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$56+ 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 10/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — CMH
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$137
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$56
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$423

Good round-trip deal

$398 or less

Good one-way deal

$217 or less
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/165:05 amBNA - CMH
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/192:36 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop26h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/255:05 amBNA - CMH
1 stop6h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/2711:45 amCMH - BNA
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/15:05 amBNA - CMH
1 stop7h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/26:21 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop16h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1710:44 amBNA - CMH
1 stop5h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/192:36 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop26h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/219:38 pmBNA - CMH
1 stop21h 01mFrontier
Fri 9/268:34 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop26h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$175
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/307:20 amBNA - CMH
1 stop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/307:10 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop4h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$185
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/266:15 amBNA - CMH
1 stop12h 24mFrontier
Sun 9/2811:16 amCMH - BNA
1 stop7h 55mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/226:15 amBNA - CMH
1 stop12h 24mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/255:15 amCMH - BNA
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/129:47 pmBNA - CMH
1 stop11h 32mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/141:10 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:44 pmBNA - CMH
1 stop14h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/25:00 amCMH - BNA
1 stop7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$199
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/115:05 amBNA - CMH
1 stop12h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/136:21 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop16h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$201

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 September 11, 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

Fly to

Columbus

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Return

Price

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Sat 11/1

5:05 am-1:43 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Columbus

Sun 11/2

6:21 pm-10:15 am

1 stop16h 54m

$164

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Sun 9/21

9:38 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop21h 01m

Columbus

Fri 9/26

8:34 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop26h 59m

$175

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Columbus

Tue 9/30

7:10 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop4h 29m

$185

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Tue 3/3

6:40 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Columbus

Wed 3/4

3:58 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$185

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Fri 9/26

6:15 am-7:39 pm

1 stop12h 24m

Columbus

Sun 9/28

11:16 am-6:11 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$186

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/22

6:15 am-7:39 pm

1 stop12h 24m

Columbus

Thu 9/25

5:15 am-4:35 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$194

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Thu 10/30

8:44 pm-11:58 am

1 stop14h 14m

Columbus

Sun 11/2

5:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop7h 47m

$199

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Sat 10/11

4:06 pm-7:37 am

1 stop14h 31m

Columbus

Mon 10/13

6:21 pm-9:44 am

1 stop16h 23m

$201

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Fri 10/10

8:44 pm-11:58 am

1 stop14h 14m

Columbus

Fri 10/17

8:31 pm-3:43 pm

1 stop20h 12m

$202

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Tue 12/9

6:20 am-12:51 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$93

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Best time to book a flight from Nashville to Columbus

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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 September 11, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 39% 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 September 7, 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.

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 September 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Nashville to Columbus Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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.

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

    A quick flight from Nashville to Columbus Airport can take about 5h 20m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $185. There are 338 mi between Nashville and Columbus Airport. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $124 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Delta, starting at $168 and $232 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 66% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $170. While the most popular route (Nashville Intl - Columbus) can be booked for $159 on average, our data indicates $499 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Nashville to Columbus

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Nashville to Columbus. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$124Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$232Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$253Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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