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$145+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Nashville (SFO - 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.
SFO — BNA
Aug 2 — Aug 91
Sat 8/2
Sat 8/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Nashville Intl are usually found in January or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Nashville

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$288
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$145
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$460

Good round-trip deal

$339 or less

Good one-way deal

$154 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Nashville
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Nashville. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/168:46 amSFO - BNA
1 stop14h 06mFrontier
Sun 10/196:12 amBNA - SFO
1 stop27h 34mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$288
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/195:45 amSFO - BNA
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/2310:33 amBNA - SFO
1 stop11h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$290
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2510:10 amSFO - BNA
Nonstop4h 10mSouthwest
Wed 8/273:35 pmBNA - SFO
Nonstop4h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 7/27$291
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/115:45 amSFO - BNA
2 stops15h 38mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/158:31 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop26h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/26$294
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1011:59 pmSFO - BNA
1 stop14h 08mSun Country Air
Sat 8/167:40 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop14h 28mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/27$295
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1011:00 pmSFO - BNA
Nonstop4h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/146:33 amBNA - SFO
Nonstop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/26$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2512:35 amSFO - BNA
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Tue 9/25:00 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop7h 51mDelta
Deal found 7/27$303
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/192:45 pmSFO - BNA
1 stop7h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 8/215:27 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop8h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/27$310
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/256:53 pmSFO - BNA
2 stops20h 54mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/279:00 amBNA - SFO
1 stop11h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/27$313

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Nashville that are best for you.

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San FranciscoNashville

SFO - BNA

SFOBNA

San Francisco

Thu 10/16

8:46 am-12:52 am

1 stop14h 06m

Nashville Intl

Sun 10/19

6:12 am-7:46 am

1 stop27h 34m

$288

San FranciscoNashville

SFO - BNA

SFOBNA

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

5:45 am-5:01 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/23

10:33 am-8:13 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$290

San FranciscoNashville

SFO - BNA

SFOBNA

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

11:10 pm-5:36 am

Nonstop4h 26m

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/23

6:45 am-9:31 am

Nonstop4h 46m

$291

San FranciscoNashville

SFO - BNA

SFOBNA

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

5:45 am-11:23 pm

2 stops15h 38m

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/15

8:31 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$294

San FranciscoNashville

SFO - BNA

SFOBNA

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

11:59 pm-4:07 pm

1 stop14h 08m

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/16

7:40 pm-8:08 am

1 stop14h 28m

$295

San FranciscoNashville

SFO - BNA

SFOBNA

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

11:25 am-5:45 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Nashville Intl

Sat 9/13

2:25 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop4h 45m

$296

San FranciscoNashville

SFO - BNA

SFOBNA

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

12:35 am-8:55 am

1 stop6h 20m

Nashville Intl

Tue 9/2

5:00 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$303

San FranciscoNashville

SFO - BNA

SFOBNA

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

2:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Nashville Intl

Thu 8/21

5:27 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$310

San FranciscoNashville

SFO - BNA

SFOBNA

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

4:30 pm-5:47 pm

2 stops23h 17m

Nashville Intl

Wed 8/27

5:27 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops21h 16m

$313

San FranciscoNashville

SFO - BNA

SFOBNA

San Francisco

Sun 8/17

6:37 am-6:42 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$145

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Nashville

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Nashville

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Nashville. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Nashville is 83 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 San Francisco to Nashville?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Nashville at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Nashville?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Nashville. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Nashville

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Nashville. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to BNA are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Francisco 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,971 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,604 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,893 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you wish to fly to Nashville from San Francisco, then you need to book flights from San Francisco to Nashville Intl. There are 9 flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Nashville Intl (BNA) per day to choose from. Flights to Nashville from San Francisco are available from 7 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 05m is how long a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Nashville Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Nashville flight route?

    Within the past month, 13 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Nashville Intl.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Nashville, with prices starting at $288. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $290 and $291, respectively. Frontier is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Nashville are Frontier ($145), American Airlines ($147), and Southwest ($150).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Nashville?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Nashville are United Airlines (84%), Virgin Australia (82%) and Air New Zealand (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Nashville?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $116. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Nashville Intl) can be booked for $255 on average our data indicates $747 when flying from San Francisco to Nashville.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Nashville?

    The most popular layover on flights from San Francisco to Nashville is Dallas. Denver is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San Francisco to Nashville.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Dallas?

    American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, and Dos Equis Pavilion are the most popular attractions in Dallas if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Dallas interested in visiting American Airlines Center, Dallas World Aquarium, or Dos Equis Pavilion can do so by traveling 15.0 mi, 15.5 mi, and 18.3 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth. Those landing in Dallas looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $51 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Denver?

    Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Those on a layover in Denver interested in visiting Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, or Paramount Theatre can do so by traveling 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl. Those on a layover in Denver in need of a rental car can book one at Denver Intl for about $64.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Nashville flights?

    San Francisco to Nashville flights have a layover in Salt Lake City the least frequently.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Nashville?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Nashville?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from San Francisco 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco to Nashville

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$168Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$266Average$352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$279Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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