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$78+ Cheap flights from Nashville (BNA) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — SFO
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) to San Francisco Bay Area (zzXIH). 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 December 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$181
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$78
(FlightHub)
From Nashville Intl to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2512:29 pmBNA - SJC
2 stops10h 38mDelta
Wed 1/15:55 amSJC - BNA
1 stop5h 52mDelta
Deal found 12/18$341
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/298:36 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop28h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/16:00 amSFO - BNA
1 stop27h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/233:25 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Fri 2/2111:35 pmSFO - BNA
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$404
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/202:53 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop9h 51mDelta
Sun 1/126:20 amSFO - BNA
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/17$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/306:44 pmBNA - SFO
Nonstop5h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/711:59 pmSFO - BNA
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$420
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/255:12 pmBNA - SFO
1 stop9h 09mFrontier
Thu 1/26:00 amSFO - BNA
1 stop28h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$449
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/3111:19 amBNA - SJC
3 stops31h 54mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/51:23 pmSJC - BNA
2 stops23h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$470
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/316:00 amBNA - OAK
2 stops16h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/510:24 amOAK - BNA
2 stops26h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$514
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/257:05 amBNA - OAK
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Wed 1/15:30 amOAK - BNA
1 stop6h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/18$540
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:00 amBNA - SFO
1 stop8h 40mAlaska Airlines
Fri 2/215:50 pmSFO - BNA
2 stops22h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$541
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:45 pmBNA - OAK
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Sun 1/54:40 pmOAK - BNA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$545
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/178:40 pmBNA - SFO
2 stops16h 55mSouthwest
Wed 12/258:15 amSFO - BNA
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$545

Find flights from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 18, 2024.

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NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Thu 2/20

9:10 pm-3:19 pm

2 stops20h 09m

Oakland

Sun 2/23

4:14 pm-5:07 am

1 stop10h 53m

$181

NashvilleSan Jose

BNA - SJC

BNASJC

Nashville Intl

Mon 2/3

12:55 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop9h 44m

San Jose

Mon 2/10

1:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$181

NashvilleSan Jose

BNA - SJC

BNASJC

Nashville Intl

Fri 1/10

12:55 pm-10:41 am

1 stop23h 46m

San Jose

Sun 1/12

9:34 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop12h 26m

$193

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Tue 1/7

11:19 am-9:43 am

3 stops24h 24m

Oakland

Sat 1/11

7:42 am-1:53 pm

2 stops28h 11m

$229

NashvilleSan Jose

BNA - SJC

BNASJC

Nashville Intl

Fri 1/17

6:50 pm-9:30 am

1 stop16h 40m

San Jose

Wed 1/22

8:30 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$252

NashvilleSan Francisco

BNA - SFO

BNASFO

Nashville Intl

Sun 1/19

6:00 am-11:43 am

1 stop7h 43m

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

11:10 am-5:34 pm

Nonstop4h 24m

$259

NashvilleSan Francisco

BNA - SFO

BNASFO

Nashville Intl

Thu 1/9

7:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

San Francisco

Sat 1/18

8:20 am-5:50 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$260

NashvilleSan Jose

BNA - SJC

BNASJC

Nashville Intl

Thu 1/23

6:00 am-4:22 pm

2 stops12h 22m

San Jose

Sun 1/26

11:45 am-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$261

NashvilleSan Francisco

BNA - SFO

BNASFO

Nashville Intl

Thu 1/23

9:49 am-5:40 pm

1 stop9h 51m

San Francisco

Sat 1/25

12:27 am-10:42 am

1 stop8h 15m

$268

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Tue 1/14

6:50 pm-8:49 am

1 stop15h 59m

Oakland

Sat 1/18

10:41 am-5:50 pm

1 stop29h 09m

$273

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Best time to book a flight from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area

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Travel insights for flights from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Southwest and Sun Country Air from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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

    Nashville Intl (BNA), located 6.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    Flights from Nashville Intl to San Francisco Bay Area have been viewed 13 times in the past calendar month.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $78 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $84 and Alaska Airlines from $103 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The most popular flight routes from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area are Nashville Intl - San Francisco, Nashville Intl - Oakland and Nashville Intl - San Jose.

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

    Consider United Airlines (85%), Virgin Australia (73%) or Air New Zealand (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area? While on average our users pay $1,054, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $135. The most popular route (Nashville Intl - San Francisco), is priced around $233.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Nashville to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$123Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$138Average$199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$202Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$220Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$248Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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