1 stop11h 34m

Nashville Intl

mar. 8/5

4:46 pm-12:18 am

1 stop6h 32m

$128

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

jue. 8/14

6:25 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Nashville Intl

lun. 8/18

7:25 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$137

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

mar. 11/4

8:28 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop3h 38m

Nashville Intl

jue. 11/6

5:21 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$159

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

mié. 7/23

8:37 pm-8:11 am

1 stop12h 34m

Nashville Intl

dom. 7/27

8:43 am-12:18 am

1 stop14h 35m

$185

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

dom. 10/19

10:05 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$40

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

mar. 9/16

7:35 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$69

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

dom. 9/21

11:16 am-6:22 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$70

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

lun. 9/22

6:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop4h 30m

$80

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

mié. 7/16

8:37 pm-8:13 am

1 stop12h 36m

$88

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

sáb. 11/1

11:30 am-3:19 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$96

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/2

Showing 1-10 of 11 results
1
2

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Nashville

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nashville from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 June 27, 2025.

Booking 61 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from Columbus to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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 julio 3, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Columbus to Nashville by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 June 29, 2025.

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 julio 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Nashville, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Nashville round-trip from $128. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $137, and American Airlines, from $159. Spirit Airlines is priced at 63% 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?

    $40 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 Southwest and Frontier, with prices starting from $69 and $70, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Columbus to Nashville?

    Before booking your flight to Nashville from Columbus, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Sun Country Air (100%), Southwest (67%), Spirit Airlines( 50%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus to Nashville?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $119. While the most popular route (Columbus - Nashville Intl) can be booked for $128 on average our data indicates $261 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from Columbus to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Columbus?

Book flights to Columbus if you plan to visit one of these locations
Bowling Green
Cookeville
Franklin
Murfreesboro
Hopkinsville
Antioch
Lebanon
Hermitage
Brentwood
Franklin
Dickson
Smyrna
Mount Juliet
Goodlettsville
Springfield
Tullahoma
Spring Hill

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Columbus to Nashville

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Detroit to Nashville flights
Cleveland to Nashville flights
Columbus to Nashville flights
Detroit to Knoxville flights
Pittsburgh to Nashville flights
Detroit to Memphis flights
Akron to Nashville flights
Cleveland to Knoxville flights
Cincinnati to Nashville flights
Cleveland to Memphis flights
Columbus to Memphis flights
Detroit to Chattanooga flights
Pittsburgh to Knoxville flights
Dayton to Nashville flights
Cincinnati to Memphis flights
Cleveland to Chattanooga flights
Akron to Knoxville flights
Pittsburgh to Memphis flights
Columbus to Knoxville flights
Cincinnati to Knoxville flights
Akron to Chattanooga flights
Pittsburgh to Chattanooga flights
Dayton to Memphis flights
Akron to Memphis flights
Erie to Nashville flights
Erie to Knoxville flights
Cleveland to Blountville flights
Pittsburgh to Blountville flights
Detroit to Blountville flights
Toledo to Nashville flights
Columbus to Chattanooga flights
Dayton to Blountville flights
Huntington to Knoxville flights
Cincinnati to Blountville flights
Columbus to Blountville flights
Toledo to Knoxville flights
Akron to Blountville flights
Toledo to Chattanooga flights
Toledo to Memphis flights

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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$252Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.