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$71+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Nashville (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 3/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — BNA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Nashville Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Nashville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Nashville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Tue 2/2411:39 am
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop9h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/38:52 pm
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop12h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/24$146
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/236:15 am
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop26h 10m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/258:30 am
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop25h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 2/2311:39 am
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop20h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/48:30 am
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop14h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/24$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Tue 2/2411:39 am
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop9h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/278:50 am
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Wed 3/1111:39 am
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop9h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/182:27 pm
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop7h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/25$168
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2311:39 am
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop20h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/28:52 pm
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop12h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/24$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sat 2/2111:25 am
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop7h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/48:30 am
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop14h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/24$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Tue 2/2411:39 am
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop9h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/28:52 pm
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop12h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/24$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Tue 2/2411:39 am
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop9h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/288:52 pm
BNA
-
CMH
2 stops12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$177
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:15 am
CMH
-
BNA
2 stops14h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/48:30 am
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop14h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/24$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sun 2/229:46 pm
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop13h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/38:52 pm
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop12h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Sun 2/229:46 pm
CMH
-
BNA
1 stop11h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/48:30 am
BNA
-
CMH
1 stop14h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/24$185

Find flight deals from Columbus to Nashville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$146
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$71
(Trip.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$503

Good round-trip deal

$366 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Nashville that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Nashville

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Wed 3/18

10:40 am-11:30 pm

1 stop13h 50m

Nashville Intl

Tue 3/31

2:27 pm-9:40 am

1 stop18h 13m

$146

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Wed 2/25

6:15 am-7:48 pm

1 stop14h 33m

Nashville Intl

Wed 3/4

8:30 am-11:32 pm

1 stop14h 02m

$150

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Mon 2/23

11:39 am-7:25 am

1 stop20h 46m

Nashville Intl

Wed 3/4

8:30 am-11:32 pm

1 stop14h 02m

$151

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Wed 3/4

6:55 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

Sat 3/7

6:25 pm-12:05 am

1 stop4h 40m

$181

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Mon 3/9

2:35 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Nashville Intl

Tue 3/10

9:35 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$181

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Tue 3/3

5:50 am-11:25 am

2 stops6h 35m

Nashville Intl

Thu 3/5

9:40 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$186

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Wed 3/4

10:27 am-3:34 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Nashville Intl

Sat 3/7

6:19 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$191

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Mon 2/23

6:35 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Nashville Intl

Sat 2/28

10:49 am-5:13 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$191

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Mon 3/23

6:00 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Nashville Intl

Tue 3/24

6:34 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$191

ColumbusNashville

CMH - BNA

CMHBNA

Columbus

Sat 2/21

11:12 am-2:59 pm

1 stop4h 47m

Nashville Intl

Mon 3/2

7:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 29m

$191

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Compare providers for flights from Columbus 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 Columbus to Nashville in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Columbus Airport-Nashville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Nashville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Nashville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Nashville flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Columbus Airport-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 Columbus to Nashville

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Nashville

How far ahead should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Nashville?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Nashville. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Columbus Airport to Nashville may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 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 Columbus Airport to Nashville?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Nashville (average of $86). Flying from Columbus Airport to Nashville in January is currently the most expensive (average of $318). 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 CMH to BNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 26, 2026.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 15% on flights from Columbus Airport to Nashville by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Nashville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Nashville. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Nashville flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Columbus Airport to Nashville. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,113 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,379 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Nashville from Columbus?

    Most people fly into Nashville Intl (BNA) if they book a flight to Nashville from Columbus. On average, Nashville Intl has 2 inbound flights from Columbus per day from 4 airlines. Nashville Intl is conveniently located just 6.0 mi from Nashville’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Nashville?

    Departing from Columbus Airport to Nashville will take you 1h 40m. Columbus Airport and Nashville are separated by a distance of 338 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 Columbus Airport to Nashville round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Nashville is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $86 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $138 and $186 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 74% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Nashville one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Nashville are American Airlines ($79), Spirit Airlines ($81), and Southwest ($121).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Columbus Airport to Nashville?

    The cheapest flight price from Columbus Airport to Nashville is $162. On average you can expect to pay $324. The most popular route, (Columbus - Nashville Intl), can usually be booked for $146.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Columbus to Nashville?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Nashville?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Nashville (average of $86). Flying from Columbus Airport to Nashville in January is currently the most expensive (average of $318). 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 Columbus to Nashville

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$223Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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