How many flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 5.8% of flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers prioritizing direct routes should be aware of the relatively low percentage of non-stop options. Connecting flights typically involve more than one stop.

What's the flight time from Nashville to Washington, D.C.?

The typical direct flight from Nashville to Washington, D.C. has a duration of 1 hour and 47 minutes, covering a distance of 871 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median flight time significantly increases to 7 hours and 57 minutes. Travelers should account for this difference in duration when planning their journey. The direct route offers a considerably shorter travel experience.

Should I set a price alert for Nashville to Washington, D.C. flights?

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. is advisable. This route is classified as 'regular', indicating that price fluctuations occur with some frequency. Over the trailing 30 days, prices have shown patterns that suggest alerts can be beneficial. Monitoring prices can help travelers secure better deals as they become available.

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Nashville to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Most itineraries for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. connect at least once, with only 5.8% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is two. This means that while direct flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. are available, they represent a small portion of the overall options, and travelers should expect to factor in connection time.

A typical journey from Nashville to Washington, D.C. takes about 1h 47m, including connections. This median duration accounts for both direct and connecting flights, with connecting itineraries often extending the total travel time significantly. For those seeking the quickest route, understanding the stopover patterns is key.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.? The data indicates that May and April are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $163. Following these, February also presents a more budget-friendly option with a median fare of $337. Planning your trip during these months could lead to substantial savings.

Fares for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. typically range from $342–$775, with a median of $490. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a deal requires careful timing. New deals show up several times a week, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial for securing a better fare.

How much is a round trip from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $78 - $270

Prices for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. is between $78 and $270. The current lowest deal is $163 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Dec 1-Dec 15.

now $163

Low $78

High $270

The cheapest time to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Washington is April, with a median price of $163. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $797. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $163

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $797

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jul

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Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$476

$366

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$395

$371

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$397

$366

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$325

$315

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$351

$355

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$284

$275

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

1 night

Oct 26 - Oct 27

$476 → $366

23%

2 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 7

$291 → $223

23%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

$289 → $223

23%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$285 → $223

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Nashville - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

May and April are cheapest months

Historically, May and April have been the cheapest months to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 47m

Direct flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. typically take 1 hour and 47 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers deals

Southwest Airlines recently offered a deal for $163 from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. appear regularly.

Nashville main airports to depart from

Nashville International (BNA)

Cheapest

Nashville International Airport offers flights to Washington, D.C., providing a convenient departure point from Nashville.

📍 ~10 km from Nashville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$189

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good option for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$201

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International is a major international hub offering extensive domestic and global routes, often with lower fares.

📍 ~220 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak).

💸 Flights from ~$85

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was around $574. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically sees prices rise to an average of $841, while booking 7-13 days out averages $855. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance can result in higher prices, averaging $1012.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Nashville to Washington, D.C. is considered to be $342 or less. The median price for this route was $490. Prices can go up significantly, with 75% of fares being $775 or higher. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around the $342 mark.

Historically, May and April have been the cheapest months to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C., both with a median price of $163. February also offered competitive fares, with a median price of $337. The annual median price for this route is $490. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider planning their trips during May or April.

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Nashville to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $78 - $270

Prices for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. is between $78 and $270. The current lowest deal is $163 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Dec 1-Dec 15.

now $163

Low $78

High $270

The cheapest time to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $163

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $797

Jan

Feb

Apr

May

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Southwest Airlines

United Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$476

$366

One-way

Mon, Oct 26

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$395

$371

One-way

Tue, Oct 27

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (BWI)

Frontier Airlines

$397

$366

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$325

$315

One-way

Mon, Nov 2

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (DCA)

Frontier Airlines

$351

$355

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

BNA - Washington, D.C.

Nashville (BNA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Allegiant Air

$284

$275

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

1 night

Oct 26 - Oct 27

$476 → $366

23%

2 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 7

$291 → $223

23%

3 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 8

$289 → $223

23%

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$285 → $223

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Nashville - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

May and April are cheapest months

Historically, May and April have been the cheapest months to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 47m

Direct flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. typically take 1 hour and 47 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers deals

Southwest Airlines recently offered a deal for $163 from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. appear regularly.

Nashville main airports to depart from

Nashville International (BNA)

Cheapest

Nashville International Airport offers flights to Washington, D.C., providing a convenient departure point from Nashville.

📍 ~10 km from Nashville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$189

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International is a good option for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~36 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$201

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Philadelphia International is a major international hub offering extensive domestic and global routes, often with lower fares.

📍 ~220 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak).

💸 Flights from ~$85

Washington, D.C., United States

44% AI deal score

$1,345

Air Transat, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

Cheap Flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Today’s best flight deals from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Nashville to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Nashville - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

May and April are cheapest months

Direct flights average 1h 47m

Connecting flights are dominant

Southwest Airlines offers deals

Deals appear regularly

Nashville main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

When is the best time to book flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.?

What's a cheap fare from Nashville to Washington, D.C.?

What's the best month to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.?

How many flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. are non-stop?

What's the flight time from Nashville to Washington, D.C.?

Should I set a price alert for Nashville to Washington, D.C. flights?

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Nashville to Washington, D.C.: Overview

Insights for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

How much is a round trip from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest time to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Direct flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Last-minute flights going from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Popular Airports to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.

Nashville - Washington, D.C. route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

May and April are cheapest months

Direct flights average 1h 47m

Connecting flights are dominant

Southwest Airlines offers deals

Deals appear regularly

Nashville main airports to depart from

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Washington, D.C.

Best Elite deals to Washington, D.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

When is the best time to book flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C.?

What's a cheap fare from Nashville to Washington, D.C.?

What's the best month to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C.?