$41+ 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BNA
Feb 20 — Feb 271
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Nashville
Cheapest flights from Des Moines to NashvilleExplore 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 January 21, 2026.
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 January 21, 2026.
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/28:29 pm
DSM
- BNA
Nonstop1h 40m
Allegiant Air
Fri 3/65:55 pm
BNA
- DSM
Nonstop1h 47m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/21![Allegiant Air logo]()
$111
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/28:29 pm
DSM
- BNA
Nonstop1h 40m
Allegiant Air
Fri 3/135:55 pm
BNA
- DSM
Nonstop1h 47m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/20![Allegiant Air logo]()
$134
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/98:32 pm
DSM
- BNA
Nonstop1h 34m
Allegiant Air
Fri 3/135:55 pm
BNA
- DSM
Nonstop1h 47m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/21![Allegiant Air logo]()
$146
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/299:51 pm
DSM
- BNA
Nonstop1h 36m
Allegiant Air
Mon 6/17:20 pm
BNA
- DSM
Nonstop1h 41m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/21![Allegiant Air logo]()
$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 2/238:38 pm
DSM
- BNA
Nonstop1h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/258:52 pm
BNA
- DSM
1 stop26h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Mon 2/911:09 am
DSM
- BNA
Nonstop1h 44m
Allegiant Air
Mon 2/166:02 pm
BNA
- DSM
Nonstop1h 46m
Allegiant Air
Deal found 1/19![Allegiant Air logo]()
$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 3/98:21 pm
DSM
- BNA
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/135:55 pm
BNA
- DSM
Nonstop1h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$170
Find 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 January 21, 2026.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $111 (Booking.com) |
One-way from | $69 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | April |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $230 |
Good round-trip deal | $166 or less |
Good one-way deal | $92 or less |
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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 January 21, 2026.
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Fly from
Des Moines
Fly to
Nashville
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Des MoinesNashville
DSM - BNA
DSMBNA
Des Moines
Mon 3/2
7:17 pm-7:48 pm
3 stops24h 31m
Nashville Intl
Fri 3/13
5:55 pm-7:42 pm
Nonstop1h 47m
$232
Des MoinesNashville
DSM - BNA
DSMBNA
Des Moines
Mon 2/23
5:15 pm-10:58 pm
1 stop5h 43m
Nashville Intl
Tue 2/24
5:25 am-11:19 am
1 stop5h 54m
$241
Des MoinesNashville
DSM - BNA
DSMBNA
Des Moines
Wed 2/18
12:25 pm-5:04 pm
1 stop4h 39m
Nashville Intl
Tue 3/3
5:25 am-11:19 am
1 stop5h 54m
$249
Des MoinesNashville
DSM - BNA
DSMBNA
Des Moines
Wed 2/18
6:10 am-2:35 pm
2 stops8h 25m
Nashville Intl
Tue 3/3
5:20 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop3h 50m
$254
Des MoinesNashville
DSM - BNA
DSMBNA
Des Moines
Fri 2/20
8:38 pm-10:19 pm
Nonstop1h 41m
Nashville Intl
Sun 2/22
8:30 am-6:32 pm
3 stops34h 02m
$281
Des MoinesNashville
DSM - BNA
DSMBNA
Des Moines
Wed 3/4
6:10 am-9:30 am
1 stop3h 20m
Nashville Intl
Fri 3/6
5:10 am-12:10 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$284
Des MoinesNashville
DSM - BNA
DSMBNA
Des Moines
Thu 2/19
5:20 am-1:20 pm
1 stop8h 00m
Nashville Intl
Thu 2/26
7:45 am-10:55 am
1 stop3h 10m
$287
Des MoinesNashville
DSM - BNA
DSMBNA
Des Moines
Tue 2/17
4:20 pm-9:50 pm
1 stop5h 30m
Nashville Intl
Fri 2/20
10:49 am-4:57 pm
1 stop6h 08m
$289
Des MoinesNashville
DSM - BNA
DSMBNA
Des Moines
Tue 2/17
8:00 am-7:01 pm
2 stops11h 01m
Nashville Intl
Sat 2/21
1:30 pm-9:41 pm
2 stops8h 11m
$308
Des MoinesNashville
DSM - BNA
DSMBNA
Des Moines
Fri 2/13
7:17 pm-5:08 am
2 stops33h 51m
Nashville Intl
Mon 2/16
6:02 pm-7:48 pm
Nonstop1h 46m
$312
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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 January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Nashville flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Nashville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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.
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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 January 16, 2026.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Nashville, you should look to book at least 42 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Nashville (average of $77). Flying from Des Moines to Nashville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $116). 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 January 21, 2026.
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 29% versus a flight in the evening.
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 January 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Des Moines to Nashville to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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Top 5 airlines flying from Des Moines to Nashville
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$78 | Average$144 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time88% | |
| Cheapest$118 | Average$306 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$356 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$229 | Average$385 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$270 | Average$382 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |