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Cheapest round-trip
$205
Typical prices: $281-$457
Frontier
Tue 9/25Sun 9/30
BNA - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$257
Typical prices: $287-$466
Delta
Tue 2/6Tue 2/13
BNA - DCA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest, American Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 1h 53m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 59% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $274 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nashville to Reagan-National (BNA-DCA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nashville to Reagan-National

Fri, Sep 25 - Wed, Sep 30
Frontier Logo
3:14 pm - 9:59 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
29h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 2:18 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
$205Frontier
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 26
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3:14 pm - 12:11 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
19h 57m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:00 am - 2:19 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
$205Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
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2:25 pm - 11:27 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 02m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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1:15 pm - 8:51 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 36m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$250JetBlue
Tue, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 13
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2:55 pm - 5:40 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 45mnonstop
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12:00 pm - 1:10 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 10mnonstop
$257Southwest
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
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1:05 pm - 3:50 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 45mnonstop
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1:30 pm - 2:25 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 55mnonstop
$257Southwest
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 22
American Airlines Logo
8:06 pm - 10:59 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 53mnonstop
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10:01 am - 11:08 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 07mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 21
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6:00 am - 9:04 amBNA  Nashville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 04mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 7:21 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 06mnonstop
$257American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 13
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 9:52 amBNA  Nashville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 52mnonstop
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10:00 am - 11:04 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 04mnonstop
$257Delta
Mon, Feb 8 - Sat, Feb 13
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 9:52 amBNA  Nashville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 52mnonstop
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10:00 am - 11:04 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 04mnonstop
$257Delta
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
JetBlue Logo
2:27 pm - 11:24 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 57m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:00 am - 3:57 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 57m1 stop Boston Logan Intl
$263JetBlue
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Price, demand and travel trends for Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Round-trip flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport start at $205. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $281 to $457. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $205 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, it is 9% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at $285 round-trip.
  • June ($444) and July ($406) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 55% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 59% 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 Nashville to Reagan-National

 
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.

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Harriet Baskas

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and 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.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DCA

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.

Key details for Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$119
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

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Your Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Nashville and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • American Airlines
    • Delta

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport usually depart from Nashville Intl (BNA) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First 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 Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $274 round-trip via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK), compared to $339 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) - 13% of one-stop connections

    Boston Logan Intl (BOS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $305 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $409, a difference of $104. 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 Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights, with 42% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:35 am and lands at 7:28 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:10 pm and lands at 11:03 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 53m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 73% above the route average of $334. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport takes 1h 53m, covering 561 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    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 Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 $205 to $817. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $127, which is 46% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Flying via Boston Logan Intl (BOS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 33m, compared with 7h 10m via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and 12h 18m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Nashville and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is 1 hour ahead of Nashville (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA)?

    Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Sixt
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport range from $281 to $457, with an average of $334 over the past 12 months. Anything below $281 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights?

    Three airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport flights:

    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $305 - about $104 less than Sunday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 59% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nashville to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $285 round-trip in that month - typically $159 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $274 round-trip on this route - about $65 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.
    - Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    - Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf
    - Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG

Prefer to fly direct from Nashville to Reagan Washington National Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Nashville Intl Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Nashville Intl to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Nashville Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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