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$68+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Nashville (RDU - BNA)

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RDU — BNA
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 August 18, 2025.

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$144
(Priceline)

One-way from

$68
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Average price

$291

Good round-trip deal

$203 or less

Good one-way deal

$105 or less
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This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:21 pmRDU - BNA
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
Mon 9/1511:38 amBNA - RDU
1 stop5h 30mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$144
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/242:27 pmRDU - BNA
1 stop7h 37mFrontier
Sun 10/266:12 amBNA - RDU
1 stop9h 32mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$154
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Mon 9/159:23 amRDU - BNA
1 stop14h 11mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/225:46 amBNA - RDU
1 stop7h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/18$158
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/49:02 pmRDU - BNA
1 stop22h 20mFrontier
Sun 9/78:11 pmBNA - RDU
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$160
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 9/295:23 pmRDU - BNA
1 stop8h 17mFrontier
Thu 10/28:14 pmBNA - RDU
1 stop10h 35mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$162
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/269:23 amRDU - BNA
1 stop22h 53mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/295:46 amBNA - RDU
1 stop7h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$168
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Fri 9/125:23 pmRDU - BNA
1 stop8h 17mFrontier
Sun 9/146:56 pmBNA - RDU
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$169
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 9/259:23 amRDU - BNA
1 stop8h 12mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/295:46 amBNA - RDU
1 stop7h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$170
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Wed 9/107:59 pmRDU - BNA
1 stop24h 30mFrontier
Sun 9/146:56 pmBNA - RDU
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$171
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 11/87:12 pmRDU - BNA
1 stop16h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/125:59 pmBNA - RDU
1 stop15h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$174

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Nashville that are best for you.

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RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/12

12:21 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/15

11:38 am-6:08 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$144

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 9/13

7:03 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop23h 58m

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/15

8:22 pm-1:38 pm

1 stop16h 16m

$153

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/24

2:27 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Nashville Intl

Sun 10/26

6:12 am-4:44 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$154

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/15

9:23 am-10:34 pm

1 stop14h 11m

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/22

5:46 am-2:35 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$158

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/18

7:59 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop24h 28m

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/22

1:42 pm-10:07 am

1 stop19h 25m

$160

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/18

2:36 pm-1:02 pm

1 stop23h 26m

Nashville Intl

Mon 10/20

3:57 pm-9:33 am

1 stop16h 36m

$160

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/21

9:02 pm-10:53 am

1 stop14h 51m

Nashville Intl

Mon 9/22

1:42 pm-10:07 am

1 stop19h 25m

$160

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 11/10

5:19 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$68

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/20

9:09 am-4:17 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$68

RaleighNashville

RDU - BNA

RDUBNA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/27

9:09 am-4:17 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$68

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The best insider tips for Raleigh to Nashville flights

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RDU

RDU offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminals, making it easy to stay connected before your flight.

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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on RDU

John Walton

John Walton

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

Mark Chesnut

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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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?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Nashville. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Nashville is 50 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from Raleigh 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 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 August 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Raleigh to Nashville in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, 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 August 17, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Raleigh to Nashville

Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh 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 August 18, 2025.

The most flights from RDU to BNA are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 August 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Nashville, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,038 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,212 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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 6 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 43 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 fly from Raleigh to Nashville in about 6h 51m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Raleigh and Nashville are separated by a distance of 441 mi.

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $84, 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 72% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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 (74%), Delta (74%) or Endeavor Airlines (74%) 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 $216, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $79. The most popular route (Raleigh-Durham - Nashville Intl), is priced around $135.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Nashville (average of $220). Flying from Raleigh 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 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$84Average$154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$105Average$158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$149Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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