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$81 Find Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Nashville

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Cheapest round-trip
$182
Typical prices: $411-$253
Spirit Airlines
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MSY - BNA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$287
Typical prices: $453-$250
Southwest
Tue 6/16Wed 6/17
MSY - BNA • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Nashville (MSY-BNA)

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

Tue, Jun 16 - Wed, Jun 17
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5:14 pm - 10:49 pm
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BNA
5h 35m
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11:00 am - 4:09 pm
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5h 09m
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$182Spirit Airlines
Sat, Jun 13 - Wed, Jun 17
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5:14 pm - 10:49 pm
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BNA
5h 35m
1 stop
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11:00 am - 4:09 pm
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MSY
5h 09m
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$184Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 16 - Mon, May 18
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5:18 pm - 10:49 pm
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5h 31m
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2:08 pm - 4:24 pm
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$187Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 9
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9:55 pm - 7:35 pm
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21h 40m
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11:00 am - 4:09 pm
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5h 09m
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$188Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jun 15 - Tue, Jun 16
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5:14 pm - 10:49 pm
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BNA
5h 35m
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11:00 am - 4:09 pm
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5h 09m
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$192Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 9
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$195Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jun 16 - Sat, Jun 20
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5h 35m
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8:48 pm - 2:49 pm
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$200Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 29 - Fri, Jun 5
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23h 59m
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5:09 pm - 12:47 pm
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$202Multiple Airlines
Fri, May 29 - Fri, Jun 5
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5h 20m
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$203Multiple Airlines
Sun, May 24 - Tue, May 26
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New Orleans to Nashville flights

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

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New Orleans to Nashville departing in June.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from New Orleans to Nashville?

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

When flying from New Orleans to Nashville, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to New Orleans, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Wednesdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Nashville?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans 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 New Orleans to Nashville is November, where tickets cost $185 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $413 and $371 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from New Orleans 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.

No, with an average price for the route of $413, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Orleans to Nashville?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New Orleans to Nashville, 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 New Orleans to Nashville, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 21 weeks before departure.

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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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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$81
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 19% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 32% lower on average.
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FAQs for booking flights from New Orleans to Nashville

  • Where can I park my car at the New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)?

    If you drive yourself to the airport in New Orleans to catch your flight to Nashville, you'll have many options for parking. There is a long-term parking garage directly across from the arrivals hall, a parking lot that is a short walk from the terminal, and an economy garage that is a short drive away. Passengers parking in the economy garage can catch a shuttle to their terminal.

  • Can I rent a car at the Nashville Airport (BNA)?

    Yes, rental cars are available at the Nashville Airport. There is a branch of Budget, Thrifty, and Enterprise at this location. The rental car facility is a far walk from the terminals. However, there is a complimentary shuttle that you can catch right outside of the arrival hall.

  • How can I get from the Nashville Airport (BNA) to downtown Nashville and/or my hotel?

    If you're staying outside of the downtown area, a taxi is your only option. Taxis pick up passengers on Level 1 in the Ground Transportation Center. If you'd prefer to take public transit, there is a bus that stops in downtown Nashville. The ride will take about 20min. It also departs from the Ground Transportation Center.

  • Where can I dine at these two airports?

    At New Orleans' Armstrong Airport (MSY), there is a Chick-fil-A, a Panda Express, a Lucky Dog's hot dog cart, and a Dook's Burgers. While you're at the Nashville Airport, you'll have your choice of places to eat including a 400 Degrees Hot Chicken restaurant, a Hissho Sushi Bar, and a Bar-B-Cutie Smokehouse.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New Orleans to Nashville?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New Orleans to Nashville was $81 for a one-way ticket and $182 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    New Orleans and Nashville are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave New Orleans from New Orleans Louis Armstrong and will be arriving at Nashville Intl.

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

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

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New Orleans to Nashville?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New Orleans to Nashville?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New Orleans to Nashville are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $371 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 $341 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $179 or less one-way and $367 or less round-trip.
  • On your flight from New Orleans' Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) going to the Nashville International Airport (BNA), you'll have to switch planes along the way. Some possibilities include Atlanta, Detroit, or Charlotte. Your layover could be as brief as 31min or over 20h.
  • While you're waiting on your plane to leave New Orleans, you can relax in one of the airport lounges. There is a Delta Sky Lounge, a United Lounge, and a USO lounge. You can also do some shopping for your trip. At the airport, there are several places to shop such as Dylan's Candy, Brighton Collectibles, and Fleury Girl, a clothing and accessories store.
  • You can have someone drop you off curbside at the New Orleans Airport (MSY). They should go to the departure area and drop you off in front of your terminal. Some airlines offer curbside check-in which will save you lots of time and effort.
  • Should your flight from the Nashville Airport (BNA) to New Orleans (MSY) be delayed, there are sleeping pods in the Nashville Airport (BNA). These are located in Concourse D and are a great place to catch a nap or enjoy some private time.
  • For convenience, you can withdraw money for your trip while at the New Orleans, AKA, the Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY). There are ATM machines located throughout the airport and a branch of Whitney Bank in Concourse C.

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Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from New Orleans to Nashville

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4305 reviews
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Truly terrible. Will never willingly fly southwest again. Seats are worse than before they switched to assigned seating. One flight attendant was the opposite of helpful (rude, unhelpful, dismissive, and as my stranger seatmate said unprompted: a total prick). This caused me, 15 minutes into the flight, to book an alternate return flight home on a competing airline (first class 1.2k purchase instead of my existing planned flight) just so I would not have to ever be on that aircraft, with that terrible service person, with those horrific seats ever again.

2.0 MediocreJoshua, May 2026
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Truly terrible. Will never willingly fly southwest again. Seats are worse than before they switched to assigned seating. One flight attendant was the opposite of helpful (rude, unhelpful, dismissive, and as my stranger seatmate said unprompted: a total prick). This caused me, 15 minutes into the flight, to book an alternate return flight home on a competing airline (first class 1.2k purchase instead of my existing planned flight) just so I would not have to ever be on that aircraft, with that terrible service person, with those horrific seats ever again.

Not having a five hour delay with little notice! The crew was very kind, though, and just as tired as we passengers were. The flight didn't depart until nearly 1 am...and no reason was ever given.

The entire experience from boarding to landing was amazing! The crew were very friendly. Will definitely be back.

no service at all due to turbulence. they should've at least given us snacks, there were only 10 people on the entire flight.

First time I've had to use the disabled accommodations. And I could not have had a better experience with Southwest, i was having trouble getting from one terminal to another due to my heart failure. And the next thing I know a Southwest agent had made sure. I had a wheelchair at all my flights. Can't thank them enough.

Delayed flight, lack of information, boarding process is a mess as is the carryon luggage causing issues when leaving the plane….just a poor experience.

Comfortable. Easy. No problems. Just wish they had gf options for snacks.

The crew was very kind and made going to Hawaii relaxing and fun to look forward to! Thank you Southwest for a pleasant flight!

This leg was much better, but we did have to have a 3 hour lay o er after coming from a very exhausting hiccup with our flight from BNA to Den

We waited in the airplane for over 45 min for a southwest employee to make the flight. This cause over half the plane to miss their connecting flight in Denver. When we confronted the desk upon arrival, they told us the only flight they had was the next day leaving at 8:50 pm!!! Or they offered to get us to Burbank or LA, but after that we were on our own to get back to Santa Barbara. I paid for a flight from sba to bna bna to sba. My re entry into mom mode has been 💯 rough because of southwest mistake with my flight. And now I’m leaving to Reno tomorrow for a vballl tournament and just discovered that my leg in Vegas has me and my 3 kids on a stand by flight even though I had booked these ticket last year November!! Do better southwest!

Seats in Delta Main are unbelievably close to the seat in front of. Hard to get a backpack under the seat.

The agent at check in and at the gate were less than thrilled to be at work. I'm not a fan of Kayak's placement on the plane. I got put in the middle seat and none of my preferences were used.

In ATL they have two sets of departure screens. Follow what is on your airline's departure board - the ATL Airport Authority departure board had completely incorrect details about the gate assignment for my flight, which would have made me miss boarding.

Flight was delayed it was hot while sitting on the plane, one engine was working on the plane until they had to do some jimmy rigging down the runway in order for the other engine to charge up. It was ridiculous

The flight was very good and the staff was very friendly and helpful!

The only thing I would say is we tried to get on a standby earlier flight, but with our fair we couldn’t. That seems senseless to leave with open seats..

Very easy to use and convenient, you can perform any action within the same portal

In a world of delays, Delta was on time both ways! Boarding was fast and efficient. Staff was friendly. AND wifi worked.

WiFi didn’t work. Flight delayed 3 hours Crew members were illiterate Seat lean back did not work.

Flight was delayed, we could have been notified earlier and in a consistent manner. App was not refreshing for another passenger to get the latest flight status. We could have stayed and waited at the hotel instead of waiting at the airport had we known the flight was going to delayed for more than 5 hours. The toilet is too tight, and needs to be cleaned more frequently (every hour). The entertainment screen froze, the touch screen not responding to touch. We were upgraded to comfort, it is more comfortable than regular economy seats.

not sure why you ask about food, I n3ver get food on flights except maybe cookies or pretzels. wifi was slow and in and out most of the flight not good.

Cancelled BOYH legs of our flight home 30 min before initial boarding

Cancelled the flight half hour before boarding. Then cancelled the connecting flight too.

Left early arrived early..right amount of talking from pilots..of course had to love the biscuit and water!

I would like a refund for the extra cost the seat I paid for. An oversized person sat next to me and I couldn’t fit on my seat and had to move to another seat.

Boarding gate at LAX was too crowded—two gates next to one another

The flight was delayed about an hour for a maintenance specialist to approve the maintenance repair

This flight was delayed but it worked in my favor because my Atlanta to Dallas flight was delayed.

This was a hard flight. 3 delays out of OKC (1 on the Tarmac). Delay in Atlanta coming to Dallas. total travel time was the equivalent of driving from OKC to Atlanta.

Like: flights are on time, good boarding process Can improve: planes are old, improve entertainment and make space more comfortable

Had a flight change had to get a credit.will I get my money back.

Shut down without prior notice End up with spending lots of extra $$$

There was a crack in my window seal. And Spirit is now closed forever.

The company went out of business and now I'm stuck in Ft. Lauderdale. Would not recommend.

Spirit changed flight times by 12 hours with coming and going so I refunded tickets and drove

The airline cancel mi flight, lost a lot of money!!!

They closed the doors earlier than posted. I missed my flight with a slim 5 minutes bc they closed the doors earlier than earlier. My luggage never made it onto the flight and I had to find a new flight to Dallas bc the only option they could rebook me on was for leaving miami.

The agent cancel my flight without my consent. So the situation generate me a lot of troubles, specially because we were traveling with a baby

Wonderful! Very polite crew that was dedicated to excellent customer service

Everyone was nice but it's budget. There's nothing free and no entertainment

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