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Cheapest round-trip
$337
Typical prices: $354-$544
Frontier
Sat 12/22Mon 1/8
SAN - BNA • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$348
Typical prices: $422-$613
Southwest
Sat 10/20Sun 10/28
SAN - BNA • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 3h 52m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $288 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Nashville (SAN-BNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Diego to Nashville

Tue, Dec 22 - Fri, Jan 8
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6:25 am - 4:54 pmSAN  San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 29m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:01 pm - 4:31 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego
27h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$337Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 21
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11:16 am - 12:29 pmSAN  San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl
23h 13m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:51 pm - 12:28 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego
8h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$338Frontier
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 22
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7:51 pm - 11:16 amSAN  San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl
37h 25m2 stops San Francisco Richmond Byrd Intl
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5:51 pm - 12:28 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego
8h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$338Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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10:35 pm - 4:25 amSAN  San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 50mnonstop
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7:30 pm - 11:45 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego
6h 15m1 stop Houston Hobby
$339Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 22
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7:05 am - 12:55 pmSAN  San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 50mnonstop
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3:45 pm - 8:55 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 10m1 stop New Orleans Louis Armstrong
$345Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Wed, Oct 28
American Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 6:41 pmSAN  San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:15 pm - 6:12 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego
5h 57m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$349American Airlines
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 24
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7:51 pm - 11:16 amSAN  San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl
37h 25m2 stops San Francisco Richmond Byrd Intl
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5:51 pm - 12:28 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego
8h 37m1 stop Denver Intl
$349Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18
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12:48 pm - 11:12 pmSAN  San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:20 am - 12:24 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 04m1 stop Salt Lake City
$367Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Sun, Jan 31
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6:15 am - 3:18 pmSAN  San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 03m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:50 am - 2:36 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego
9h 46m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$370Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
1:11 pm - 10:35 pmSAN  San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:50 am - 12:21 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego
7h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$377American Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Diego to Nashville flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from San Diego to Nashville typically range from $354 to $544. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $337, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Diego to Nashville. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 24% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Nashville?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from San Diego to Nashville at $366 round-trip.
•June ($569) and July ($502) 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 flights from San Diego to Nashville the cheapest?

Flights from San Diego to Nashville are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% 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 San Diego to Nashville

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

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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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.

Key details for San Diego to Nashville flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

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Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
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When to book flights from San Diego to Nashville

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Your San Diego to Nashville flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Diego to Nashville?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Diego to Nashville:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:25 am and lands at 10:17 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:40 pm and lands at 2:32 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 52m.

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Diego to Nashville:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Diego to Nashville?

    A nonstop flight from San Diego to Nashville takes 3h 52m, covering 1,746 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Diego 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 much should I expect to pay for a San Diego to Nashville flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Diego to Nashville range from $354 to $544, with an average of $445 over the past 12 months. Anything below $354 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Diego to Nashville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the $445 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Diego to Nashville?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $288 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $491 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San Diego to Nashville?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 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 San Diego to Nashville?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from San Diego to Nashville spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San Diego to Nashville flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, night flights for 25%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from San Diego to Nashville 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 $337 to $2,343. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Diego to Nashville flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the San Diego to Nashville route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from San Diego to Nashville looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Diego to Nashville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $136, which is 44% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 $25 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Flights from San Diego to Nashville usually depart from San Diego (SAN) and arrive at Nashville Intl (BNA).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 29% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from San Diego to Nashville. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $425 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $553, a difference of $128.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from San Diego to Nashville?

    Only Southwest operates flights between San Diego and Nashville.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 55m, compared with 6h 02m via Houston Hobby (HOU) and 6h 10m via Dallas Love Field (DAL).

  • What is the time difference between San Diego and Nashville?

    Nashville is 2 hours ahead of San Diego (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Diego to Nashville flights?

    Among airlines operating San Diego to Nashville flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Diego to Nashville 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
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Does Nashville International Airport offer special assistance services?

    BNA Cares is a collection of programs, services, and facilities that are made available at Nashville International Airport to help passengers and guests who need additional assistance. These accommodations are provided by BNA Cares. Their mission is to make traveling through the airport as easy, convenient, and pleasant as possible for all passengers.

  • What is the best mode of transportation to the city center from BNA Airport?

    Bus 18 is one of the fastest, cheapest, and most convenient routes to reach downtown Nashville from Nashville International Airport (BNA). Bus 18 is the most cost-effective means of public transportation to reach locations in Nashville from the airport, with a fee of about $1.70 per person.

  • Are there parking services at SAN Airport?

    The distance between SAN Airport and downtown San Diego is 3mi. Terminal 1 Parking, Terminal 2 Parking, Terminal 2 Parking Plaza, and Long Term are the four official San Diego Airport parking lots/garages that provide on-site parking. There are two Curbside Valet Terminals at the airport.

  • Are there rental cars at BNA Airport?

    Passengers may collect their checked bags in the baggage claim area and take the escalator down to the rental car booths on the Ground Transportation Level. To get your rental vehicle, follow the signs to the Consolidated Rental Car facility (CONRAC), which is next to the Short Term Parking Garage.

Your guide to booking San Diego to Nashville flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $425, about $128 less than Sunday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Diego to Nashville trip for January. Fares historically average $366 round-trip in that month - typically $203 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 Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $288 round-trip on this route - about $203 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 Nashville Intl Airport.

    • Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport
    • Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport
    • Sonesta Nashville Airport
  • The Aspire Lounge at San Diego International Airport (SAN) is available to passengers leaving from Terminal 2 regardless of the travel class or airline they are flying with. Guests staying in this lounge have access to a variety of amenities, such as free high-speed Internet access, complimentary showers, specialized work rooms and facilities, and a comprehensive food and beverage selection.
  • There are three nursing rooms situated after security, two of which are in Terminal 1, and one of which is in Terminal 2 at SAN. Each nursing room has a hand washing station, comfy sitting, artwork, a children's seat, and low-key lighting. In these rooms, nursing moms may find a private space that is both peaceful and secluded to use while they are going through the airport.
  • At San Diego International Airport (SAN), the service providers have made it easy for your pet to relieve themselves by providing state-of-the-art facilities specifically designed for that purpose. The Pet Relief Areas are all furnished with artificial grass, waste bags, and even a fire hydrant to encourage pet owners to make use of the facilities.
  • There are currency exchange and banking services accessible at Nashville International Airport (BNA), as well as several ATMs on the ground transportation level and the ticketing level near the SunTrust Bank. Both the airport bank between Concourses A and B and the Travel Center between Concourses C and D provide currency exchange services. A number of mailboxes are available near the main information desk in the passenger terminal.
  • If you are utilizing the SAN Airport, you must arrive 3h before your trip. Before arriving at the airport, passengers are strongly recommended to contact their airlines to confirm flight times.

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