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$49 Find Cheap Flights from Detroit to Nashville

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Nashville (DTW-BNA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit 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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Sat, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 1
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9:15 am - 9:42 amDTW-BNA
1h 27mnonstop
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10:37 am - 1:15 pmBNA-DTW
1h 38mnonstop
$99Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Oct 26 - Fri, Oct 31
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9:15 am - 9:42 amDTW-BNA
1h 27mnonstop
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10:42 am - 1:20 pmBNA-DTW
1h 38mnonstop
$100Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Nov 21 - Mon, Nov 24
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7:11 am - 7:54 amDTW-BNA
1h 43mnonstop
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8:49 am - 11:34 amBNA-DTW
1h 45mnonstop
$106Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Nov 23 - Sun, Dec 7
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5:15 am - 5:57 amDTW-BNA
1h 42mnonstop
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1:02 pm - 3:40 pmBNA-DTW
1h 38mnonstop
$111Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Oct 25 - Sat, Nov 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 3:43 pmDTW-BNA
8h 48m1 stop
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10:37 am - 1:15 pmBNA-DTW
1h 38mnonstop
$125Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 27
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 9:42 amDTW-BNA
1h 27mnonstop
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11:35 am - 12:59 amBNA-DTW
12h 24m1 stop
$136Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 18
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 11:59 pmDTW-BNA
18h 59m1 stop
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7:00 am - 12:59 amBNA-DTW
16h 59m1 stop
$162Frontier
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Tue, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 30
Frontier Logo
7:55 am - 11:59 pmDTW-BNA
17h 04m1 stop
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3:42 pm - 4:19 pmBNA-DTW
23h 37m1 stop
$173Frontier
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Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 4
Delta Logo
8:15 pm - 8:55 pmDTW-BNA
1h 40mnonstop
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1:53 pm - 4:32 pmBNA-DTW
1h 39mnonstop
$179Delta
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Wed, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 31
Delta Logo
8:33 am - 9:16 amDTW-BNA
1h 43mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:41 amBNA-DTW
1h 41mnonstop
$184Delta
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Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members.
Southwest includes two free checked bags for savings.
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Cheapest round-trip
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Overall average: $199
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Sat 10/25Sat 11/1
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Typical prices: $147-326
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Mon 10/20Mon 10/27
DTW - BNA • Non-stop
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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Nashville

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seat offers 20-inch width and 11-inch extra legroom for a nominal fee.


Spirit's Go Big fare includes free Wi-Fi, priority check-in, and Big Front Seat access.

Delta

Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic flights, enhancing productivity and connectivity.


Delta's First Class provides up to eight extra inches of legroom, ideal for short-haul comfort.

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
Southwest

Southwest offers redeye flights, providing more flexibility for late-night travelers.


Southwest's cancellation policy allows changes up to 10 minutes before departure.

Read more about Southwestby Blane Bachelor
Airports
DTW

For early departures, consider staying at an airport hotel offering parking deals and shuttle services to save time.

Read more about DTWby Ramsey Qubein
BNA

To reach downtown Nashville, take a taxi or rideshare from BNA's Ground Transportation Center for a quick 15-minute drive.

Read more about BNAby Stefanie Waldek
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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Nashville flights

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

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Planning a trip from Detroit to Nashville? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Detroit to Nashville, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Nashville back to Detroit, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Monday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville is January, where tickets cost $128 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $220 and $218 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 46% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$49
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 33% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
Flight from Detroit to Nashville

When to book flights from Detroit to Nashville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Nashville based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Detroit to Nashville flights

  • Where can I sleep when at DTW?

    There are several places to sleep at both the North and McNamara Terminals if you need to locate a place to stay while traveling through the airport and don't want to pay for lodging. There are many options available if you're looking for comfort, like the Minutes Suites, which is located inside the airport next to Gate A66 at Airside. High-speed internet, DirectTV, and daybed sofa facilities will be available to you. As an alternative, you can select the Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport hotel, which is also located on airport property, and can be accessed through Gate A36 at the TSA or south of the McNamara Terminal on the departures level.

  • How can I access lounges when at DTW?

    There are lounges that you can use while at the airport if you're searching for a place to spend the time and unwind before your trip. One of the lounges is the Lufthansa Business Lounge, which is accessible with a pre-paid lounge card and is located next to Gates 7 and 8 at Airside in the North Terminal. Another option which you can take advantage of is the Delta Sky Club which is accessible through membership only and can be accessed in (1) Concourse C and (3) Concourse A. the Delta Sky Lounge at Gate A38 in Concourse A has showering amenities. There is a military lounge named the Michigan Freedom Center at Gate D17 ay Airside.

  • Are there places I can receive assistance at BNA?

    You can find information desks at the following airport locations if you're looking for help: at the A/B Checkpoint and Ticketing Level a Landside, as well as at Gate C-14 at Concourse C and Gate B-10 at Concourse B. The Traveler's Aid Organization is another organization that provides aid; it is located in Terminal 1 at Suite 501 and has helpers all over the airport.

  • What are my transportation options to the city center from BNA?

    If you are looking to travel to the city center or other destinations when at the airport, there are a number of transportation options for you to choose from. If your destination is downtown Nashville or to the hotels in that area, there are buses by the WeGo Public Transit which you can board from the airport. there are also a number of car rental services which you can choose from when you go to their offices at Rental Car Facility just within the airport. Taxis are another option and offer more convenience by being available at any time of the day and taking you to your desired destination.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville was $49 for a one-way ticket and $99 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue, and AeroMexico Connect offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Nashville flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Nashville?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Nashville flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Nashville?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Detroit and Nashville.

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

    There are nonstop flights from Detroit to Nashville on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Nashville are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $272 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 $262 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit 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 Detroit to Nashville.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Nashville from Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $108 or less one-way and $164 or less round-trip.
  • You can consider taking your children to the Children’s Play Area located in Concourse B and A when at Nashville International Airport (BNA) if you'll be flying with your kids.
  • Head over to the Airside and Landside areas of both terminals of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to refill your water bottles at the refill stations.
  • If you are tired of staying in the waiting areas at DTW, you can take a stroll and enjoy the 700ft light tunnel joining Concourses A with B/C.
  • There are baby care facilities such as diaper disposals and changing tables at Airside and Landside of DTW.
  • If you are looking for assistance with your luggage when at BNA, there are baggage carts places all over the airport which can be rented at an affordable fee.

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Nashville?

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

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Nashville Intl

Monday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

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Direct returns

Nashville Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Friday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Saturday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

Sunday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Delta, Southwest, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Detroit to Nashville

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Detroit to Nashville? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4246 reviews
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
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Excellent. Would encourage Southwest to keep current boarding procedures with free style seating. Makes for a fantastic experience

10.0 ExcellentMelissa, Sep 2025MSY - MDW
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Excellent. Would encourage Southwest to keep current boarding procedures with free style seating. Makes for a fantastic experience

As always, the entire Southwest experience was perfect. Purchasing the tickets on the Southwest web site was effortless, departure and arrival gates were spotless and comfortable, plane was clean and comfortable, crew was excellent and flight was on time. Wheelchair service in Las Vegas at departure was somewhat chaotic and disjointed, but I am not sure if that was Southwest problem, airport problem or combination.

I wish they had movie screens in the headrests. The seats are much improved, more legroom and recently renovated. Bathroom was clean. Staff was outstanding!!

As always, the entire Southwest experience was wonderful, from online booking to flight to baggage retrieval. Very grateful.

The weather could have been better. There was a 40 minute ATC delay in SFO because of marine fog and a micro cell storm delayed landing and take-off at Nashville. The gate was changed 5 minutes from boarding from gate B3 to gate C23 at Nashville airport.

After being assaulted by a flight attendant I was then brushed off as oh well because he long braids didn’t mean to whip me in the eye. I have filed complaints and will see. But like any other issue I’ve had with kayak involved it’s been trash. Last time I’ll be using your app

AC sub par. WiFi not working correctly. Ac sucked. Seats very narrow.

Near 4 hour flight with only 1 service. Had to use call button to request water. Internet and power not working until into flight. Internet would stop working during flight.

Southwest's seats are the least comfortable I have ever sat in.

The cabin was quiet for the redeye flight. The area was clean. The staff was great. The 787 Max was in good condition. Drawbacks were that the seat widths were tight for some passengers. The seat padding was at best average and for a long flight uncomfortable.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

Cramped seating for me. Luckily it wasn’t a long flight

Lounge in Lagos is terrible, food on board from Lagos to Atlanta was horrible. Only bright spot the cabin crew were awesome.

The airport was reasonably clean. The boarding process reasonably efficient. The cabin crew was efficient, polite but not that friendly. The food quality was unremarkable and the choices were awful . There was either a so so chicken dish or a “ vegetarian “ option which was really cheap carbohydrates drowned in cheese. Signing onto i flight wifi was not straightforward. Overall it was a very average experience

The staff and the boarding procedure were all amazing . The one flight was not equipped with WIFI which now adays seems odd. All in all the experience was good

Perfect flight both ways. On time, courteous staff, plane comfortable and cool. Best domestic flights I’ve had in awhile.

Really low quality food especially for an international flight. The crew also was surprisingly unpleasant except couple of ladies. I know we were not in first class but that’s no reason to treat customers as less.

Flight delayed for two and half hours and then canceled altogether due to mechanical issues. No mechanic onsite to fix so had to send one from LAX.

Crew was good. The reservation got mixed up and they didn't have my TSA number. I am also a Silver Medallion and wasn't able to use Sky Priority.

Delta made it easy, comfortable and timely. The crew was fantastic.

Cheap flight but really uncomfortable. Seat cushions flimsy. Jammed in middle seat when flight is not full. They don’t even give you water

It was delayed, and the airport had cockroaches jumping on our bags. The flight crew was great, the seats were pretty comfortable.

Delayed due to no pilot. Per FAA policy I do believe we are to be reimbursed.

The flight was flat out cancelled. Spirit no longer goes to Seattle. I had to rebook my flight. Get a refund from spirit. They also didn’t send me any notification of the cancelled flight.

They specifically ignored a luggage tag I had for a dialysis machine. It's a life saving machine that they tossed on the baggage carousel, damaging the suitcase and almost breaking the machine. The crew promised me it would come to me at the gate and they ignored it.

We spent 5 1/2 hours at Ohare cause our flight was diverted cause of rain in the area. We missed appts that we had set on Tuesday and cause we were flying back the next day on the 7am flight we had no time to reschedule anything. Other airlines were landing and taking off fine having no issues. It was only Spirit. Very frustrating flight and I understand why the flights are only around 25-30% full.

My initial flight got overbooked whilst waiting at the gate, and they rebooked me on a later INDIRECT flight!. No offer of a refund

Flight was canceled without warning, gave credit that is hard to access. Awful airline.

Flight was cancelled without warning close to flight date. Stuck witha credit has to buy a new ticket from another airline in either to get to location. Email cancelling was lost in mail.

Didn’t like that we weren’t even offered a water. And really didn’t like the male flight attendant, he had major attitude. The flight however was good, pilots got us there in time safely.

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