What percentage of New Orleans to Nashville flights are direct?

Historically, approximately 30% of flights from New Orleans to Nashville have been direct. This means that a significant portion of travelers on this route will typically have at least one stopover. For flights that include connections, the median number of stopovers has been observed to be 2. This data is based on observations over a 90-day period.

What's the flight time from New Orleans to Nashville?

The typical direct flight from New Orleans to Nashville has a median duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, covering a distance of 759 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median flight time is considerably longer, averaging 6 hours and 42 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for New Orleans to Nashville flights?

Based on historical trends over a 30-day period, price fluctuations for flights from New Orleans to Nashville are frequent. This indicates that prices for this route tend to change often. Setting a price alert could be beneficial to monitor these changes and potentially secure a more favorable fare when prices drop.

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New Orleans to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Nashville

A typical journey from New Orleans to Nashville takes about 4h 50m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stop. For travelers planning their trip, understanding this total travel time is key when considering flight options between these two cities.

For those seeking cheap flights from New Orleans to Nashville, the fares right now are above the typical level, with recent prices typically ranging from $372–$564 and a median of $458. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding a particularly low fare might require some flexibility or waiting for new deals. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Nashville? The most affordable month to fly is typically November, with a median fare of just $149. Following closely, January also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $176. Travelers can also find good value in February, where the median fare is around $211. These months present the best opportunities for budget-conscious travelers.

Most itineraries for flights from New Orleans to Nashville connect at least once, with only 30% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of itineraries that do connect, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means that while direct flights from New Orleans to Nashville are available, you will likely encounter options with connections, which can influence both travel time and price.

The route from New Orleans to Nashville covers a distance of 759 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall travel experience, making it a convenient option for regional travel within the United States.

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Nashville

Regular price: $187 - $432

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from New Orleans to Nashville is $187 to $432. The current lowest deal is $232 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 6-Nov 9.

now $232

Low $187

High $432

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Nashville

The cheapest month to fly from MSY to BNA is April, with a median price of $207. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1670. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $207

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,670

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Orleans to Nashville

Frontier Airlines

Breeze Airways

United Airlines

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Nashville

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$445

$322

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$444

$433

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$427

$347

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$421

$350

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$428

$326

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$427

$326

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Orleans to Nashville

1 night

Sep 18 - Sep 19

$428 → $326

24%

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$427 → $328

23%

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

$427 → $338

21%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$421 → $350

17%

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Nashville

New Orleans - Nashville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for New Orleans to Nashville are above the typical level at $232.

📅 Best time to fly

November, January, and February are cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are November ($149), January ($176), and February ($211).

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 4h 50m

Connecting flights from New Orleans to Nashville typically have a median duration of 4h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 70% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers frequent deals

Frontier Airlines has 70 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from New Orleans to Nashville are frequent, with new offers appearing often.

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is a good option for flights from New Orleans to Nashville.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$200

Nashville main airports to arrive at

Nashville International (BNA)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$196

Airports nearby Nashville used as alternative

Louisville International (SDF)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~250 km from Nashville (reachable by car); note it is in the Eastern Time Zone.

💸 Flights from ~$120

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Nashville, United States

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Oct 27

Nashville, United States

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$699

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From MSY

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Nashville, United States

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$891

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From MSY

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Nov 10

Nashville, United States

68% AI deal score

$906

$699

Save $207

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Business Class

From MSY

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Nov 11

Nashville, United States

68% AI deal score

$903

$699

Save $204

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Oct 24

Nashville, United States

67% AI deal score

$909

$732

Save $177

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Business Class

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Oct 13

Nashville, United States

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$890

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Oct 05

Nashville, United States

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nashville

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from New Orleans to Nashville is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for tickets has been observed at approximately $323. Booking within 7-13 days of travel tends to see average prices rise to around $343. For those planning further ahead, tickets purchased 60+ days out average about $361, while prices for flights booked 28-59 days in advance have averaged $494.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from New Orleans to Nashville is considered to be $372 or less. This threshold represents the 25th percentile of prices observed over a 90-day period. The median price for this route has been $458, with prices at the 75th percentile reaching $564. Therefore, any fare at or below $372 indicates a favorable deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from New Orleans to Nashville are November, January, and February. In November, the median price was $149, while January saw a median of $176. February also offered competitive pricing with a median of $211. The annual median price for this route, based on a 270-day window, is $458, indicating significant savings during these months.

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New Orleans to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Nashville

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Nashville

Regular price: $187 - $432

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from New Orleans to Nashville is $187 to $432. The current lowest deal is $232 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Nov 6-Nov 9.

now $232

Low $187

High $432

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Nashville

April

Cheapest

Flights from $207

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,670

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from New Orleans to Nashville

Frontier Airlines

Breeze Airways

United Airlines

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Nashville

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$445

$322

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$444

$433

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$427

$347

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$421

$350

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$428

$326

One-way

Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MSY - Nashville

New Orleans (MSY) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$427

$326

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Orleans to Nashville

1 night

Sep 18 - Sep 19

$428 → $326

24%

2 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 20

$427 → $328

23%

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

$427 → $338

21%

3 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 20

$421 → $350

17%

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Nashville

New Orleans - Nashville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for New Orleans to Nashville are above the typical level at $232.

📅 Best time to fly

November, January, and February are cheapest

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are November ($149), January ($176), and February ($211).

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 4h 50m

Connecting flights from New Orleans to Nashville typically have a median duration of 4h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 70% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers frequent deals

Frontier Airlines has 70 direct deals, making it a frequent option for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from New Orleans to Nashville are frequent, with new offers appearing often.

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International (MSY)

Cheapest

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is a good option for flights from New Orleans to Nashville.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$200

Nashville main airports to arrive at

Nashville International (BNA)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$196

Airports nearby Nashville used as alternative

Louisville International (SDF)

Cheapest

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

Nashville, United States

65% AI deal score

$782

$699

Save $83

United Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nashville

Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Nashville

Today’s best flight deals from New Orleans to Nashville

New Orleans to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Nashville

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Nashville

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Nashville

Direct flights from New Orleans to Nashville

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Nashville

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Orleans to Nashville

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Nashville

New Orleans - Nashville route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November, January, and February are cheapest

Connecting flights average 4h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers frequent deals

Deals are frequent on this route

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Nashville main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nashville used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nashville

Best Elite deals to Nashville

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Nov 07

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Nov 10

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nashville

When should I buy New Orleans to Nashville tickets?

How do I know if a New Orleans to Nashville flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from New Orleans to Nashville?

What percentage of New Orleans to Nashville flights are direct?

What's the flight time from New Orleans to Nashville?

Should I set a price alert for New Orleans to Nashville flights?

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New Orleans to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from New Orleans to Nashville

How much is a round trip from New Orleans to Nashville

The cheapest time to fly from New Orleans to Nashville

Direct flights from New Orleans to Nashville

Last-minute flights going from New Orleans to Nashville

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New Orleans to Nashville

Popular Airports to fly from New Orleans to Nashville

New Orleans - Nashville route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

November, January, and February are cheapest

Connecting flights average 4h 50m

Connecting flights are dominant

Frontier Airlines offers frequent deals

Deals are frequent on this route

New Orleans main airports to depart from

Nashville main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Nashville used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Nashville

Best Elite deals to Nashville

Dec 05

Nov 07

Oct 27

Oct 07

Nov 10

Nov 11

Oct 24

Oct 13

Oct 05

Dec 16

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Jan 05

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nashville

When should I buy New Orleans to Nashville tickets?

How do I know if a New Orleans to Nashville flight is a good deal?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from New Orleans to Nashville?