Can I fly direct from Sacramento to Nashville?

Historically, direct flights from Sacramento to Nashville have been less common, accounting for approximately 20% of all flights in the trailing 90 days. When a direct option is not available, connecting flights typically involve two stopovers. Travelers should be aware that a significant portion of routes on this path will include at least one stop.

How long does it take to fly from Sacramento to Nashville?

The direct flight time from Sacramento to Nashville typically averages 8 hours and 47 minutes, covering a distance of 3078 kilometers. Flights with one stop are historically shorter in total travel time, averaging 6 hours and 47 minutes. This difference suggests that while direct flights are available, connecting options can sometimes offer a quicker journey.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Sacramento to Nashville?

Historically, good prices on flights from Sacramento to Nashville have been frequent. This route is classified as one with consistent availability of competitive fares. Travelers can typically find favorable deals when planning their trips on this route.

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Sacramento to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Nashville

For cheap flights from Sacramento to Nashville, fares typically range from $383–$822, with a median of $621. Right now, prices are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 14% of recent fares from Sacramento to Nashville were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers appear regularly. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to monitor prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Nashville? The data indicates that February and January are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $119. Following closely is April, where the median fare is $276. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings on your journey.

Most itineraries for flights from Sacramento to Nashville connect at least once, with only 0.2% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is two. This means you should generally expect a journey that includes at least one intermediate stop.

A typical journey from Sacramento to Nashville takes approximately 16h 35m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, reflecting the overall travel time you can expect for this route.

The distance between Sacramento and Nashville is 3078 kilometers, classifying this as a medium-haul route. This distance typically involves a significant amount of travel time, often requiring connecting flights to reach the destination.

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Nashville

Regular price: $245 - $422

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sacramento to Nashville is $245 to $422. The current lowest deal is $216 with Frontier Airlines for Oct 23-Oct 27.

now $216

Low $245

High $422

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Nashville

The cheapest month to fly from Sacramento to Nashville is January, with a median price of $119. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $817. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $119

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $817

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sacramento to Nashville

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Nashville

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$486

$308

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$496

$391

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$489

$308

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$495

$308

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$398

$325

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$349

$325

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 13

$495 → $308

38%

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

$489 → $308

37%

4 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 13

$486 → $308

37%

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

$489 → $331

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Nashville

Sacramento - Nashville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Sacramento to Nashville are near the typical level for the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

February and January are historically cheapest

Historically, February ($119) and January ($119) are the cheapest months to fly this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 16h 35m

Connecting flights from Sacramento to Nashville typically average 16 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 80% of recent deals on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights, with 1 recent direct deal found on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Sacramento to Nashville are frequent, with many deals appearing in the last 30 days.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport offers a convenient departure point for flights to Nashville.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$266

Nashville main airports to arrive at

Nashville International (BNA)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~10 km from Nashville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$219

Airports nearby Nashville used as alternative

Louisville International (SDF)

Louisville International offers diverse carrier options and cabin classes, but is one hour ahead of Nashville.

📍 ~240 km from Nashville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$377

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From SMF

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nashville

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Sacramento to Nashville has been within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price was around $300. Prices tend to increase significantly further out, with tickets bought 14-27 days in advance averaging $682, and those purchased 28-59 days ahead averaging $776. Even tickets bought more than 60 days out were higher, at an average of $492. Therefore, travelers typically find the best fares closer to their travel date.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Sacramento to Nashville is considered to be $383 or less. The median price for this route has been $621. Fares can go higher, with 75% of prices observed being $822 or less. Aiming for a fare around $383 would typically secure a competitive deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Sacramento to Nashville have been February and January, both with a median price of $119. April also offered relatively lower prices, with a median of $276. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $621. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider flying during these months.

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Sacramento to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Nashville

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Nashville

Regular price: $245 - $422

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sacramento to Nashville is $245 to $422. The current lowest deal is $216 with Frontier Airlines for Oct 23-Oct 27.

now $216

Low $245

High $422

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Nashville

January

Cheapest

Flights from $119

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $817

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Sacramento to Nashville

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Nashville

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$486

$308

One-way

Wed, Sep 9

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$496

$391

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$489

$308

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$495

$308

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$398

$325

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

SMF - Nashville

Sacramento (SMF) - Nashville (BNA)

Frontier Airlines

$349

$325

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 13

$495 → $308

38%

3 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 13

$489 → $308

37%

4 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 13

$486 → $308

37%

3 nights

Sep 11 - Sep 14

$489 → $331

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Nashville

Sacramento - Nashville route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Sacramento to Nashville are near the typical level for the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

February and January are historically cheapest

Historically, February ($119) and January ($119) are the cheapest months to fly this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 16h 35m

Connecting flights from Sacramento to Nashville typically average 16 hours and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 80% of recent deals on this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights, with 1 recent direct deal found on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Sacramento to Nashville are frequent, with many deals appearing in the last 30 days.

Sacramento main airports to depart from

Sacramento International (SMF)

Cheapest

Sacramento International Airport offers a convenient departure point for flights to Nashville.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$266

Nashville main airports to arrive at

Nashville International (BNA)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~10 km from Nashville (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$219

Airports nearby Nashville used as alternative

Louisville International (SDF)

Louisville International offers diverse carrier options and cabin classes, but is one hour ahead of Nashville.

Nashville, United States

87% AI deal score

$2,084

$1,228

Save $856

United Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nashville

Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Nashville

Today’s best flight deals from Sacramento to Nashville

Sacramento to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Nashville

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Nashville

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Nashville

Direct flights from Sacramento to Nashville

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Nashville

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

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Nashville

Sacramento - Nashville route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

February and January are historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 16h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Sacramento 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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Sep 29

Sep 10

Oct 01

Oct 02

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nashville

When should I buy Sacramento to Nashville tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Sacramento to Nashville?

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

Can I fly direct from Sacramento to Nashville?

How long does it take to fly from Sacramento to Nashville?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Sacramento to Nashville?

Related routes

More routes from Sacramento

Flights to Nashville from other cities

Sacramento to Nashville: Overview

Insights for flights from Sacramento to Nashville

How much is a round trip from Sacramento to Nashville

The cheapest time to fly from Sacramento to Nashville

Direct flights from Sacramento to Nashville

Last-minute flights going from Sacramento to Nashville

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

Popular Airports to fly from Sacramento to Nashville

Sacramento - Nashville route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

February and January are historically cheapest

Connecting flights average 16h 35m

Connecting flights are dominant

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Sacramento 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

Sep 15

Sep 29

Sep 10

Oct 01

Oct 02

Oct 23

Nov 19

Dec 11

Dec 11

Sep 01

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Oct 29

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Nashville

When should I buy Sacramento to Nashville tickets?

What's a cheap fare from Sacramento to Nashville?

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