$40 Cheap Flights from Nashville (BNA) to Columbus (CMH)

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Cheap Flights from Nashville to Columbus (BNA-CMH)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $40 for one-way flights and $80 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
BNA
Nashville
CMH
Columbus
$80 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Nashville to Columbus, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $80 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
BNA
Nashville
CMH
Columbus
$106 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$106
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Nashville to Columbus, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $106 found 3 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 2
BNA
Nashville
CMH
Columbus
$119 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$119
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Nashville to Columbus, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $119 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Tue, Aug 12
BNA
Nashville
CMH
Columbus
$123 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$123
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Nashville to Columbus, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $123 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 2
BNA
Nashville
CMH
Columbus
$124 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$124
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Nashville to Columbus, returning Sun, Nov 2, priced at $124 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9
BNA
Nashville
CMH
Columbus
$130 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Nashville to Columbus, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $130 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Sun, Aug 10
BNA
Nashville
CMH
Columbus
$132 Roundtrip, just found
$132
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Nashville to Columbus, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $132 just found
Delta
Wed, Aug 6 - Sun, Aug 10
BNA
Nashville
CMH
Columbus
$159 Roundtrip, just found
$159
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Nashville to Columbus, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $159 just found
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Sun, Aug 10
BNA
Nashville
CMH
Columbus
$164 Roundtrip, just found
$164
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Nashville to Columbus, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $164 just found
United
Fri, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 9
BNA
Nashville
CMH
Columbus
$170 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Aug 8 from Nashville to Columbus, returning Sat, Aug 9, priced at $170 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nashville (BNA) to Columbus (CMH)

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From $86 - $313 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Columbus

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Select flight to John Glenn Columbus Intl. CMH. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 10 minutes. Flights from $189
CMH
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center10 min
Flights from $189
Flights from Nashville (BNA) to Columbus (CMH)
Origin airport
Nashville Intl.
Destination airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$80
Distance
337 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 20 mins

Nashville to Columbus Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Nashville to Columbus

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 Nashville to Columbus are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Nashville to Columbus with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Nashville to Columbus

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Nashville to Columbus: 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 Nashville to Columbus

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 Nashville to Columbus in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $40 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 Nashville to Columbus 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 Nashville to Columbus 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 Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) cost?
Grab cheap return flights starting at $159 from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving BNA on August 4 2025 and touching down at CMH. The price was last updated on July 10 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from BNA to CMH?
The cheapest flights from BNA to CMH are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Fly nonstop from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from BNA to CMH?
With tickets starting at $69 for a one-way flight from BNA to CMH, Southwest Airlines is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from BNA on August 11 2025. Prices were last updated on July 10 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
On average, you'll only find 1 direct flight taking off from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) per day. If this doesn't suit your schedule, consider flights with layovers. Simply filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops to discover the next best option.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Flights between BNA and CMH are busiest at 10 AM. If you want a less crowded experience and potentially cheaper prices, look for a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from BNA to CMH?
Friday has the most flights from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a departure that fits your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
The first flight of the day out of Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) is at around 10:20AM UTC-6. Board this flight and you'll reach John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) at approximately 12:40PM UTC-5. The total travel time is 1h 20m.
How long does it take to fly from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
The average flight duration from BNA to CMH is 1 hour and 21 minutes, covering a distance of 340 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
To avoid possible delays on the Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) route, travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Columbus from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA)?
Check out your flight options from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH). This is the only Columbus airport you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from BNA to CMH are usually more expensive. To secure the best prices, start searching for flights well in advance. That said, if you're flexible with your travel plans, it's possible to find a cheap ticket right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a BNA to CMH flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a BNA to CMH flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage it all in one place. Once you've chosen your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras including tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Nashville Intl. Airport (BNA) to John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
If you booked your BNA to CMH flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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