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$48+ Cheap flights from Nashville (BNA) to Columbus (CMH)

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — CMH
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Nashville to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) to Columbus (CMH). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$98
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$48
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$901

Good round-trip deal

$341 or less

Good one-way deal

$170 or less
From Nashville Intl to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Nashville to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nashville to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Thu 9/187:00 amBNA - CMH
Nonstop1h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/2110:05 amCMH - BNA
Nonstop1h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$98
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 10/126:45 amBNA - CMH
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Tue 10/141:05 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$224
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sun 7/278:43 amBNA - CMH
2 stops31h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/38:37 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop12h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$227
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Tue 7/81:58 pmBNA - CMH
2 stops8h 44mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/156:00 amCMH - BNA
2 stops7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/106:35 pmBNA - CMH
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/148:52 amCMH - BNA
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$812

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Nashville to Columbus 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nashville to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Nashville

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Columbus

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Price

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Thu 9/18

7:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Columbus

Sun 9/21

10:05 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$98

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Sun 10/12

6:45 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Columbus

Tue 10/14

1:05 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$224

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Sun 7/27

8:43 am-5:09 pm

2 stops31h 26m

Columbus

Sun 8/3

8:37 pm-8:11 am

1 stop12h 34m

$227

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Tue 7/8

1:58 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops8h 44m

Columbus

Tue 7/15

6:00 am-12:55 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$309

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Thu 9/4

7:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$48

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Mon 8/4

8:30 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$79

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 9/10

1:49 pm-7:16 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$88

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Thu 7/24

9:03 am-12:18 am

1 stop14h 15m

$90

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Sat 8/9

8:00 am-1:41 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$96

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/1

7:45 am-1:15 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$116

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Nashville to Columbus

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Nashville to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 BNA to CMH?

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville to Columbus. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 25% on flights from Nashville to Columbus Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Nashville to Columbus. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Columbus Airport ranges from 2.3 - 4.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Columbus Airport when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Columbus Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Nashville to Columbus, such as Southwest, Delta and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,052 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Nashville to Columbus. 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 from for flights from Nashville to Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Columbus from Nashville, you will be flying from Nashville Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Nashville Intl (BNA) is located 6.0 mi from the center of Nashville. There are 2 flights from Nashville Intl to Columbus per day from 4 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Nashville to Columbus Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $98 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and United Airlines, starting at $224 and $309 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 75% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $48. Users have also found prices from $79 and $88 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Nashville to Columbus Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Nashville to Columbus Airport consider choosing Sun Country Air (100%), Spirit Airlines (89%) or Southwest (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $116. While the most popular route (Nashville Intl - Columbus) can be booked for $98 on average our data indicates $297 when flying from Nashville to Columbus Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Nashville to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$107Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$263Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$278Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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