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$76+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Nashville (RDU - 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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — BNA
May 29 — Jun 51
Fri 5/29
Fri 6/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Nashville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Nashville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/12:36 pm
RDU
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BNA
1 stop6h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/58:35 pm
BNA
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RDU
1 stop18h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$248
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/42:57 pm
RDU
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BNA
1 stop8h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/65:02 pm
BNA
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RDU
1 stop23h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 7/12:36 pm
RDU
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BNA
1 stop6h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/68:35 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/2111:47 am
RDU
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BNA
1 stop8h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/237:00 am
BNA
-
RDU
2 stops16h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$252
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 7/305:28 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop5h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/25:09 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop22h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$253
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/82:32 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop9h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/95:02 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop14h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$254
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Thu 8/2710:17 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop19h 03m
Frontier
Sun 8/305:05 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop25h 06m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$255
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/910:16 am
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop7h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/107:45 am
BNA
-
RDU
2 stops13h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/27$256
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/277:52 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop21h 32m
Frontier
Sat 5/308:20 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop14h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 7/1012:26 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop23h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/126:30 am
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop9h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/112:32 pm
RDU
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BNA
1 stop9h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/1211:00 am
BNA
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RDU
1 stop21h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$259

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Nashville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 April 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$76
(Expedia)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$339

Good round-trip deal

$334 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 April 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Nashville that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/17

6:35 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

Sat 10/24

2:35 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$287

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/6

8:05 am-9:00 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Nashville Intl

Tue 6/9

9:35 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$294

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/2

6:45 pm-7:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/4

2:20 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$294

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/12

8:45 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 45m

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/15

10:00 am-12:37 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$295
Quickest round-trip

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/12

6:45 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/15

2:15 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$295

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/3

6:40 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Nashville Intl

Wed 6/10

5:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$297

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/10

11:15 am-2:00 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Nashville Intl

Sat 6/13

7:40 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$301

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 7/1

5:20 am-8:43 am

1 stop4h 23m

Nashville Intl

Sat 7/4

9:35 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$305

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/16

8:25 am-1:00 pm

2 stops5h 35m

Nashville Intl

Tue 6/23

3:25 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$317

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/16

12:00 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Nashville Intl

Wed 5/20

12:40 pm-8:55 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$324

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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 Raleigh to Nashville in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice 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 Raleigh-Nashville flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Nashville flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Nashville flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-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 Raleigh to Nashville

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

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

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Nashville is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Nashville (average of $244). Flying from Raleigh to Nashville in February is currently the most expensive (average of $355). 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 RDU to BNA?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 April 29, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to Nashville at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Nashville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Nashville. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Nashville?

The best insider tips for Raleigh to Nashville flights

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on RDU

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on BNA

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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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 April 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Nashville, such as Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,465 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,678 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,631 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,970 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,314 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

    You will need to book a flight from Raleigh-Durham to Nashville Intl if you want to fly from Raleigh to Nashville. At least 6 different airlines have flights from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Nashville Intl (BNA) on a regular basis. There are 5 flights to Nashville from the Raleigh airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from RDU to BNA to be around 1h 30m.

  • How popular is this Raleigh to Nashville flight route?

    This flight path from Raleigh-Durham to Nashville Intl was viewed by 47 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 Raleigh to Nashville?

    Airlines like Southwest and Delta fly from Raleigh to Nashville in about 1h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Raleigh and Nashville are separated by a distance of 441 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $98, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Nashville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. These flights start at 69% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $40 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $95 and Delta from $95 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Raleigh to Nashville?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Raleigh to Nashville consider choosing Southwest (80%), American Airlines (80%) or Republic Airways (80%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Nashville?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Nashville? While on average our users pay $450, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $117. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Nashville Intl), is priced around $164.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Nashville?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Nashville (average of $244). Flying from Raleigh to Nashville in February is currently the most expensive (average of $355). 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 6 airlines flying from Raleigh to Nashville

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 April 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$98Average$140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$102Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$157Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$189Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$212Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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