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$52 Find Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Nashville

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$98
Overall average: $211
Allegiant Air
Mon 2/23Fri 2/27
DSM - BNA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$52
Typical prices: $56-$286
Allegiant Air
Sun 6/7
DSM - BNA • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Nashville (DSM-BNA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Nashville that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Nashville

Mon, Feb 23 - Fri, Feb 27
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8:38 pm - 10:19 pm
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BNA
1h 41mnonstop
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5:54 pm - 7:39 pm
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1h 45mnonstop
$98Allegiant Air
Mon, Feb 23 - Fri, Feb 27
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8:38 pm - 10:19 pm
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BNA
1h 41mnonstop
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5:54 pm - 7:39 pm
BNA
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DSM
1h 45mnonstop
$99Allegiant Air
Sun, May 31 - Wed, Jul 1
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2:10 pm - 3:46 pm
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BNA
1h 36mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
8:30 am - 10:09 am
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DSM
1h 39mnonstop
$123Allegiant Air
Sun, May 31 - Fri, Jun 26
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2:10 pm - 3:46 pm
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1h 36mnonstop
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2:35 pm - 4:15 pm
BNA
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DSM
1h 40mnonstop
$134Allegiant Air
Sun, May 31 - Thu, Jul 2
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2:10 pm - 3:46 pm
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1h 36mnonstop
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8:28 am - 10:07 am
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1h 39mnonstop
$140Allegiant Air
Mon, Feb 23 - Thu, Feb 26
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8:38 pm - 10:19 pm
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1h 41mnonstop
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7:35 pm - 7:04 pm
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23h 29m
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$142Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jun 5 - Wed, Jul 1
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12:56 pm - 2:29 pm
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BNA
1h 33mnonstop
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8:30 am - 10:09 am
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1h 39mnonstop
$143Allegiant Air
Fri, May 29 - Mon, Jun 1
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9:51 pm - 11:27 pm
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1h 36mnonstop
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7:20 pm - 9:01 pm
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$144Allegiant Air
Mon, Mar 23 - Fri, Mar 27
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9:55 am - 11:29 am
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1h 34mnonstop
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4:45 pm - 6:32 pm
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1h 47mnonstop
$153Allegiant Air
Fri, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 26
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12:56 pm - 2:29 pm
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1h 33mnonstop
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2:35 pm - 4:15 pm
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$154Allegiant Air
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to Nashville flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to Nashville to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Nashville?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Des Moines to Nashville clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Nashville on a Sunday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Des Moines to Nashville. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Nashville?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Nashville, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines to Nashville is July, where tickets cost $115 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $286 and $239 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Nashville?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Nashville, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Des Moines to Nashville, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$52
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 42% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Nashville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Nashville based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Des Moines to Nashville

  • Where can I park my car at DSM before my flight to BNA?

    You can park your car long-term at the Green Lot Economy 3, the Gray Lot Economy 4, and the Blue Lot Economy 2, where you can take advantage of the free shuttle service from these lots to the terminals. Check out the DSM homepage to find out how much space is available in each parking lot in real time and to learn from the Live Shuttle Tracker when the next shuttle will be arriving.

  • Does BNA have private facilities for nursing moms?

    Yes. BNA has installed a free-standing Mamava lactation pod just beyond the security checkpoint. Each Mamava unit contains a fold-down shelf area, seating on either side, a coat hook, a mirror, an electrical outlet and a USB port. Download the Mamava app in order to get the access code to enter the pod.

  • Does DSM provide animal relief areas in the terminal?

    No, not in the terminal. But DSM does provide an animal relief area just outside the terminal. The animal relief area next to the parking garage, north of the skywalk. Since this area is outside, make sure that your service animal or four-legged friend goes to the bathroom before you go into the airport and pass through the TSA security checkpoint.

  • Does BNA have a military lounge?

    Yes. If you are an active duty member of the US military or the member of a military family, and you want to regroup or refresh before you head out into Nashville, you can take advantage of the facilities and services at the USO at BNA free of charge. Open every day from 8 am to 6 pm, this lounge is in the C/D Terminal. Some amenities in this USO include refreshments, comfortable seating, TV, coffee, games, computers, Xbox One, local information, and more.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Des Moines to Nashville?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Des Moines to Nashville was $52 for a one-way ticket and $98 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Des Moines and Nashville?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Des Moines to Nashville. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Des Moines to Nashville?

    Only Delta offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Des Moines to Nashville flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Des Moines to Nashville?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Des Moines to Nashville flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Des Moines to Nashville?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Des Moines and Nashville, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Des Moines to Nashville?

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Des Moines to Nashville on on Monday, and Friday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Des Moines to Nashville, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Des Moines to Nashville are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $377 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $306 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to Nashville?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Des Moines to Nashville.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Des Moines to Nashville?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nashville from Des Moines is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines to Nashville?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Nashville with an airline and back to Des Moines with another airline. Booking your flights between Des Moines and BNA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines to Nashville?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Nashville from Des Moines up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Des Moines to Nashville

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $92 or less one-way and $162 or less round-trip.
  • The Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is a focus city for Allegiant Air. The Nashville International Airport (BNA) serves as a hub for some regional airlines, such as Air Choice One and Flagship Airlines.
  • Airlines such as American, United, Delta, and Southwest offer one-stop flights between DSM and BNA. Some layover cities include St. Louis, Chicago, Denver, and other cities. United, American, and Delta are three airlines that offer two-stop flights between DSM and BNA.
  • BNA provides “Pet Selfie Spots” in the terminals where passengers can take selfies with their pets to commemorate their time at the Nashville Airport These murals painted especially painted with a pet theme are located in both the North and South terminals.
  • If you need to recenter after your flight from Des Moines, you can take advantage of one of the Meditation Rooms located in the Nashville Airport. These are quiet, safe spaces that welcome all. One Meditation Room is located on Concourse C, landside, in the Meeter-Greeter Lounge. The other is airside near Gate C1.
  • As soon as you land at BNA, you can start absorbing the musical and artistic culture of Nashville. BNA displays art exhibitions and holds musical performances throughout the terminals throughout the year. If you go to Tootie's Orchid Lounge, located on Concourse C airside, you can treat yourself to some live entertainment.

Prefer to fly direct from Des Moines to Nashville?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Des Moines to Nashville Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Des Moines Airport to Nashville Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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Des Moines to Nashville Intl

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Direct returns

Nashville Intl to Des Moines

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Des Moines to Nashville

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Des Moines to Nashville. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4267 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.0Food
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All good except once again bags took an hour at Midway Airport Happens all the time. Ridiculous

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jan 2026
PHX - MDW
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All good except once again bags took an hour at Midway Airport Happens all the time. Ridiculous

Everything went smoothly and we even arrived a little bit early.

Great vacation. Can't wait till next year for another one.

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

On time. Friendly staff. Took to long to pre bord all the specialty groups. Cramped small plane

The seats were comfortable, and the boarding process was pretty smooth.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The staff was very friendly, professional, and courteous. The overall flight was a great experience.

The crew canceled the complementary snack and drink in anticipation of turbulence that never materialized. I was counting on the drink (water) to take the the doses of medication - prescribed for my heart condition - that were due during the flight. Since no snack or meal was served on this flight, I cannot rate the food quality. Otherwise, this flight was excellent.

Departure was delayed more than 1/2 hour while we waited for luggage (only) transfer from another flight/plane. Once approved for takeoff, the flight was excellent.

Timing, quality of service, promptness and courtesy of the staff

It was last minute due to weather - considering - it was amazing! Good smiles, friendly staff and they were making sure we knew what was going on when and where.

delta last minute gave me a boarding pass for a different flight with no confirmation that they were changing it

The service from the flight attendants were of supreme quality. They greeted and treated everyone with a wide smile. This is totally absent nowadays. Kudos to them!!!!

Excellent flight and got us around tough weather. Only issue was seat TV did not work and crew tried to reboot.

Very large passenger too space from my own seat. Arm board couldn’t be lowered because of his size. It wads very uncomfortable trip, as the flight was full couldn’t move anywhere having back pain because of the position in which I was the entire flight.

was sitting in the jet bridge for 10 minutes in -20 degree weather waiting for my bag

Outdated equipment in disrepair, wifi inoperable. Broken seats, taped air vents, generally poor condition, the 717 showed its age and lack of upkeep.

My flight out of Baton Rouge to Atlanta was delayed by a half hour. This got us into Atlanta airport 30 minutes late. I ran through the airport to get to my connecting flight. As I approached the boarding gate, I saw the boarding door was still open and a passenger was being checked in. But when I got to the gate, the boarding agent told me they had already given away my seat and there were no empty seats on that flight. So I had to take a later flight. That has never happened to me before. Very frustrating.

Connection through Atlanta was difficult. Mechanical issue on plane caused a two hour delay. New gate was a mile away.

In overall it was a good experience, the only down point was that the entertainment screen was working properly.

HORRIBLE, my initial flight was cancelled, they made me pay $200 extra dollars and that got cancelled as well! After 6 cancellations I decided to get a refund because I needed to get home to my babies. Out of $1000+ dollars they offered me only $40 in refund! Totally unacceptable! The flight that they cancelled I was able to fly it on another airline. I had to spend $400 on one way tickets just to get home! I’m still getting the runaround.

First class ticket gets you a choice of chips or nuts. . Just like economy Southwest. Also no screen in the seats. This is first class???!

Seated dude next to me even though lots of empty rows. But main thing was we sat on the tarmac after landing for 30 minutes because of, in the words of the dude who sat next to me, “operational incompetence”. We got changing directions about where to pick up gate checked bags. Pilot and flight attendant were awesome though.

It was a pretty standard flight... until the almost hour and a half spent on the taxi way. I get that the weather has been poor but the delay had nothing to do with the weather and more to do with a plane with several issues tying up the gate. I get that that happens from time to time but this has been EVERY flight I've been on for the past 5 years and I fly 3 to 5 times a year. This isn't just United... it's American, it's Delta. It's an issue with the entire industry. I work for UPS and packages on a cargo plane get better service than people do these days. Anymore I HATE flying.

Flight arrived 30 min early and bag was waiting at the baggage pickup. United Club HNL was one of the nicest in the system

Unfortunately weather delayed our flight waiting for our plane to arrive and due to a little snow time was needed to deice the plane so departure was very delayed and I missed the connecting flight

Very good. Because of the delays with my previous flight, I missed my connection, but I was able to book another flight through the United app easily.

I wish there were outlets to charge my iPhone. The crew was great; we had a female pilot who was great with explaining what was happening and delays,

The flight crew where really good. Better then the crew from BNE to SFO

No gates avail at DFW so our incoming had to wait 30 mins for a plane to push back because they Had mechanical. We boarded 90 mins delayed and then we had a mechanical. Come on American…do better. Also at my seat the tray table had not been cleaned. Floor had not been cleaned. But captain and flight Att were very picture and apologetic.

Crew was helpful and cheerful especially when they had no refreshments to work with. The plane was never serviced and had nothing but limited water and coffee onboard. For the price point, a concern of services.

Flight was smooth, quick and felt safe. The 2 delays not happening would have been better but I guess that happens in the airline industry

Flight was canceled. I asked to be rerouted to OKC and then took an Uber.

AA did not allow to board a flight because my connecting flight from DFW had been canceled. I got on another flight to another city. No service on the plane and I did not use their entertainment system.

On time on a day with lots of weather cancellations on other flights. Thank you for getting me home during a winter storm!

Don't change gate multiple times make people run across the airport. Announce delays in a timely manner. Have maintenance crew ready. Don't delay and keep passengers on the plane for 3 hrs. on tarmac.

The plane was experiencing problems with the HVAC system, it was very cold in the front of the plane and very hot in the back.

The attendants were kind and helpful. A sugar-free drink would have been very welcome.

Pilot navigated severe weather/snow storm with skill. Described his intentions clearly

It was fine. Nobody was outstandingly friendly but no one was rude and everything was smooth . The captain thanked us for flying but no one greeted me as I walked on the plane or as I exited which is the least they could do lol

Clean, friendly, roomy. But check-in from the phone link was terrible. Repeated attempts wouldn’t save at the final step. Just kept spinning! It was very frustrating. Finally, I used the app (vs website link) to check-in which worked very smoothly on the first attempt.

Check in on the web portal was cumbersome! After several attempts I finally got the boarding pass.

Excellent flight and even arrived 23 min early. No entertainment , or wi fi on board, but I downloaded a couple of movies beforehand which kept me entertained. Really like flying Allegiant airlines.

WE were delayed about an hour and never any communications from the employees working the gate. We also were moved to a total of three gates.

I love how they show love to their customers and care about them too.

I liked how when I got on board how fast we ended up taking off but what I truly disliked was how uncomfortable the seats were. There was truly never a time that I could ever get comfortable during both of my flights. The seats could get away during shorter flights but flights 3 hour plus makes it hard to enjoy.

The crew was great and the flight was very smooth. Can’t really judge food since I did not get any because it costs money. The seat was comfortable for what we bought. Thanks!

Crew was great. No entertainment and food and beverage was for purchase only, even water

It was canceled. The flight wasn’t rescheduled, everyone had to figure out their own new arrangements. They said we would get refunded our original fare and receive an additional $150. We received links for $100 only and they expired before we could activate them.

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