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Cheapest round-trip
$108
Typical prices: $322-$456
Frontier
Sat 11/10Sun 11/11
MKE - BNA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$240
Typical prices: $330-$470
Southwest
Fri 12/7Mon 12/10
MKE - BNA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 39m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 7% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $315 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Milwaukee to Nashville (MKE-BNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Milwaukee to Nashville

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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10:15 am - 7:41 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BNA Nashville Intl
9h 26m1 stop Orlando
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8:26 pm - 9:16 amBNA  Nashville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
12h 50m1 stop Orlando
$108Frontier
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
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1:24 pm - 5:18 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 54m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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10:17 am - 4:05 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$127Delta
Thu, Feb 25 - Mon, Mar 1
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5:00 pm - 9:09 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 09m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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10:55 am - 2:54 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 59m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$127Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 19
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7:29 pm - 12:26 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:15 am - 10:04 amBNA  Nashville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$159American Airlines
Wed, Oct 21 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:19 pm - 12:26 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:14 pm - 11:57 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
4h 43m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$159American Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Mon, Oct 26
Frontier Logo
10:15 am - 7:43 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BNA Nashville Intl
9h 28m1 stop Orlando
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8:29 pm - 9:16 amBNA  Nashville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
12h 47m1 stop Orlando
$195Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
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2:15 pm - 3:55 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 40mnonstop
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8:35 pm - 10:15 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
1h 40mnonstop
$240Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9
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7:20 am - 9:00 amMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 40mnonstop
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10:25 pm - 11:55 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
1h 30mnonstop
$240Southwest
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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8:50 am - 12:33 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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9:43 am - 1:32 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
3h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$247United Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 24
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8:30 am - 12:44 pmMKE  Milwaukee-Mitchell-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 pm - 10:59 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell
5h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$247United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Milwaukee to Nashville flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Milwaukee to Nashville?

Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Nashville typically range from $322 to $456. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $108, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Milwaukee to Nashville. It’s 15% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Nashville?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee to Nashville at $348 round-trip.
•October ($413) and March ($389) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 18% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Milwaukee to Nashville the cheapest?

Flights from Milwaukee to Nashville are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Milwaukee to Nashville flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$60
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 1% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Milwaukee to Nashville

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Your Milwaukee to Nashville flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:10 am and lands at 6:49 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:05 pm and lands at 9:44 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 39m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Milwaukee to Nashville?

    A nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Nashville takes 1h 39m, covering 476 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Milwaukee 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Milwaukee to Nashville range from $322 to $456, with an average of $374 over the past 12 months. Anything below $322 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 70% above the $374 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $315 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $382 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 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 Milwaukee to Nashville?

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

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Milwaukee to Nashville flights, with 67% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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

    One-way fares from Milwaukee to Nashville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $90, which is 55% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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

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

    Flights from Milwaukee to Nashville usually depart from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) and arrive at Nashville Intl (BNA).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 74% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 3% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Milwaukee to Nashville. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $457, a difference of $139.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Milwaukee to Nashville?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Milwaukee and Nashville.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 26m, compared with 3h 56m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 4h 39m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • 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.

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

    Among airlines operating Milwaukee to Nashville flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Milwaukee 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

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

  • What different types of flights can normally be found between Milwaukee and Nashville?

    You typically will not find direct flights from Milwaukee to Nashville, but you will find many flights with either one or two layovers. If your flight has just one layover, it will usually be serviced by Delta or Frontier. Many layovers take place in cities such as Chicago and Washington, D.C.

  • How can I quickly go from the city center to General Mitchell International Airport?

    If you will be driving from the city center to General Mitchell International Airport, you can expect the trip to take you around 15 minutes on average. You can also use public transit for this trip, such as the Hiawatha Service bus line that will bring you to the airport in approximately 15 minutes.

  • What types of transportation can be used to go from Nashville International Airport to the city center?

    Those that opt to drive from Nashville International Airport to the city center can plan on the journey lasting around 20 minutes in total. When you take public transportation instead, like bus line 18, you will reach central Nashville in around 40 to 45 minutes.

  • Is it possible for me to rent a car directly from Nashville International Airport?

    Nashville International Airport has its own Rental Car Facility that is connected to the main terminal with covered moving walkways. Some of the agencies that you can find within this facility include Advantage, Budget, and National. These all keep their fleets just next to the rental center.

Your guide to booking Milwaukee to Nashville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $318, about $139 less than Sunday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Milwaukee to Nashville trip for November. Fares historically average $348 round-trip in that month - typically $65 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $315 round-trip on this route - about $67 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.

    • Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport
    • Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport
    • Sonesta Nashville Airport
  • One of the main airports in the state of Wisconsin, General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is also a primary focus city for airlines such as Frontier Airlines, SkyWest Airlines, and AirTran Airways. Many of the daily flights that depart from MKE are typically serviced by these companies.
  • Parents will want to keep in mind that Nashville International Airport (BNA) has a nursing room that can be found just behind the A/B Food Court. In this nursing room, there is a comfortable seat, running water, baby changing tables, and hand dryers.
  • To make sure that you get enough sleep before an early flight that departs from General Mitchell International Airport, book a nearby hotel room. There is the Best Western Plus Milwaukee Airport Hotel & Conference Center and the Super 8 Milwaukee Airport that are a short distance away and have free hotel shuttles.
  • If you find yourself hungry once you have landed at Nashville International Airport, there are a few different places where you can grab a bite to eat. In Concourse A, you will find Arrington Wine Bar and Grill and Fugitives Public House, while in Concourse B, there is Little Harpeth Brewing and Pig Star by Peg Leg Porker.
  • Those that are traveling with pets can take note of the different pet relief areas that are placed at General Mitchell International Airport. There is an indoor pet relief area on the Upper Level, which is located near the skywalk to the parking garage, as well as an outdoor area that is just outside of baggage claim.

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