How many flights from Detroit to Nashville are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 7.1% of flights from Detroit to Nashville have been non-stop. The majority of available flights on this route typically include at least one stopover. For connecting flights, the median number of stopovers observed has been 2. Travelers prioritizing direct routes should be aware of this historical distribution.

What's the flight time from Detroit to Nashville?

The median direct flight time from Detroit to Nashville is approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes, covering a distance of 735 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to about 5 hours and 34 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, as connecting flights can add substantial duration to the trip.

How often do Detroit to Nashville flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Detroit to Nashville route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities to secure more favorable fares. Price fluctuations are a common characteristic of this route, observed across a 30-day trailing window. Monitoring prices regularly can be beneficial for those seeking better deals.

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Detroit to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Nashville

A typical journey from Detroit to Nashville takes about 1h 35m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, a typical journey including connections can extend to 8h 47m. This route is considered a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 735 kilometers.

For those seeking cheap flights from Detroit to Nashville, prices typically range from $267–$842, with a median of $490. Right now, fares are below the typical level. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Nashville? The data indicates that January is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $259. Following closely are August, with a median of $265, and May, with a median of $267. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

The vast majority of itineraries on this route involve connections, as most itineraries connect at least once. Only 7.1% of recent fares were for direct flights from Detroit to Nashville. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Nashville

Regular price: $99 - $200

Prices for flights from Detroit to Nashville are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Detroit to Nashville is between $99 and $200. The current lowest deal is $176 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Aug 11-Aug 12.

now $176

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The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Nashville

The cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Nashville is January, with a median price of $215. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $895. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

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Flights from $215

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $895

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Direct flights from Detroit to Nashville

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Nashville

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Nashville

Detroit (DTW) - Nashville (BNA)

JetBlue Airways

$284

$290

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Nashville

Detroit (DTW) - Nashville (BNA)

American Airlines

$245

$213

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Nashville

Detroit (DTW) - Nashville (BNA)

Southwest Airlines

$134

$176

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Nashville

Detroit (DTW) - Nashville (BNA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$119

$194

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Nashville

Detroit (DTW) - Nashville (BNA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$123

$194

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Nashville

Detroit (DTW) - Nashville (BNA)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$132

$177

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Detroit to Nashville

4 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 12

$398 → $267

33%

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$248 → $177

29%

2 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 10

$244 → $177

27%

3 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 10

$241 → $176

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Nashville

Detroit - Nashville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Detroit to Nashville are below the typical level at $176.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Nashville, with a median price of $215.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 35m

Direct flights from Detroit to Nashville typically take 1 hour and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

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

🏆 Airline highlight

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers direct flights

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers direct flights from Detroit to Nashville.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Detroit to Nashville are frequent, appearing often over 30 days.

Detroit main airports to depart from

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan is a convenient option for flights from Detroit to Nashville.

📍 ~29 km from Detroit city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$145

Nashville main airports to arrive at

Nashville International (BNA)

Cheapest

Nashville International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Detroit to Nashville.

📍 ~10 km from Nashville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$145

Airports nearby Nashville used as alternative

Louisville International (SDF)

Louisville International (SDF) is a useful alternative with diverse carriers and full cabin classes.

📍 ~255 km from Nashville (reachable by car); note it is in the Eastern Time Zone.

💸 Flights from ~$208

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nashville

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Detroit to Nashville is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been observed at approximately $278. Prices tend to be significantly higher outside this window, with tickets bought 7-13 days out averaging around $540, and those purchased 28-59 days in advance costing about $547. This trend is based on pricing data observed across a 90-day trailing window.

A good price for a flight from Detroit to Nashville is considered to be around $267 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of fares observed across the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route has historically been $490, with prices reaching up to $842 for the higher 25% of fares. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $267 mark.

Based on historical data across a 270-day window, January, August, and May have typically offered the cheapest flights from Detroit to Nashville. The median price in January was $259, while August saw a median of $265, and May had a median of $267. These months present opportunities for more economical travel compared to the annual median price of $490 for this route.

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Detroit to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Nashville

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Nashville

Regular price: $99 - $200

Prices for flights from Detroit to Nashville are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Detroit to Nashville is between $99 and $200. The current lowest deal is $176 with Southwest Airlines for travel from Aug 11-Aug 12.

now $176

Low $99

High $200

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Nashville

January

Cheapest

Flights from $215

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $895

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