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$81+ 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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — BNA
Jul 31 — Aug 71
Fri 7/31
Fri 8/7
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 July 1, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Thu 7/168:56 am
RDU
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BNA
1 stop11h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 7/175:05 pm
BNA
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RDU
1 stop15h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Sun 8/3010:11 pm
RDU
-
BNA
2 stops13h 06m
Frontier
Wed 9/25:05 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop14h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 6/29$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/74:20 pm
RDU
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/103:35 pm
BNA
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/28$304
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/136:20 am
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop8h 12m
JetBlue
Sat 7/182:27 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop6h 07m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/29$305
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/912:18 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop7h 29m
Frontier
Tue 10/137:42 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop14h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 6/28$306
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1512:35 pm
RDU
-
BNA
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Sat 10/1711:40 am
BNA
-
RDU
2 stops6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/28$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 7/101:59 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop9h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/126:00 am
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop15h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/228:20 pm
RDU
-
BNA
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Mon 7/278:35 pm
BNA
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/29$309
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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.
Fri 7/107:32 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop21h 33m
Frontier
Mon 7/135:05 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop15h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 6/26$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/219:13 am
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop7h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/239:23 am
BNA
-
RDU
2 stops12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$311
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/52:00 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop7h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 11/87:37 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop16h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$312
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 7/61:59 pm
RDU
-
BNA
1 stop9h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 7/135:05 pm
BNA
-
RDU
1 stop15h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$313

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 July 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$302
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$361

Good round-trip deal

$351 or less

Good one-way deal

$194 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 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 July 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Nashville that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/2

6:06 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Nashville Intl

Mon 10/5

7:45 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$304

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/17

6:25 am-2:50 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/21

5:40 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 10m

$308

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/19

7:15 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Nashville Intl

Fri 8/21

6:35 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$309

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/30

6:21 pm-7:19 pm

Nonstop1h 58m

Nashville Intl

Wed 9/9

6:25 am-12:33 pm

1 stop5h 08m

$309

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/26

7:15 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Nashville Intl

Sun 9/6

11:00 am-1:30 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$309

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/7

6:45 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Nashville Intl

Wed 9/9

6:40 am-1:05 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$309

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/18

11:25 am-4:35 pm

2 stops6h 10m

Nashville Intl

Sun 11/22

5:20 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 20m

$320

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/17

11:30 am-6:00 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Nashville Intl

Sun 9/20

3:35 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops5h 55m

$334

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/10

11:30 am-6:00 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Nashville Intl

Sun 9/13

5:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$342

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/18

1:39 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/21

2:25 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$343

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Nashville in July.
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 62 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 $274). Flying from Raleigh to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 July 1, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to Nashville at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 8% 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 June 27, 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. Monday afternoons 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

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Expert on RDU

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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 July 1, 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
7.9
Good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,452 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,766 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
JetBlue
7.1
Good
3,012 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,849 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

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 5 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 50 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 Frontier, Southwest, and JetBlue fly from Raleigh to Nashville in about 1h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 36m. Raleigh and Nashville are separated by a distance of 441 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Frontier, at $102, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Nashville.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. 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 $95 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $98 and American Airlines from $105 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 American Airlines (83%), Republic Airways (83%) or Delta (76%) 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 $322, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $152. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Nashville Intl), is priced around $212.

  • 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 $274). Flying from Raleigh to Nashville in June is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 Raleigh to Nashville

Discover the top 5 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 July 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$102Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$159Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$188Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$212Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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