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$69+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Nashville (MCI - 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 9/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — BNA
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Nashville Intl are usually found in June or July, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Nashville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$137
(Southwest)

One-way from

$69
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$316
From Kansas City to Nashville Intl
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Nashville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Nashville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/142:15 pmMCI - BNA
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Mon 8/1812:15 pmBNA - MCI
Nonstop1h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$137
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Fri 7/411:00 amMCI - BNA
Nonstop1h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 7/78:23 amBNA - MCI
Nonstop1h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 8/124:10 pmMCI - BNA
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/1410:18 amBNA - MCI
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Tue 10/217:00 amMCI - BNA
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Mon 10/275:15 pmBNA - MCI
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 7/2$167
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Fri 9/52:55 pmMCI - BNA
1 stop9h 45mFrontier
Sun 9/76:15 amBNA - MCI
1 stop7h 33mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$194
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/711:00 amMCI - BNA
Nonstop1h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/107:27 pmBNA - MCI
1 stop23h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$236
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Thu 8/146:00 amMCI - BNA
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/185:32 pmBNA - MCI
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$262

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

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Kansas CityNashville

MCI - BNA

MCIBNA

Kansas City

Thu 8/14

2:15 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

Mon 8/18

7:30 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$137

Kansas CityNashville

MCI - BNA

MCIBNA

Kansas City

Tue 8/12

4:10 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop5h 38m

Nashville Intl

Thu 8/14

10:18 am-3:46 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$159

Kansas CityNashville

MCI - BNA

MCIBNA

Kansas City

Mon 7/7

11:00 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Nashville Intl

Fri 7/18

9:16 am-5:09 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$176

Kansas CityNashville

MCI - BNA

MCIBNA

Kansas City

Fri 9/5

2:55 pm-12:40 am

1 stop9h 45m

Nashville Intl

Sun 9/7

6:15 am-1:48 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$194

Kansas CityNashville

MCI - BNA

MCIBNA

Kansas City

Mon 7/7

11:00 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Nashville Intl

Thu 7/10

7:27 pm-7:04 pm

1 stop23h 37m

$236

Kansas CityNashville

MCI - BNA

MCIBNA

Kansas City

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-11:29 am

1 stop5h 29m

Nashville Intl

Mon 8/18

5:32 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$262

Kansas CityNashville

MCI - BNA

MCIBNA

Kansas City

Mon 9/29

4:30 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$69

Kansas CityNashville

MCI - BNA

MCIBNA

Kansas City

Thu 8/7

6:33 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$80

Kansas CityNashville

MCI - BNA

MCIBNA

Kansas City

Mon 7/7

11:00 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$88

Kansas CityNashville

MCI - BNA

MCIBNA

Kansas City

Fri 7/25

5:24 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 56m

$89

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The best insider tips for Kansas City to Nashville flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Kansas City to Nashville trip
Airports
MCI

MCI's central security checkpoint is efficient, rarely taking more than 5 minutes without TSA PreCheck, even during busy times.

Read more about MCIby Matt Meltzer
BNA

At BNA, public transportation is the cheapest option to downtown, with buses running every 45 minutes until midnight.

Read more about BNAby Mark Chesnut
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Matt Meltzer

Expert on MCI

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on BNA

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Nashville

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Kansas City to Nashville

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kansas City to Nashville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Nashville. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Nashville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from Kansas City 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 MCI to BNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 July 3, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City to Nashville, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 30% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 July 3, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Kansas City to Nashville have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
339 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Kansas City to Nashville. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Kansas City to Nashville?

    Booking a flight from Kansas City (MCI) to Nashville Intl (BNA) is your only option if you wish to fly from Kansas City to Nashville. On a typical day, there are 2 flights from Kansas City to Nashville Intl, all of which are around 1h 29m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from Kansas City to Nashville.

  • How popular is this Kansas City to Nashville flight route?

    Within the past month, 17 users have taken a look at flights from Kansas City to Nashville Intl.

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

    Southwest, at $137, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kansas City to Nashville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Delta. You may be able to fly from Kansas City to Nashville for 61% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kansas City to Nashville one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Kansas City to Nashville are Southwest ($69), American Airlines ($80), and Spirit Airlines ($88).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kansas City to Nashville?

    While on average a flight from Kansas City to Nashville is generally $267, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $89. When looking at the most popular route, (Kansas City - Nashville Intl), you can expect to pay $137 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kansas City to Nashville that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Nashville?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kansas City to Nashville?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kansas City 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 Kansas City to Nashville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from Kansas City 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.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Kansas City to Nashville

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$93Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$113Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$230Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$242Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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