$101 Cheap Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Nashville (BNA)

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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Nashville (DSM-BNA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $101 for one-way flights and $192 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 14
DSM
Des Moines
BNA
Nashville
$192 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Des Moines to Nashville, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $192 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 18
DSM
Des Moines
BNA
Nashville
$201 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Des Moines to Nashville, returning Thu, Sep 18, priced at $201 found 3 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 22
DSM
Des Moines
BNA
Nashville
$201 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Des Moines to Nashville, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $201 found 14 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 5
DSM
Des Moines
BNA
Nashville
$202 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Nov 1 from Des Moines to Nashville, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $202 found 15 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 22
DSM
Des Moines
BNA
Nashville
$204 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Des Moines to Nashville, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $204 found 14 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Wed, Oct 22
DSM
Des Moines
BNA
Nashville
$208 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Des Moines to Nashville, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $208 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 18
DSM
Des Moines
BNA
Nashville
$210 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$210
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Des Moines to Nashville, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $210 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Thu, Sep 25
DSM
Des Moines
BNA
Nashville
$211 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$211
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Des Moines to Nashville, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $211 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
DSM
Des Moines
BNA
Nashville
$231 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Des Moines to Nashville, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $231 found 3 days ago
United
Tue, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 24
DSM
Des Moines
BNA
Nashville
$232 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$232
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 23 from Des Moines to Nashville, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $232 found 3 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Nashville (BNA)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $165 - $352 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Nashville Intl. BNA. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $258
BNA
Nashville Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $258
Flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Nashville (BNA)
Origin airport
Des Moines Intl.
Destination airport
Nashville Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$192
Distance
529 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 40 mins

Des Moines to Nashville Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Des Moines to Nashville

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Des Moines to Nashville are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Des Moines to Nashville with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Nashville

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Des Moines to Nashville: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Des Moines to Nashville

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Des Moines to Nashville in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $101 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Des Moines to Nashville flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Des Moines to Nashville airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $101 or cheap return flight from $192 from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA)?
September is the most affordable month to fly from DSM to BNA. Traveling during quieter months is often the key to scoring lower fares.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA)?
Use the filters on Expedia to compare airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll fly you from DSM to BNA. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to pick up a good deal.
How many flights per day from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA)?
On average, Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) has 2 direct flights to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) per week. If you're looking for more choice, take advantage of Expedia's filters to find flights with one or more stops. Squeeze in a visit to another city or just break up your journey.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA)?
More travelers fly between DSM and BNA at 7 PM than at any other time. Looking to skip the crowds? Consider flying outside peak hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DSM to BNA?
Fly on a Friday if you're searching for the largest selection of flights from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA).
What is the earliest flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA)?
Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)'s earliest flight to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) leaves at approximately 7:12PM UTC-6. With a total travel time of 1h 46m, you'll land at around 8:58PM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA)?
Flights from DSM to BNA have an average travel time of 1 hour and 46 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 530 mi.
What airline has the least delays from DSM to BNA?
Consider traveling with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to go straight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) without any holdups. This airline has the strongest track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 100%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA)?
To avoid potential delays on the Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Nashville from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM)?
If you're flying on a direct flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville, Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from DSM to BNA right before your getaway is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your travel dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DSM to BNA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a DSM to BNA flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Des Moines Intl. Airport (DSM) to Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA)?
In most instances, you can modify or cancel your DSM to BNA flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you want further information, go to our Customer Service portal.

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