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$44+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Nashville (DSM - 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 5/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BNA
May 3 — May 101
Sat 5/3
Sat 5/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Des Moines to Nashville Intl are usually found in July or August, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Nashville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) 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 April 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$78
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$44
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$242

Good round-trip deal

$78 or less

Good one-way deal

$60 or less
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Nashville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Nashville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sun 5/1812:32 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 40mAllegiant Air
Fri 5/307:55 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 42mAllegiant Air
Deal found 4/27$78
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Sun 5/1812:32 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/306:00 amBNA - DSM
1 stop6h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$146
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 5/77:30 pmDSM - BNA
1 stop23h 22mFrontier
Sun 5/117:52 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop22h 38mFrontier
Deal found 4/27$229
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/165:52 pmDSM - BNA
1 stop4h 07mDelta
Wed 6/256:00 amBNA - DSM
1 stop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 4/28$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/225:27 pmDSM - BNA
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/275:23 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Mon 5/268:00 amDSM - BNA
2 stops8h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/29:50 amBNA - DSM
1 stop4h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$292
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 5/306:00 amDSM - BNA
2 stops8h 00mSouthwest
Mon 6/26:50 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/26$293

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 April 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Nashville that are best for you.

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Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Sun 5/18

12:32 pm-2:12 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/30

7:55 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$78

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Sun 5/25

7:15 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/30

6:00 am-12:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$147

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Fri 5/30

8:20 pm-3:39 pm

1 stop19h 19m

Nashville Intl

Sun 6/1

7:29 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop24h 24m

$230

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Mon 6/16

5:52 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop4h 07m

Nashville Intl

Wed 6/25

6:00 am-10:19 am

1 stop4h 19m

$257

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Fri 7/11

6:30 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Nashville Intl

Tue 7/15

2:40 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$262

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Thu 5/22

5:27 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Nashville Intl

Tue 5/27

5:23 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$272

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Mon 5/26

8:00 am-4:49 pm

2 stops8h 49m

Nashville Intl

Mon 6/2

9:50 am-2:42 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$292

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Sun 5/18

12:32 pm-2:12 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$53

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Sun 5/11

1:27 pm-10:18 am

1 stop20h 51m

$107

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Wed 5/21

11:26 am-3:38 pm

1 stop4h 12m

$129

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Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Nashville

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Nashville in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Nashville flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Nashville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Nashville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Nashville flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Nashville flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Nashville

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nashville from Des Moines with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Nashville

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Nashville. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Nashville, you should look to book at least 87 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from Des Moines to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 DSM to BNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines 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 April 28, 2025.

When flying from Des Moines to Nashville, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Des Moines to Nashville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Nashville. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Nashville by month

Plan your trip to Nashville by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Nashville ranges from 2.8 - 5.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.0 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Nashville when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Nashville by month

Plan your trip to Nashville by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Nashville, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

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 April 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Des Moines to Nashville by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
734 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this Des Moines to Nashville flight route?

    Within the past month, 25 users have taken a look at flights from Des Moines to Nashville Intl.

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

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($78), Frontier ($230), and Delta ($257) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Nashville. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Nashville for 62% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Des Moines to Nashville are Allegiant Air ($44), Delta ($129), and Southwest ($134).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Nashville?

    The cheapest flight price from Des Moines to Nashville is $52. On average you can expect to pay $100. The most popular route, (Des Moines - Nashville Intl), can usually be booked for $78.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Nashville?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines 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 Des Moines to Nashville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from Des Moines to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 Des Moines to Nashville

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines 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 April 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$78Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$208Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$223Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$273Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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