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$46+ 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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — BNA
Nov 22 — Nov 291
Sat 11/22
Sat 11/29
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 23, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sun 11/99:03 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 36mAllegiant Air
Thu 11/136:28 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 45mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/21$92
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/171:37 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 36mAllegiant Air
Fri 11/2810:00 amBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 44mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/21$108
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/28:47 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mAllegiant Air
Mon 11/311:13 amBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/22$126
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:47 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/26:17 pmBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 40mAllegiant Air
Deal found 10/22$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/178:40 amDSM - BNA
1 stop9h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2810:00 amBNA - DSM
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/21$156
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/99:03 pmDSM - BNA
Nonstop1h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/133:42 pmBNA - DSM
1 stop22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/23$161

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 October 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$80
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$46
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$168

Good round-trip deal

$142 or less

Good one-way deal

$59 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 October 23, 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 11/9

9:03 pm-10:39 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Nashville Intl

Thu 11/13

3:42 pm-1:49 pm

1 stop22h 07m

$161

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Fri 1/16

11:09 am-12:53 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Nashville Intl

Mon 1/19

8:30 am-10:19 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$175

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Fri 1/16

4:00 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Nashville Intl

Tue 1/20

5:25 am-10:23 am

1 stop4h 58m

$185

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

3:30 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Nashville Intl

Sat 12/13

6:06 am-10:38 am

1 stop4h 32m

$185

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Wed 12/31

5:55 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop4h 24m

Nashville Intl

Mon 1/5

4:25 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$185

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Tue 12/9

10:20 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Nashville Intl

Fri 12/12

6:00 am-10:21 am

1 stop4h 21m

$185

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Mon 11/24

8:00 am-5:57 am

2 stops21h 57m

Nashville Intl

Fri 12/5

7:00 am-8:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$191

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Wed 12/10

8:20 am-3:05 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Nashville Intl

Sat 12/13

8:15 am-2:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$193

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Fri 2/27

7:25 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Nashville Intl

Mon 3/2

4:08 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$228

Des MoinesNashville

DSM - BNA

DSMBNA

Des Moines

Sun 11/2

10:41 am-7:58 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Nashville Intl

Mon 11/3

11:13 am-12:53 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$245

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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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Nashville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 October 17, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Des Moines to Nashville, you should look to book at least 60 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 $76). Flying from Des Moines to Nashville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $115). 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 October 23, 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 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 October 23, 2025.
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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,991 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,028 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
694 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    Within the past month, 14 users have taken a look at flights from Des Moines to Nashville Intl.

  • How long is the flight from Des Moines to Nashville?

    Allegiant Air and Delta can get you from Des Moines to Nashville in just under 1h 44m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 27m. Airlines will cover a distance of 530 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Allegiant Air ($78), Delta ($173), and American Airlines ($200) offers the cheapest pricing from Des Moines to Nashville. You may be able to fly from Des Moines to Nashville for 58% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Des Moines to Nashville is $59. On average you can expect to pay $115. The most popular route, (Des Moines - Nashville Intl), can usually be booked for $80.

  • 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 $76). Flying from Des Moines to Nashville in December is currently the most expensive (average of $115). 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$78Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$173Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$200Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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