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$105 Find Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Nashville

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Cheapest round-trip
$247
Typical prices: $494-$256
Southwest
Tue 7/7Tue 7/14
SMF - BNA • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$287
Typical prices: $770-$737
Southwest
Tue 6/2Sat 6/6
SMF - BNA • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Nashville (SMF-BNA)

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

Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 14
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11:05 pm - 5:10 am
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4h 05mnonstop
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7:05 pm - 11:40 pm
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6h 35m
1 stop
$247Southwest
Sat, Jul 11 - Fri, Jul 17
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6:28 pm - 5:40 pm
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BNA
21h 12m
1 stop
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6:35 pm - 6:49 pm
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26h 14m
1 stop
$255Frontier
Mon, May 11 - Sat, May 16
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11:42 pm - 10:22 am
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BNA
8h 40m
1 stop
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5:00 am - 10:48 am
BNA
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SMF
7h 48m
1 stop
$257American Airlines
Sat, Jul 11 - Fri, Jul 17
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6:28 pm - 5:40 pm
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BNA
21h 12m
1 stop
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6:35 pm - 6:49 pm
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26h 14m
1 stop
$261Frontier
Sun, Aug 2 - Tue, Aug 4
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3:45 pm - 11:55 pm
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BNA
6h 10m
1 stop
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7:50 am - 12:45 pm
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6h 55m
1 stop
$268Southwest
Sat, May 23 - Wed, May 27
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11:48 pm - 8:51 am
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7h 03m
1 stop
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5:30 pm - 10:15 pm
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6h 45m
1 stop
$274United Airlines
Mon, May 25 - Thu, May 28
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11:44 pm - 10:34 am
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8h 50m
1 stop
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5:30 pm - 10:15 pm
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6h 45m
1 stop
$276United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 15
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8:15 am - 5:20 pm
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7h 05m
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3:45 pm - 6:20 pm
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4h 35mnonstop
$277Southwest
Fri, Jun 5 - Thu, Jun 11
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5:30 am - 1:42 pm
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6h 12m
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6:25 am - 1:41 pm
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9h 16m
1 stop
$278Delta
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
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5:10 pm - 8:29 pm
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BNA
25h 19m
1 stop
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9:24 pm - 4:15 pm
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20h 51m
1 stop
$281Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Sacramento to Nashville flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Nashville departing in July.

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

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

For Sacramento to Nashville, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Nashville back to Sacramento, the best deals are generally found on Monday, with Tuesday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Nashville is August, where tickets cost $291 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $417 and $417 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Nashville, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 32% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking flights from Sacramento to Nashville

  • What are the transport options from Nashville International Airport?

    To get to places like downtown Nashville from BNA, travelers can use various transport options like the WeGo Public Transit bus which charges around $2 for a one-way ticket, the Nashville Airport taxi costs around $25, and ride apps like Uber that cost approximately $14 and car rental companies that charge around $29 per day for their rentals.

  • Does Nashville International Airport offer family services?

    Yes. At BNA there are children’s play areas to keep your kids entertained at Concourse A and B. To cater to nursing mothers, BNA has two private nursing rooms equipped with power outlets, a comfortable chair, changing stations, a sink, paper towels, and a hand dryer for nursing mothers to breastfeed, pump, and change their baby’s diapers in comfort. They’re found near Gate B3 at Concourse B and across Gate D4 at Concourse D.

  • Does Nashville International Airport have accessible services?

    Yes. For passengers with special needs and their caregivers, BNA caters to them by providing adult changing tables in companion care restrooms located near Gate C15 at Concourse C, and near gate D5 at Concourse D. The Accessible Program at BNA allows passengers with special needs to park for free at the airport.

  • Where can I sleep at Sacramento International Airport?

    As you await your flight at SMF, you can sleep within the airport grounds on comfortable chairs and couches on the Landside of terminals. At Terminal B there are armrest-free benches and a quiet room at Terminal A. Alternatively, you can rent a room in hotels near SMF like Four Points by Sheraton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, or Hampton Inn & Suites.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Sacramento to Nashville?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sacramento to Nashville was $105 for a one-way ticket and $247 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

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

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Sacramento to Nashville?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sacramento to Nashville are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $446 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 $328 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

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

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

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $186 or less one-way and $428 or less round-trip.
  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) is one of the fastest-growing airports in the US. It has one terminal as of now but is soon expanding to two terminals. The terminal has four concourses, Concourse A for international flights, Concourses B and C for domestic flights, and the new Concourse D for international arrivals. The concourses are close to each other hence are accessible by foot, hence no airport shuttle is available.
  • When you arrive at Sacramento International Airport (SMF) via your selected means of transport and you need a hand with your luggage, worry not. You can rent baggage carts at a rate of around $5 per cart at the parking garage and the terminal entrance doors.
  • For passengers who want to loosen up after a flight, treat yourself and your company to spa services at BNA. At the Massage Bar found near Gate B1 at Concourse B, Airside, and near Gate C14 at Concourse C, Airside you can get a seated massage, foot massage, or purchase their retail products.
  • If you’re traveling with a service animal or a pet, SMF has four designated pet relief areas to cater to them. They are located before and after security in both Terminals A and B. The pre-security pet relief areas are outdoor near the pick-up location and the area is surrounded by grass.
  • When flying from Sacramento International Airport, whether you’re flying on a domestic or international flight, arrive at least 2h before your flight. This is to ensure the check-in is seamless and to allow you time to use the airport facilities fully.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Sacramento to Nashville

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4314 reviews
8.6Crew
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7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
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The entire experience from boarding to landing was amazing! The crew were very friendly. Will definitely be back.

10.0 Excellentlarry, Apr 2026
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The entire experience from boarding to landing was amazing! The crew were very friendly. Will definitely be back.

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!

Terrible. Even though there’s assigned seating now, they are still the slowest boarding airline of anyone.

It was good from LAX to Phoenix, But the connection in Phoenix to Tulsa was not that great. The staff on both flights were great. The choice of free entertainment was ok nothing to brag about. The 45 min delay because of some electrical issue wasn't great from Phoenix to Tulsa. We sat there with hardly any air, The seat I had was between windows so the side of the plane pushed in on you. My being a bigger man it then made the seating area uncomfortable. The seats on the plane had no power to connect to recharge your phone or anything. I would recommend that they should look into a slot or clamp to hold your phone to enjoy while watching the entertainment choices hands-free. Also make it possible to raise the inner seat by the window be able to raise the arm rest up to make more room for larger people to set more comfortably. I would also say other then that stop price gouging the airfare or nickel and diming everything. Not fair for people having to fly for emergencies and be paying for higher prices due to the season or holidays. Your making your money either way and the cost of flying is still going to be the same regardless if there's 100 people or 200 people.

Great flight. Good snacks and drinks. Grateful it was free. The flight from Nashville to louisville, i think her name was Tracy (not sure that's right) super awesome, nice and cheerful. She really enjoyed being at work today! She was the person who scanned the boarding pass on flight wn941. She should be recommended for a raise !

Southwest was greaat! The most expensive but the least upsetting for those we were flying to see.

Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

I was supposed to be on a later flight. When I showed up at the gate, the woman working there was extremely helpful getting moved up to this earlier flight.

While they turned off most cabin lights to allow people to sleep, I was bothered by how bright the side lights still were. It was still quite bright for me in a window seat, when I wish I could have slept!

Generally on time departures and arrivals, clean planes, sky miles membership provides great benefits (complimentary upgrades, etc).

N Everything was perfect from boarding to assistance to baggage in Tampa

Loved the crew! Sucks that we went from 1 hour and 8 minute layover to a 3 hour layover. But weather sucks like that.

Fast, lovely scenery, great info on the Delta flight screen about landmarks we were flying over. Great landing!

Long flight but comfortable and not freezing as I have experienced on Hawaiian flights to the islands. They gave us blankets just in case. Nice touch.

I took seat 15A in anticipation of window seat, there is no window.

Flight late, the waited for a long time for “personal” to arrive at gate to dock the plane in Rochester. So annoying. This flight was expected, why aren’t personel available for the jet bridge?

My recent experience was excellent on Delta! I flew with Delta Comfort and I was really comfortable in my seat. I enjoyed the in-flight service. The flight attendants were so friendly and hospitable. I love the snack on the flight as well. This was my first time flying on Delta and I will definitely consider flying with them again.

My flight was canceled on Sunday. Rebooking took three hours. Had to pay for accommodations another night. New flight was delayed for 5 hours, all that was sent was a 12 dollar food voucher, which doesn’t tell you how to use it. Then when we landed we had to sit on the plane for an hour before we could get off.

Booked through Kayak Business, had a seat in middle and towards back due to booking rate, not comfortable.

Outstanding service, efficient & friendly crew, flight was safe, comfortable & on time

It was a red-eye, but the flight felt surprisingly quick. The seats were very comfortable, and that made resting much easier. I also want to thank the gentleman seated next to me, who graciously moved so my mom could sit beside me. We slept almost the entire way. The cabin crew was respectful in not disturbing us, while also being courteous and professional throughout. Thank you, United.

Poor communication, flight was delayed for preventable reasons. I missed my connection.

Boarding was again a "free for all". We were boarding group 4, and almost the entire plane was able to board before us. It's a shame that someone who follows the rules, gets the short end of the stick. Not fair.

It was perfect! I've never flown with United before, but I definitely will in the future

I had a cancelled flight because of technical issues going to my destination, and a delayed flight coming home. All told it wasn’t a total bust.

They delayed the flight from 9:00 to 11:55 At 11:45 they canceled the flight. I paid a premium price for the tickets with poor service

We had excellent customer service despite the chaos at George Bush airport in Houston!

My flight was canceled a few hours before boarding. I was rebooked on Copa airlines and missed an important meeting .

Purchased through 3rd party vendor which made everything difficult. Unable to check in online. Unable to get flight updates easily, tsa precheck information didn’t carry through, longer time to check in in person. Entertainment looked good but had to purchase conventional headphones to view.

Boarding was fast, easy, and we landed early. The entertainment system was very buggy and kept resetting throughout the flight.

Not having an assigned seat until boarding and then having to check my bag.

Flight emergency landed in Chicago due to “Odor” in back of plane . Had to buy ANOTHER TICKET to get to Boston cash out of my own pocket . Then they would notchange my return flight time without a 400. Charge!!!! Insulting.

I purchased ticket so our daughter ( a minor) can sit next to her mother. No help at gate after kayak insisted that this could be done. She ended sitting by herself

Flight was as expected. But it was delayed an hour. Also, my luggage got damaged. So that sucked especially since the damage made navigating the airport difficult. Walking to get ground transportation is sooo far away now and my checked bag was difficult to carry.

we were an hour delayed after boarding and given no reason. Headsets cost money. Also there were openrows with no one setting in them but we were told we were not allowed to swtich.

Crew was very friendly. Did not like being jammed in the back middle seat. Don’t understand why I can not select an aisle for free based on first come first serve. Also first time I’ve been on a flight which attempted land then circled Detroit airport multiple times.

Terrible. There was a lot of misleading information regarding ticketing, seat upgrades, & boarding group. I also expect my seat will recline. I have back problems & it is very painful for me of the seat doesn’t recline. In addition, when I choose a fare that allows me a carry-on bag, I expect to be able to carry it on. Not be forced to check it. Thos happened on my flight to MCO & back to Boston. Not sure I will ever fly JetBlue again. Further I bought the ticket through hat deal. I will NEVER do that again. They were incapable of providing an accurate record locator # for either leg of the trip. I had to call them before each flight with me VERY stressed about whether I would actually be able to get on my flight. Who does that? Who books flight & then FAILS to give an accurate record locator? Twice!

The flight was delayed 4 hours and the JetBlue people at the counter kept lying to us and telling us it was due to weather however all other flights were going in and out of NY and FL. Then they lied that the plane had to stop to refuel. Then they lied and said the plane needed a tire change. JetBlue is the worst. Then they gave a lot of people meal vouchers however I didn’t know they did that and they didn’t offer anything to me.

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

Flying in the United States with the major airlines has become so underwhelming. A 2-3hr flight in most other parts of the world with the major carriers of the area comes with newer, CLEANER aircraft and significantly better in flight service in terms of both staff attitude and a actual meal service.

On time departure and early arrival. Flight attendant very nice.

The SFO Lounge crew were amazing. The bartender Faris was great. Thanks!

Was not able to do a online check-in because the American Airlines system doesn't store our visa or other passport information, allowing us to have a trouble-free check-in. We were forced to have to check-in at the counter which Changes are upgrade status given that we were not able to check in much earlier.

Good flight, seated and had a water within 5 minutes. Crew was hospitable.

Delays experienced in boarding/take off due to incoming plane delayed. However, the boarding time/depart time in the app was significantly delayed in providing these updates. Usually not updated until an hour after we should have already boarded. Poorly managed.

We left at 1030 am pacific from LA and supposed to land at 7 pm Eastern in NY. They made a detour, stopped in Philadelphia and didn’t land till 1130 PM Eastern!!! Worst flight experience with no pilot communication with no explanation as to what was going on. Everyone was very frustrated to say the least.

Flight boarded from Gate 159B, the farthest gate in the LAX Bradley Terminal. While the flight operated on time, the first class cabin attendant made no recognition of my being an Advantage Executive Platinum member.

The flight itself was excellent but the gate attendant made me check my carryon since she said it was an inch too big. I’ve had no problems with this carryon on recent flights on Qantas, Delta, Austrian, Southwest Airlines even though the overhead bins are the same size. there were other carryons in the bins that also looked larger than mine and there was room left in the bins for more. When I picked up my carryon from baggage claim one of the wheels had broken off.

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