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$48+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Nashville (MSY - 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 9/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — BNA
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Tue 8/26
Tue 9/2
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Nashville Intl are usually found in November or January, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from New Orleans to Nashville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) 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 August 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$116
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$48
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$269

Good round-trip deal

$166 or less

Good one-way deal

$96 or less
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Nashville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Nashville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1810:56 amMSY - BNA
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/288:21 amBNA - MSY
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/20$116
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1810:46 amMSY - BNA
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/202:16 pmBNA - MSY
Nonstop1h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/21$120
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/108:19 pmMSY - BNA
1 stop10h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/158:21 amBNA - MSY
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$123
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:30 amMSY - BNA
1 stop10h 05mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/148:21 amBNA - MSY
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/20$124
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/1510:56 amMSY - BNA
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/174:50 pmBNA - MSY
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/20$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Fri 9/1210:56 amMSY - BNA
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/155:46 amBNA - MSY
1 stop13h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/21$130
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1810:56 amMSY - BNA
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/244:50 pmBNA - MSY
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/21$131
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1910:56 amMSY - BNA
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/225:46 amBNA - MSY
1 stop13h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/20$132
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Thu 9/2510:56 amMSY - BNA
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/281:34 pmBNA - MSY
1 stop6h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/21$134
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Thu 10/302:55 pmMSY - BNA
1 stop5h 26mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/32:16 pmBNA - MSY
Nonstop1h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/20$135
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Thu 10/306:30 pmMSY - BNA
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/29:26 pmBNA - MSY
1 stop10h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/20$136
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/510:56 amMSY - BNA
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/78:21 amBNA - MSY
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/19$137

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans 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 August 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Nashville that are best for you.

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New OrleansNashville

MSY - BNA

MSYBNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/18

10:56 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Nashville Intl

Fri 9/26

8:21 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$116

New OrleansNashville

MSY - BNA

MSYBNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/21

10:56 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Nashville Intl

Fri 9/26

8:21 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$116

New OrleansNashville

MSY - BNA

MSYBNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/19

10:56 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/22

8:21 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$116

New OrleansNashville

MSY - BNA

MSYBNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 9/19

10:56 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Nashville Intl

Fri 9/26

8:21 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$116

New OrleansNashville

MSY - BNA

MSYBNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/18

10:56 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Nashville Intl

Thu 9/25

8:21 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$116

New OrleansNashville

MSY - BNA

MSYBNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/22

10:56 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Nashville Intl

Fri 9/26

8:21 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$116

New OrleansNashville

MSY - BNA

MSYBNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/21

10:56 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/22

8:21 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$116

New OrleansNashville

MSY - BNA

MSYBNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 9/18

10:56 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Nashville Intl

Sun 9/28

8:21 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$116

New OrleansNashville

MSY - BNA

MSYBNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 9/21

10:56 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Nashville Intl

Sun 9/28

8:21 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$116

New OrleansNashville

MSY - BNA

MSYBNA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Mon 9/22

10:56 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Nashville Intl

Sun 9/28

8:21 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$116

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The best insider tips for New Orleans to Nashville flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your New Orleans to Nashville trip
Airports
MSY

Expect short security waits at MSY, with average times around 15 minutes, thanks to efficient processing.

Read more about MSYby Brandon Schultz
BNA

For quick ground transportation, taxis offer a flat rate to downtown Nashville from BNA.

Read more about BNAby Mark Chesnut
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MSY

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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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 New Orleans to Nashville

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Nashville from New Orleans with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Orleans to Nashville

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Orleans to Nashville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New Orleans to Nashville. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from New Orleans to Nashville may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Orleans to Nashville?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from New Orleans to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $291). 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 MSY to BNA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Orleans 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 August 21, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from New Orleans to Nashville by exploring options for tickets 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 August 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from New Orleans to Nashville to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
4,245 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,029 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Nashville?

    To fly from New Orleans to Nashville, you need to book a flight from Louis Armstrong (MSY) to Nashville Intl (BNA). Nonstop flights to Nashville Intl from New Orleans Louis Armstrong take 1h 30m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from Louis Armstrong to Nashville Intl offered by 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this New Orleans to Nashville flight route?

    This flight path from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Nashville Intl was viewed by 46 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from New Orleans to Nashville?

    For as low as $116, Spirit Airlines can have you in Nashville from New Orleans in 1h 33m. The distance from New Orleans to Nashville is about 471 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from New Orleans to Nashville is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $77 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $203 and $246 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 68% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New Orleans to Nashville?

    Consider Spirit Airlines (70%), Southwest (69%) or Sun Country Air (0%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from New Orleans to Nashville.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New Orleans to Nashville?

    The cheapest flight price from New Orleans to Nashville is $40. On average you can expect to pay $218. The most popular route, (New Orleans Louis Armstrong - Nashville Intl), can usually be booked for $98.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Orleans to Nashville that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Orleans to Nashville?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Orleans to Nashville?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Nashville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Orleans to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from New Orleans to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $291). 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 4 airlines flying from New Orleans to Nashville

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from New Orleans 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 August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$77Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$203Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$247Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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