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Cheapest round-trip
$256
Typical prices: $284-$453
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/3Thu 12/6
JAX - BNA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$257
Typical prices: $287-$466
Southwest
Wed 10/3Wed 10/17
JAX - BNA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 37m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $228 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Jacksonville to Nashville (JAX-BNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Jacksonville to Nashville

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
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3:05 pm - 8:00 pmJAX  Jacksonville-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 55m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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2:25 pm - 8:45 amBNA  Nashville Intl-JAX Jacksonville
17h 20m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$256Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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3:55 pm - 11:33 amJAX  Jacksonville-BNA Nashville Intl
20h 38m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:10 am - 8:45 amBNA  Nashville Intl-JAX Jacksonville
25h 35m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$256Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 17
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6:10 am - 6:50 amJAX  Jacksonville-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 40mnonstop
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1:25 pm - 3:55 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-JAX Jacksonville
1h 30mnonstop
$257Southwest
Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 19
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7:05 pm - 7:40 pmJAX  Jacksonville-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 35mnonstop
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10:15 am - 12:50 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-JAX Jacksonville
1h 35mnonstop
$257Southwest
Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20
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8:15 pm - 11:33 pmJAX  Jacksonville-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 18m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:49 am - 1:51 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-JAX Jacksonville
6h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$268American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Mon, Dec 14
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2:30 pm - 4:55 pmJAX  Jacksonville-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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5:18 am - 10:13 amBNA  Nashville Intl-JAX Jacksonville
3h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$277Delta
Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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4:09 pm - 6:35 pmJAX  Jacksonville-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 26m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:25 am - 1:20 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-JAX Jacksonville
2h 55m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$277Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:26 pm - 11:59 pmJAX  Jacksonville-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 33m1 stop Miami
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10:11 am - 4:25 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-JAX Jacksonville
5h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$277American Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Sat, Oct 3
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9:40 am - 3:54 pmJAX  Jacksonville-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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12:39 pm - 7:09 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-JAX Jacksonville
5h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$277United Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
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7:30 am - 12:35 pmJAX  Jacksonville-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 05mnonstop
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9:50 am - 5:58 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-JAX Jacksonville
7h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$351United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Jacksonville to Nashville flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Jacksonville to Nashville?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Jacksonville to Nashville, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 30% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • July is the cheapest month to fly from Jacksonville to Nashville at $163 round-trip.
  • June ($391) and February ($387) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 139% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Jacksonville to Nashville the cheapest?

Flights from Jacksonville to Nashville are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 60% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Jacksonville to Nashville

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

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

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.

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Allegiant Air

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on JAX

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on BNA

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.

Key details for Jacksonville to Nashville flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$95
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 5% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Jacksonville to Nashville

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Your Jacksonville to Nashville flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Does the Jacksonville Airport have an on-site hotel?

    Yes. The DoubleTree by Hilton Jacksonville Airport hotel is approximately 200 yards away from the Main Terminal, on JAX airport property. To get between the terminal and hotel, you can walk or take DoubleTree’s free airport shuttle, which is available all day, every day.

  • Does the Jacksonville Airport have any exclusive lounges?

    Yes. If space permits, you can gain access to the Club JAX at the Jacksonville Airport by presenting a prepaid lounge pass. This lounge is on Concourse A near Gate A1, airside. Some amenities of this exclusive lounge include showers, Wi-Fi, TV, a computer workstation, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, accessibility, a play area for children, magazines, newspapers, and a flight information monitor.

  • Does the Nashville Airport provide facilities for nursing moms?

    Yes. At BNA, nursing moms can use the freestanding Mamava lactation pod located near Gate B3. This freestanding fiberglass unit has a small table, seating, a coat hook, a mirror, a USB port, and exhaust fan, and an electrical outlet. You can download the Mamava app in order to get the access code to unlock the door.

  • Where can I pick up my rental car at BNA?

    The rental car agencies at BNA are located at the north end of the Arrivals level beyond baggage claim carousel 10. When it is time to pick up your vehicle, rental car vehicles are all in the garage adjacent to Terminal Garage 1. Some car rental agencies at BNA include Avis, National, Enterprise, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, and others.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Jacksonville to Nashville flights?

    Among airlines operating Jacksonville to Nashville flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Jacksonville to Nashville?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Jacksonville and Nashville.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Jacksonville to Nashville?

    Flights from Jacksonville to Nashville usually depart from Jacksonville (JAX) and arrive at Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Jacksonville to Nashville flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Jacksonville to Nashville?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Jacksonville to Nashville:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Jacksonville to Nashville?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $228 round-trip via Philadelphia (PHL), compared to $364 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Jacksonville to Nashville?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Jacksonville to Nashville?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Jacksonville to Nashville pass through?

    One-stop flights from Jacksonville to Nashville most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 49% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Jacksonville to Nashville?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the Jacksonville to Nashville route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $312 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $469, a difference of $157. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from Jacksonville to Nashville spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Jacksonville to Nashville flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Nashville?

    Some of the most popular sights in Nashville are Gaylord Opryland, Bridgestone Arena and Nissan Stadium. These are among the most viewed places in Nashville on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Jacksonville to Nashville?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Jacksonville to Nashville:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:37 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:20 pm and lands at 10:57 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 37m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Jacksonville to Nashville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 89% above the route average of $360. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Jacksonville to Nashville?

    A nonstop flight from Jacksonville to Nashville takes 1h 37m, covering 484 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Jacksonville to Nashville?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Jacksonville to Nashville changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $256 to $957. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Jacksonville to Nashville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Jacksonville to Nashville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $125, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Jacksonville to Nashville?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 32m, compared with 4h 05m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 26m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • What is the time difference between Jacksonville and Nashville?

    Nashville is 1 hour behind Jacksonville (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Nashville Intl Airport (BNA)?

    Nashville Intl Airport (BNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Jacksonville to Nashville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Jacksonville to Nashville range from $284 to $453, with an average of $360 over the past 12 months. Anything below $284 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Jacksonville to Nashville flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Jacksonville to Nashville route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Jacksonville to Nashville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $312 - about $157 less than Monday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 60% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Jacksonville to Nashville trip for July. Fares historically average $163 round-trip in that month - typically $228 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Philadelphia Airport (PHL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $228 round-trip on this route - about $136 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Nashville Intl Airport.
    - Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport
    - Sonesta Nashville Airport
  • Not a hub for any airline, the Jacksonville International Airport (JAX) is situated in northeastern Florida. A hub for a few regional airlines, the Nashville International Airport (BNA) is located in central Tennessee.
  • Southwest, JetBlue, American, United, and Delta offer flights from JAX to BNA with one stop. This layover city could be Atlanta, New York, Charlotte, Dallas, Washington DC, Chicago, Philadelphia, Houston, or Miami. American Airlines offers flights between JAX and BNA with two stops.
  • The USO at the Jacksonville Airport welcomes active duty members of the US military and their families free of charge. Open every day from 9 am until 5 pm, this military lounge can be found on the lower level of baggage claim. Some amenities include an internet cafe, a video gaming system, a library, a fully equipped kitchen, a TV lounge, DVD players, and more.
  • If you want to center yourself, reflect, meditate, pray, or just relax away from the noisy distraction of the airport, take advantage of the Meditation Room at JAX. Located landside between the ticket counters and the pre-security courtyard, this serene space is available 24/7. The pre-security courtyard is filled with rocking chairs, providing another place to relax.
  • If you are traveling with the service animal or pet, consider stopping at the Pet Selfie Spots on your way out of the Nashville Airport. Located in both the North and the South terminals, these Pet Selfie Spots are pet-themed murals painted on the walls of the concourse that act as a backdrop so that passengers can take a commemorative photo with their beloved four-legged friend.

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