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$71 Find Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Nashville

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Indianapolis to Nashville, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$157
Overall average: $371
Delta
Tue 1/6Tue 1/13
IND - BNA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$281
Overall average: $487
Southwest
Mon 1/12Tue 1/13
IND - BNA • Non-stop
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IND offers efficient security with short wait times.
For a quick trip, rideshares from BNA take 15 minutes.
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Cheap Flights from Indianapolis to Nashville (IND-BNA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Nashville

Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 13
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1:38 pm - 7:24 pm
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BNA
6h 46m1 stop
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5:30 pm - 12:06 am
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5h 36m1 stop
$157Delta
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
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5:15 am - 10:49 am
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BNA
6h 34m1 stop
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5:50 pm - 9:43 am
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14h 53m1 stop
$159Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
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5:15 am - 10:49 am
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BNA
6h 34m1 stop
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5:50 pm - 9:43 am
BNA
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IND
14h 53m1 stop
$162Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 11
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2:12 pm - 7:17 pm
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BNA
6h 05m1 stop
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6:28 am - 12:46 pm
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IND
29h 18m1 stop
$171Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
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2:12 pm - 7:17 pm
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BNA
6h 05m1 stop
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5:50 pm - 6:23 pm
BNA
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IND
23h 33m1 stop
$172Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 13
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12:38 pm - 7:43 pm
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BNA
8h 05m1 stop
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9:25 am - 6:23 pm
BNA
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IND
7h 58m1 stop
$173Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Mon, Jan 12
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10:38 am - 4:55 pm
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BNA
7h 17m1 stop
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5:50 pm - 6:23 pm
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23h 33m1 stop
$179Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
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8:55 pm - 4:55 pm
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BNA
21h 00m2 stops
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5:50 pm - 6:23 pm
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23h 33m1 stop
$182Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
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8:48 am - 11:25 pm
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BNA
15h 37m2 stops
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5:50 pm - 9:43 am
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IND
14h 53m1 stop
$186Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jan 7 - Wed, Jan 14
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12:38 pm - 11:25 pm
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BNA
11h 47m2 stops
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5:50 pm - 9:43 am
BNA
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IND
14h 53m1 stop
$187Spirit Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Indianapolis to Nashville flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Nashville?

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

When flying from Indianapolis to Nashville, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Indianapolis, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Nashville?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Nashville is July, where tickets cost $209 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $467 and $371 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Indianapolis to Nashville?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $318 on average.

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Expert advice for your flight from Indianapolis to Nashville

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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IND

IND offers efficient security with typical waits under 3 minutes. Arrive 2 hours early, but expect a smooth process, especially during non-peak times.

BNA

For a quick trip to downtown Nashville, rideshares from BNA take about 15 minutes. Alternatively, the WeGo express bus takes 20 minutes.

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Low seasonDecember
Cheapest flight$71
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in price.
Flight from Indianapolis to Nashville

When to book flights from Indianapolis to Nashville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Nashville

  • What are the different ticket classes offered by airlines on flights from Indianapolis to Nashville?

    When traveling from Indianapolis to Nashville, you can find various ticket classes offered by different airlines. Delta Air Lines provides options like Basic Economy, Main Cabin, and First Class. Southwest Airlines, on the other hand, does not have assigned seating or classes, so all passengers are in the same class. American Airlines offers Economy, Business, and First Class options to cater to different passenger preferences and needs.

  • What special amenities do airlines provide on flights from Indianapolis to Nashville?

    Airlines on flights from Indianapolis to Nashville offer a range of special amenities to enhance the passenger experience. Delta Air Lines provides in-flight entertainment, Wi-Fi access, and complimentary snacks on many flights. Southwest Airlines goes a step further by offering free live TV, Wi-Fi, and snacks to all passengers. American Airlines also offers similar amenities, along with power outlets and USB ports on select aircraft, ensuring a comfortable journey for travelers.

  • How can I get out of the airport in Nashville?

    Upon arriving at Nashville International Airport, there are several transportation options available to get you to your destination. You can choose ride-sharing services such as Lyft or Uber for convenient and reliable transportation. Local taxi services are also readily accessible from the airport. In addition, Nashville offers a public transportation system operated by Nashville MTA, with buses available to take you to various locations in the city.

  • Do airlines offer special diets on flights from Indianapolis to Nashville?

    Yes, airlines do cater to special dietary requirements on flights from Indianapolis to Nashville. Airlines like Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines offer special meal options for passengers with dietary restrictions. Whether you require vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or kosher meals, you can request them during the booking process or directly contact the airline. By notifying them in advance, they can accommodate your dietary needs and ensure a more comfortable and enjoyable flight experience.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Indianapolis to Nashville?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Indianapolis to Nashville was $71 for a one-way ticket and $157 for a round-trip.

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

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

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Indianapolis to Nashville?

    Indianapolis airport is called Indianapolis and the only airport in Nashville is Nashville Intl.

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

    American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Indianapolis to Nashville flight route.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Indianapolis to Nashville flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Indianapolis to Nashville?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Indianapolis to Nashville are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $390 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $324 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $209 or less one-way and $346 or less round-trip.
  • When traveling with pets, it's important to choose airlines that have pet-friendly policies. Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines are known for their accommodating pet policies. Delta allows small dogs and cats in the cabin for a fee, while Southwest allows small vaccinated dogs and cats in a carrier. United Airlines offers both in-cabin and cargo options for pets. Be sure to review each airline's specific requirements, such as crate dimensions and health certificates, before booking your flight.
  • For a smoother experience when flying with kids, select airlines that provide special services. American Airlines offers priority boarding, children's meals, and gate-checking of strollers. JetBlue Airways offers in-flight entertainment tailored to kids, while Frontier Airlines has a Kids Fly Free program, allowing children under a certain age to fly free with a paying adult.
  • If you're concerned about the environment, consider airlines that prioritize sustainability. Alaska Airlines has made significant efforts to reduce carbon emissions by operating fuel-efficient aircraft and investing in sustainable aviation fuels. Delta Air Lines has committed to becoming carbon-neutral by investing in emission-reduction projects and exploring new technologies. United Airlines has launched a “Flight for the Planet” initiative to reduce emissions and promote sustainable practices.
  • Layovers are common on flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Nashville (BNA). Southwest Airlines often has layover options in cities like Chicago, Atlanta, or Dallas. Delta Air Lines may offer layovers in cities such as Atlanta or Detroit. American Airlines may have layovers in cities like Dallas or Charlotte. While layovers can add some travel time, they can also provide an opportunity to explore new cities or enjoy airport amenities.
  • Each airline has specific baggage policies that you should be aware of before your trip. Southwest Airlines allows two checked bags for free, while Delta Air Lines and American Airlines may charge for checked bags depending on the fare class. Southwest has a generous carry-on policy, allowing passengers to bring one personal item and one carry-on bag without additional charges. Delta and American Airlines also have carry-on size restrictions, so make sure to review the guidelines to avoid any surprises at the airport.

Prefer to fly direct from Indianapolis to Nashville?

 
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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Indianapolis to Nashville

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4252 reviews
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
7.5Entertainment
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The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

8.0 ExcellentRussell, Dec 2025
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The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

Airline travel is always too cramped to really be pleasant, but the cabin crew on this flight did a pretty good job of making up for it by putting on some music during boarding and sprinkling a few funny remarks into the safety briefing and announcements, and just generally being friendly and helpful. It definitely reminded me of why I prefer the in-flight experience on Southwest!

No delays and arrived to destination 30 min early. Staff was super friendly.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

It was rough. The staff was unprofessional, the choice of on board drinks terrible, it was cramped in space at every airport, they always ran out of overhead bin space so they pressured people to check bags for free or we couldn’t leave on the plane— so I did check my bag to help, and they nearly lost my bag. My bag did not arrive on the luggage belt, another man on my flight and I had to waste our time going to the baggage office to search for our bags. I would only fly southwest again if it was my last choice. Also, my flights were consistently delayed over and over again— at one point they straight up told us we were waiting for the pilot to arrive.

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

Had to get off plane from prior flight even though I had to reboard same plane to continue to my final destination.

Everything a cheap airline should be at normal airline rates.

The food is terrible. The staff is wonderful. Comfort is good.

Left on time, a bit delayed due to headwinds most of the trip.

I fly Delta all the time, have Platinum Medallion status. But this route seems to have major problems with delays and seems to never leave on time! Have only taken it twice in the last two weeks, and each time it had delays of more than 1 hour... very disappointed!!!!

Good seats in Main cabin, excellent service and excellent landing

My flight was cancelled with no explanation after I had already cleared security. I was given 4 options to rebook, only one being non-stop like I had paid for. I grabbed it. It was 4 plus hours later and then took off even later. Biggest complaint is that I booked early and had an aisle seat. They gave me a "window" seat in front of the exit row, so the seat did not decline. I weigh all of 103 #s and it was tight for me! For what I paid, I feel I was kind of ripped off. I think they should have given me the empty comfort seat for the inconvenience. There was no apology nor any explanation as to why the flight was cancelled. My guess is it benefitted Delta in some way.

Very smooth, on-time, and pleasantly uneventful flight. The team at the gate and on board were professional and genuinely courteous. The pilot kept us well updated throughout, and both takeoff and landing were steady and enjoyable without any drama. Just a good, solid flight. Thank you! 💗

Staff was exceptional! Everyone was kind, professional and friendly making the trip very pleasant. Thank you!

No lunch on a x-country flight scheduled for 10:50 am departure, arrived 5+ hrs later. That requires a black box label before you pay for the tickets. Worst, when I checked in online, it's specifically said that lunch was served on his flight for economy Plus passengers.

We had a lot of really rough weather but that was not Delta's fault. Pilot was amazing.

First, Delta needs more flights to/from Miami. Second, a 1000pm leaving at 1230pm is unacceptable from their biggest airport world hub. Another aircraft could have been used such as the aircraft scheduled to be used in the morning for that exact same route. Yes, I did get me there but the lack of sleep the next day didn't help me enjoy my entire trip since I was busy with activities during the weekend. This can be and is expected from Spirit (going bankrupt) and Frontier (despite they're nickel and dimers). But from Delta's World Hub? That's totally unacceptable!

United have really come back. Airport and boarding process is clear and good, app and information also very good

Flight was delayed 8 times. We were sitting at the airport for 14 hours. We got 2 hours of sleep (if that) on what was not meant to be a red-eye.

After a delay at the gate, C3, at Ohare on Sunday, I left my Blk ski coat on the bench at the gate, lost! Please review my lob claim, thx.

Very bad! They kept delaying my flight and wouldn’t do anything about it

They brought an empty plane to the gate. Then a flight delay was announced for maintenance and waiting on a part. I was then put on a flight to San Francisco instead with a connecting flight to my final destination. Arrived at my final destination 2 hours late.

The only downside was my cell phone charger wouldn’t work in the charging port but everyone else’s would work in them all. My cell phone cable works fine in my hotel room in Frankfurt.

Flight team stood out for perzonal attention, kindness at bright cheery attitudes at 8am. Very helpful.

Ot was overall fine. Left on time and had basic snacks. Weather was finicky but that’s not the airlines fault.

Very thoughtful flight attendant offered me water immediately since I had run to make my connection.

Door to door, the crew and staff were amazing. It was a stressful travel day with delays, but they were focused on customers and doing what they could to get us to our destinations.

it was fine, decent flight... dont get food besides cookies or pretzels so not sure why you ask about food. same for entertainment..

I got sick nothing contagious but distressing and the care I received by Kayla? Keighly the flight attendant will be memorable for ever. Thank You

I got sick nothing contagious but distressing enough and the care I received on the flight was astounding.

Waaay too small plane. They also need to up the size of the overhead bins. I would love to keep me 3k with of camera equipment in my hard case baggahe instead of it being thrown into the belly of the plane

Attendants were pleasant and the flight was smooth and relaxed.

A little late at the start but all worked out well.

It was fine. No drinks nor snacks offered though. I thought that was unusual.

I liked the humor of the captain and crew on the flight from Flagstaff to Dallas. They were humorous.

AA delayed the flight for 3 hours and 50 minutes, but delayed the last 2 hours, 30 minutes at a time, so if we knew before, could have stayed at home and worked instead of being at the airport wasting time... The plane's crew was excellent, not their fault.

After arriving in Dallas, the aircraft taxied for an unusually long time and was unable to park at the gate, which caused a significant delay and made me miss my connecting flight. I then had to wait in a very long line to be rebooked, and I was told that no hotel or meal accommodations would be provided. What is even more unacceptable is that my luggage was mishandled and has still not been located. My suitcase contains important medications that I urgently need, and I have been unable to access them due to the airline’s mishandling. This situation has caused me considerable stress and inconvenience, and I need this issue to be resolved immediately.

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