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Cheapest round-trip
$80
Overall average: $206
Spirit Airlines
Fri 12/19Mon 12/22
BNA - DTW • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$40
Typical prices: $76-$158
Spirit Airlines
Wed 1/7
BNA - DTW • Non-stop
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Expect quick and efficient security at Nashville Intl.
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Cheap Flights from Nashville to Detroit (BNA-DTW)

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

Fri, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 22
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11:54 am - 2:34 pmBNA-DTW
1h 40mnonstop
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3:39 pm - 4:18 pmDTW-BNA
1h 39mnonstop
$80Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Dec 20 - Sun, Dec 28
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11:54 am - 2:34 pmBNA-DTW
1h 40mnonstop
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3:39 pm - 4:18 pmDTW-BNA
1h 39mnonstop
$85Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 2
Southwest Logo
12:25 pm - 3:05 pmBNA-DTW
1h 40mnonstop
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6:25 am - 7:25 amDTW-BNA
2h 00mnonstop
$99Southwest
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Thu, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 30
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8:46 pm - 9:51 amBNA-DTW
12h 05m1 stop
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5:15 am - 5:57 amDTW-BNA
1h 42mnonstop
$116Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 7
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7:41 pm - 4:19 pmBNA-DTW
19h 38m1 stop
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3:12 pm - 3:51 pmDTW-BNA
1h 39mnonstop
$121Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 7
Delta Logo
7:33 am - 3:15 pmBNA-DTW
6h 42m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 9:44 pmDTW-BNA
4h 44m1 stop
$139Delta
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Thu, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
11:05 am - 5:50 pmBNA-DTW
5h 45m1 stop
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6:25 am - 12:15 pmDTW-BNA
6h 50m2 stops
$144Southwest
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Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 2
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6:15 am - 9:08 amBNA-DTW
1h 53mnonstop
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7:45 pm - 8:30 pmDTW-BNA
1h 45mnonstop
$148Delta
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
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1:10 pm - 10:57 pmBNA-DTW
8h 47m1 stop
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6:00 am - 12:15 pmDTW-BNA
7h 15m1 stop
$152JetBlue
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Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 23
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1:10 pm - 10:57 pmBNA-DTW
8h 47m1 stop
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6:00 am - 11:10 amDTW-BNA
6h 10m1 stop
$157JetBlue
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Nashville to Detroit flights

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

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Planning a trip from Nashville to Detroit? 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 Nashville to Detroit?

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Nashville to Detroit, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Detroit, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Nashville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 Nashville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is August, where tickets cost $152 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $244 and $217 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nashville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Nashville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 Nashville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 29% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Nashville to Detroit

 
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.
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Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seat offers 20-inch width and 11” extra legroom for added comfort.


Spirit's Wi-Fi offers gate-to-gate connectivity, with browsing and streaming packages available.

Delta

Delta's Comfort Plus seats offer up to three extra inches of legroom for added comfort.


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

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
Southwest

Southwest offers free carry-on and personal item, but checked bags now incur fees.


Southwest's Wi-Fi allows streaming; download the app beforehand for entertainment access.

Read more about Southwestby Blane Bachelor
Airports
BNA

Security screening is typically quick and efficient at BNA; check estimated wait times on the BNA website to plan your arrival.

Read more about BNAby Stefanie Waldek
DTW

For a quick exit from DTW, consider using the Westin hotel's dedicated security line, which is usually shorter than the main one.

Read more about DTWby Ramsey Qubein
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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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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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Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$40
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Nashville to Detroit

When to book flights from Nashville to Detroit

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

  • Which airline's hub in the origin and landing airports?

    Nashville International Airport is a Southwest Airlines hub. This airport serves many American destinations, serving thousands of passengers weekly. At the same time, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne International Airport is a Delta hub. It serves as a gateway to many domestic and international cities.

  • What amenities can I expect after upgrading to business class on cheap flights from Nashville to Detroit?

    Flying business class has many benefits because you enjoy exclusive amenities. These amenities include priority check-in and boarding, additional luggage allowance, in-flight entertainment, complimentary drinks and snacks, a pillow, blanket, and extra legroom. However, some onboard amenities depend on your airline.

  • Which nearby cities are served by Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    After landing at DTW airport, you can visit several nearby cities, including Romulus to the west, Tylor to the northeast, Woodhaven to the southwest, Garden City to the north, and Southgate to the east. From the airport, you can take a bus that connects you to the city of your choice. Alternatively, you can enjoy the freedom and flexibility of a rental car during your journey.

  • Which airlines fly sustainably from Nashville to Detroit?

    Delta is working to create a greener environment and offers a sustainable journey on the Nashville to Detroit route. These airlines prioritize sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) to lower their carbon footprint. In addition, the company is committed to building a more fuel-efficient fleet like A321neo that has a more sustainable life. Also, Delta promotes a healthy environment through waste recycling and reduction, partnering with Neste to ensure continued supply of SAF and sustainable ground operations. On the other hand, Sun Country Air ensures a greener environment through organics programs, such as recycling bottles and cans and composting onboard food waste to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Nashville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport was $40 for a one-way ticket and $80 for a round-trip.

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

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

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

    Nashville airport is called Nashville Intl and the only airport in Detroit is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Nashville to Detroit flight route: Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Air Canada, and United Airlines.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Nashville to Detroit?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Nashville to Detroit are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $280 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 $234 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Nashville to Detroit.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Detroit from Nashville 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 Nashville to Detroit?

    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 Detroit with an airline and back to Nashville with another airline. Booking your flights between Nashville and DTW 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 Nashville to Detroit?

    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 Detroit from Nashville 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 Nashville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $123 or less one-way and $169 or less round-trip.
  • Some airlines from Nashville to Detroit fly nonstop, but others, like Spirit Airlines, have one stopover or more. The stopover city and duration vary among airlines. Therefore, check the flight route before booking to ensure a convenient journey. When flying on this route, you can expect a layover in Chicago.
  • Passengers with age, health, and dietary requirements can book Delta when flying with cheap flights from Nashville to Detroit. The available special meals include low-cholesterol, vegetarian, diabetic, and low-sodium meals.
  • The most convenient way to travel from Downtown Nashville to Nashville International Airport (BNA) is taking the Line 18 bus that departs every half an hour to arrive there in approximately 32 minutes. If you take a taxi, your trip lasts around 11 minutes.
  • The checked luggage allowance and carry-on for economy flights from Nashville to Detroit depends on your airline. The carry-on maximum dimensions for Spirit Airlines are 22 × 28 × 10 inches, and another bag weighing 40 lbs at most.
  • Line 261 bus offers convenient public transport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Downtown Detroit. These buses get you to the city in around 56 minutes. Other options include a town car, rental car, or taxi, which can get you downtown in around 26 minutes.

Prefer to fly direct from Nashville to Detroit?

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

Direct departures

Nashville Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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Tuesday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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Wednesday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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Thursday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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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

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

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Sunday

Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Nashville to Detroit

 
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4240 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
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Plane crashed into a bus or some other vehicle on the ground while pulling out of the gate. No injuries, but wing tip was damaged and returned to gate for “maintenance issues” and we departed 5 hours later because the plane went out of service and new plane was flown in from a nearby airport, Midway.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Nov 2025ORD - LAS
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Plane crashed into a bus or some other vehicle on the ground while pulling out of the gate. No injuries, but wing tip was damaged and returned to gate for “maintenance issues” and we departed 5 hours later because the plane went out of service and new plane was flown in from a nearby airport, Midway.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Full cans of soda would be nice. A choice between two snacks would be appreciated.

Tried watching free movie and it kept freezing so I couldn’t finish.

All was good. I just had a hard time getting connected to the WiFi/internet during the flight

Sacrament staff are always polite and helpful. Airport is easy to maneuver and boarding is straightforward.

Great flight. Outstanding Service. Southwest was able to put us on a direct flight to Denver when the connection could have been affected by a later arrival to Baltimore. The direct flight was less expensive that the flight with the connection in Baltimore.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Boarded on time but once we were ready for take off, the crew determined that, although every seat was taken, somehow someone was on the wrong flight. Delay, delay delay, announcements and ended up with one person checking EVERY ID against their passenger Manifest only to figure out it was a "clerical error." We departed 54 minutes late causing me to run in the St. Louis Airport to make my connection and lose the priority boarding spot I had paid for. Unnecessary delay.

I was re-booked onto another flight because my original flight was delayed and I would have missed my connector. I ended up in the “C” group after paying extra to be in the “A “ group on the original flight. At least if you’re going to re-book people, re-book them into the same group.

My experience on any Delta flight is always overshadowed by the time Delta removed me from a flight for no apparent reason.

There was no problems, just a little uncomfortable with seats that do not lay back a little

Good flights. On time. They had a gluten free snack option which was nice

Delta is my preferred airline. I've traveled with them for years. On time in most cases, good communication, easy to use app. Most planes are pretty nice. I was on a CRJ 700/900 however, which was pretty badly aged inside and needed a refresh. No infotainment, unreliable wifi, best to download before boarding or bring a book. Food choices are really just snacks on this flight, nice variety but about what you'd expect. Great staff and prompt in departure and early arrival too. Overall quite satisfied.

A little bumpy ride . No food was being provided due the the turbulence. That was ok it was a short flight to my standards.

Boarding in Amsterdam is always chaotic. KLM/ Delta has not streamlined or made it efficient as it was boarding in Detroit . The food was mediocre The crew was unfriendly and more focused on getting things done quickly rather than service with a smile .

Lower number on this flight so spaced out passengers. Able to enjoy more room to relax during flight. It was lovely.

Broken jer bridge. Poor communication about it. Lost 2 of 4 luggage pieces

The seats are uncomfortable and there was no power to recharge a phone.

Coach seating is debilitating, neither my husband or I can walk the following day

The Hawaiian lady that boarded me was rude and the one help me a the ticket counter was rude

My flight was delayed several times and eventually cancelled. Then the re-booked flight for 8pm was delayed multiple times over, and eventually it would have forced me to be at the airport for 9 hours. I accepted a rebook for the following day, fortunately I was able to stay with my friend again in New York, but if I didn’t have him as a resource it would have been much more upsetting.

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.

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.

No frills - because you get what you pay for. The crew was amazing!! I had plenty of room to spread out because the flight was half full. Which made it easy to sleep.

I think the staff was nice. They took time to explain safety protocols. Boarding was great. They started early and our flight left a little early which was convenient. Having free games to play would have been better

As expected. Nothing jumps out at me as bad or wrong, but the flight was fine. No complaints with pilot or crew. The flight left on time and arrived earlier than stated. Overall, I will continue to plan on flying with Spirit.

One restroom was unavailable/closed on both routes, going to Charlotte and coming back to Detroit a week later.

it was a quick trip. seats aren't that comfortable but because it was a quick trip it was ok. You need to have an N/A in your rating as I didn't have any food or entertainment so the only thing I could do was score low.

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