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Cheapest round-trip
$201
Typical prices: $353-$520
Frontier
Mon 12/3Mon 12/10
SNA - BNA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$71
Typical prices: $191-$312
Frontier
Tue 12/11
SNA - BNA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Ana and Nashville. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
16 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 16 weeks in advance save around 38% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 22% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Cheapest • Avg $387 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h 05m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Ana to Nashville (SNA-BNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Ana to Nashville

Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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12:08 pm - 12:29 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BNA Nashville Intl
22h 21m1 stop Denver Intl
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1:19 pm - 9:22 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
22h 03m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$201Frontier
Thu, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 21
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11:13 am - 2:14 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BNA Nashville Intl
25h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:01 pm - 8:48 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
19h 47m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$202Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 16
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1:45 pm - 9:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 10m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:00 am - 12:15 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$437Southwest
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 22
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9:17 am - 7:31 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 14m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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3:11 pm - 10:31 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
9h 20m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$437American Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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1:20 pm - 11:58 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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2:47 pm - 7:52 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
7h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$437American Airlines
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 17
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6:45 am - 3:58 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 13m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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8:00 am - 2:04 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 04m1 stop San Francisco
$437United Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 16
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11:06 am - 9:02 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
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4:00 pm - 8:44 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 44m1 stop Denver Intl
$437United Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
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1:41 pm - 10:08 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 27m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:18 am - 11:48 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$437Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 4
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1:41 pm - 10:08 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 27m1 stop Salt Lake City
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4:14 pm - 10:18 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
8h 04m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$437Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:45 am - 3:55 pmSNA  Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Little Rock
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5:50 am - 10:05 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
6h 15m1 stop Denver Intl
$442Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Nashville?

Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Nashville typically range from $353 to $520. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $201, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Santa Ana to Nashville. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 25% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Nashville?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Ana to Nashville at $353 round-trip.
•October ($577) and September ($525) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Santa Ana to Nashville the cheapest?

Flights from Santa Ana to Nashville are cheapest 16 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% 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 Santa Ana to Nashville

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

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Esther Carlstone

Esther Carlstone

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Esther Carlstone is a travel and food writer based in Los Angeles. Her work has appeared in publications such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet, Forbes, Tripadvisor, Insider, and more.

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Key details for Santa Ana to Nashville flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$71
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 39% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Santa Ana to Nashville

When to book flights from Santa Ana to Nashville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Nashville flight questions, answered

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

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Santa Ana to Nashville:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Santa Ana to Nashville?

    A nonstop flight from Santa Ana to Nashville takes 00m, covering 1,766 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Nashville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Santa Ana to Nashville range from $353 to $520, with an average of $450 over the past 12 months. Anything below $353 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Santa Ana to Nashville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 16% above the $450 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $387 round-trip via Dallas Love Field (DAL), compared to $944 for nonstop.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Santa Ana 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 Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 variants.

  • How are flight prices from Santa Ana to Nashville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Santa Ana to Nashville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $192, which is 23% 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 averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Santa Ana to Nashville usually depart from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) and arrive at Nashville Intl (BNA).

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 12% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Santa Ana to Nashville. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $397 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $565, a difference of $168.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Santa Ana to Nashville?

    Flying via Dallas Love Field (DAL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 57m, compared with 6h 05m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 6h 27m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What is the time difference between Santa Ana and Nashville?

    Nashville is 2 hours ahead of Santa Ana (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.

Your guide to booking Santa Ana 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 $397, about $168 less than Sunday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 16 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santa Ana to Nashville trip for February. Fares historically average $353 round-trip in that month - typically $224 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $387 round-trip on this route - about $557 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.

    • Sonesta Nashville Airport
    • Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport
    • Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport

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