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Cheapest round-trip
$202
Typical prices: $419-$569
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Fri 10/26Mon 11/5
OAK - BNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$135
Typical prices: $184-$340
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Fri 10/26
OAK - BNA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Oakland and Nashville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $356 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Oakland to Nashville (OAK-BNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oakland to Nashville

Mon, Oct 26 - Thu, Nov 5
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9:50 am - 8:55 pmOAK  Oakland-BNA Nashville Intl
9h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:41 pm - 9:23 amBNA  Nashville Intl-OAK Oakland
13h 42m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$202Frontier
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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10:18 am - 8:46 pmOAK  Oakland-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:41 pm - 11:53 amBNA  Nashville Intl-OAK Oakland
16h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$209Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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12:28 pm - 4:31 pmOAK  Oakland-BNA Nashville Intl
26h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:31 pm - 11:33 amBNA  Nashville Intl-OAK Oakland
20h 02m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$261Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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12:48 pm - 8:46 pmOAK  Oakland-BNA Nashville Intl
29h 58m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:41 pm - 11:53 amBNA  Nashville Intl-OAK Oakland
16h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$263Frontier
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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10:17 am - 8:49 pmOAK  Oakland-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 32m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:55 pm - 11:53 amBNA  Nashville Intl-OAK Oakland
15h 58m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$268Frontier
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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10:18 am - 8:46 pmOAK  Oakland-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 28m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:41 pm - 11:53 amBNA  Nashville Intl-OAK Oakland
16h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$270Frontier
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
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5:20 pm - 8:55 pmOAK  Oakland-BNA Nashville Intl
25h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:44 pm - 9:05 amBNA  Nashville Intl-OAK Oakland
13h 21m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$284Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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12:48 pm - 5:33 pmOAK  Oakland-BNA Nashville Intl
26h 45m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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9:41 pm - 11:53 amBNA  Nashville Intl-OAK Oakland
16h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$285Frontier
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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11:25 am - 7:45 pmOAK  Oakland-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 20m1 stop San Diego
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6:00 am - 10:50 amBNA  Nashville Intl-OAK Oakland
6h 50m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$336Southwest
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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11:30 am - 9:30 pmOAK  Oakland-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 00m1 stop San Diego
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5:45 am - 11:15 amBNA  Nashville Intl-OAK Oakland
7h 30m1 stop Houston Hobby
$341Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Oakland to Nashville flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Oakland to Nashville with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Nashville start at $202. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $419 to $569. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $202 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Oakland to Nashville, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Nashville at $398 round-trip.
•June ($639) and July ($538) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Oakland to Nashville

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

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on OAK

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for Oakland to Nashville flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$135
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 19% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Oakland to Nashville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Oakland to Nashville based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Oakland to Nashville flight questions, answered

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

  • Where can I access baby care facilities at the Oakland Airport (OAK)?

    One of the most important things when traveling is looking for baby care facilities at the airport, where you can have some privacy when nursing them or changing their diapers. You will be able to access baby care facilities at the airport if you head to the Mamava Suites. Here, you will be able to access a collapsible table, fold-down table, two benches, a USB power outlet and privacy since the suites are lockable. The suites are adequately spaced to accommodate you, the child, a stroller, and your luggage.

  • Which places offer foods and drinks at Oakland Airport?

    If you are looking to grab something to eat while at the airport, there are a number of food concessions all over the airport. If you head past the security check in Terminal 2, there are a number of pubs, an ice-cream shop, a number of Mexican eateries, two food courts, Chili Too, and Starbucks. In Terminal 1, you will be able to grab something to eat at the Heinold's First and Last Chance Saloon.

  • Where can I sleep when at BNA?

    One of your major concerns when at Nashville Airport will be a place to sleep, especially if you had not planned before your flight. There are sleeping options both inside and outside the airport. While inside the airport, you can head over to the Minute Suites, which is at Gate D3 at Concourse D and offers a place to sleep and work. If you find sleeping outside the airport more convenient, there are a hotels which are between 10 and 30 minutes away from the airport including the Radisson Hotel, Hampton Inn & Suites, the Red Roof Inn, Country Inn & Suites and the Drury Inn & Suites.

  • Are there some activities I can do while at BNA?

    If you are looking for a way to pass time while at the airport, you can head over to Concourse C airside to the Tootsies Orchid Lounge to experience some live entertainment. Additionally, you can take a stroll throughout the airport in order to see some musical performances and art exhibitions.

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

    Flights from Oakland to Nashville usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at Nashville Intl (BNA).

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Oakland to Nashville.

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

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

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Burbank Bob Hope (BUR) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Oakland to Nashville route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 37%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $384 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $604: a $220 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

  • How long is a flight from Oakland to Nashville?

    A nonstop flight from Oakland to Nashville takes 0h 00m, covering 1,953 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland 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 are flight prices from Oakland to Nashville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Oakland to Nashville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $156, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 24m, compared with 6h 25m via Burbank Bob Hope (BUR) and 6h 34m via Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • What is the time difference between Oakland and Nashville?

    Nashville is 2 hours ahead of Oakland (Central Time vs Pacific 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 Oakland to Nashville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Oakland to Nashville range from $419 to $569, with an average of $488 over the past 12 months. Anything below $419 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Oakland 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 Saturday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $384 - about $220 less than Sunday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Oakland to Nashville trip for October. Fares historically average $398 round-trip in that month - typically $241 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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
  • Do not get lost while trying to navigate your way around Oakland International Airport (OAK), as the two available terminals in the airport are linked by the covered pedestrian walkway.
  • If you lose your luggage while at Oakland Airport, you can head over to Terminal 1, where you will access the lost and found desk. Additionally, contact your respective airline carrier if you do not find your luggage there.
  • You can take advantage of an early check-in and cut-off time at the baggage compartment area if you are flying with your pet from Oakland Airport.
  • If you are in the military or have a relative who is serving, visit the USO military lounge at the Nashville International Airport (BNA) for free to take use of some of the services and amenities provided, such as food and entertainment.
  • There are smoking areas next to Gate C10 in Concourse C and close to Gate B10 in Concourse B if you're looking for a spot to smoke while at BNA.

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