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$41+ 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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — CMH
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Wed 3/26
Wed 4/2
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 March 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$84
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$41
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$289 or less

Good one-way deal

$126 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 March 21, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/172:36 pmBNA - CMH
Nonstop1h 15mSpirit Airlines
Thu 4/245:56 pmCMH - BNA
Nonstop1h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$84
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Fri 4/186:10 pmBNA - CMH
1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/225:00 amCMH - BNA
1 stop3h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/19$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/164:40 pmBNA - CMH
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Sun 4/206:30 amCMH - BNA
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/20$223
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/208:02 amBNA - CMH
2 stops9h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/226:00 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/21$406
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 3/278:45 pmBNA - CMH
1 stop14h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/306:30 pmCMH - BNA
1 stop17h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Tue 3/259:25 amBNA - CMH
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Fri 3/286:15 amCMH - BNA
1 stop5h 03mDelta
Deal found 3/20$664

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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 March 21, 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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Price

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Thu 4/17

2:36 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Columbus

Thu 4/24

5:56 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$84

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Fri 4/18

6:10 pm-12:16 am

1 stop5h 06m

Columbus

Tue 4/22

5:00 am-7:52 am

1 stop3h 52m

$159

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/16

4:40 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Columbus

Sun 4/20

6:30 am-6:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$223

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 5/7

11:55 am-11:05 pm

2 stops10h 10m

Columbus

Mon 5/12

12:45 pm-9:49 pm

2 stops10h 04m

$461

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Sun 4/20

2:36 pm-4:51 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$41

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Sun 4/20

6:00 am-8:28 pm

1 stop13h 28m

$84

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Mon 5/12

7:00 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$112

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Sat 5/17

10:08 am-5:24 pm

1 stop6h 16m

$137

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Fri 3/28

9:02 am-10:46 am

1 stop24h 44m

$181

NashvilleColumbus

BNA - CMH

BNACMH

Nashville Intl

Wed 5/14

7:08 am-4:54 pm

2 stops8h 46m

$235

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Deals found on 3/20

Compare providers for flights from Nashville to Columbus

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 Nashville to Columbus in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Nashville-Columbus Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Nashville-Columbus Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Nashville-Columbus Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Nashville-Columbus Airport 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 Nashville-Columbus Airport 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 Nashville to Columbus

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Columbus from Nashville with our price prediction graph.
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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 March 21, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 14% 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 March 16, 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 mornings 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 March 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Nashville to Columbus, such as Southwest, United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,605 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,877 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,272 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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 is 1 flight 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 $84 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Southwest, starting at $159 and $223 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 76% 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 $41. Users have also found prices from $112 and $137 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $44. While the most popular route (Nashville Intl - Columbus) can be booked for $96 on average our data indicates $248 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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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 March 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$103Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$206Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$263Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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