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Cheapest round-trip
$291
Typical prices: $330-$562
Frontier
Sun 12/2Thu 12/6
SEA - BNA • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$296
Typical prices: $335-$576
Alaska Airlines
Wed 12/5Sat 12/8
SEA - BNA • Non-stop
Advice from real travelers
Delta Comfort Plus adds extra legroom, while free Wi-Fi is available for SkyMiles members.
Alaska Premium Class adds priority boarding; 20-minute bag guarantee offers delay compensation.
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Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 4h 23m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 26% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $196 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Seattle to Nashville (SEA-BNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Seattle to Nashville

Wed, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 6
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4:58 pm - 5:25 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
22h 27m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:38 pm - 3:43 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
23h 05m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl
$291Frontier
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
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9:09 pm - 4:05 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
16h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:00 pm - 12:16 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
21h 16m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$292Frontier
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:06 am - 3:26 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 20mnonstop
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5:01 pm - 8:21 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 20mnonstop
$296Alaska Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 12:18 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 19mnonstop
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6:30 am - 9:45 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 15mnonstop
$297Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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5:59 pm - 12:18 amSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 19mnonstop
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6:30 am - 9:45 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 15mnonstop
$297Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
7:00 am - 5:45 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 45m1 stop San Diego
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5:25 am - 10:35 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 10m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$312Southwest
Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14
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3:45 pm - 11:55 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 10m1 stop Dallas Love Field
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 11:00 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
$312Southwest
Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
12:37 pm - 10:35 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:47 pm - 10:38 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
9h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$317American Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
1:35 pm - 11:47 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 12m1 stop Los Angeles
American Airlines Logo
9:02 am - 3:58 pmBNA  Nashville Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
8h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$317American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:37 pm - 11:59 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 22mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:02 am - 10:22 amBNA  Nashville Intl-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
5h 20mnonstop
$337Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Seattle 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 Seattle to Nashville?

Round-trip flights from Seattle to Nashville typically range from $330 to $562. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $291, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Seattle to Nashville. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Nashville?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Nashville at $322 round-trip.
•June ($532) and May ($491) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Seattle to Nashville the cheapest?

Flights from Seattle to Nashville are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Seattle to Nashville

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

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines and SEA

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and 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 Seattle to Nashville flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$199
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Seattle to Nashville

When to book flights from Seattle to Nashville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Seattle to Nashville based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Seattle to Nashville: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Seattle to Nashville 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2024
Fill or buy a bottle with screw on cap with water for flight. If you have to get up and down it can be placed behind the seat in of you.
BrentFlew with Alaska Airlines-May 2024
Seattle is a cluster, too. You have to enter at one end of the terminal to check bags, walk to the other end of the terminal for non-Pre-TSA security checks, then back again to the starting end fir the boarding gates.

Your Seattle 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 Seattle to Nashville?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 9:06 am and lands at 1:29 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:19 pm and lands at 3:42 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 23m.

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Seattle to Nashville:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Seattle to Nashville?

    A nonstop flight from Seattle to Nashville takes 4h 23m, covering 1,972 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Seattle to Nashville range from $330 to $562, with an average of $433 over the past 12 months. Anything below $330 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Seattle to Nashville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 64% above the $433 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $196 round-trip via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX), compared to $441 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 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 Seattle to Nashville?

    The Boeing 737 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Seattle to Nashville flights, with 66% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 34%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Seattle 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 $291 to $1,348. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Seattle to Nashville flights:

    • Alaska Airlines
    • Delta

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

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

    One-way fares from Seattle to Nashville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $206, which is 33% 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
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Seattle to Nashville usually depart from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and arrive at Nashville Intl (BNA).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Seattle to Nashville. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $410 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $499, a difference of $89.

    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 Seattle to Nashville?

    2 airlines operate flights between Seattle and Nashville. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Alaska Airlines
    • Delta

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

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 52m, compared with 7h 04m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 7h 38m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Seattle and Nashville?

    Nashville is 2 hours ahead of Seattle (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 Seattle to Nashville flights?

    Among airlines operating Seattle to Nashville flights:

    • Alaska Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers free seat selection
    • 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 Seattle to Nashville flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

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

  • What type of entertainment is offered at the Seattle-Tacoma Airport (SEA) and the Nashville Airport (BNA)?

    The Nashville Airport (BNA) showcases live musical acts in several places around the airport including the C/D Concourse and the A/B Rotunda. You might be able to catch a jazz, country, Latin, or rock concert while you're waiting on your plane to take you back to Seattle. At the Sea-Tac Airport, there is also live music on various stages in the terminals. These concerts feature folk, country, bluegrass, and rhythm and blues artists.

  • What restaurants are at these airports?

    At the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), there is a McDonald's, a Subway, a Mi Casa Cantina, and a Rel’Lish Burger Lounge. Once you've landed at the Nashville Airport, you can eat at popular Nashville restaurants like 400 Degrees and the Bar-B-Cutie SmokeHouse. There is also a tapas restaurant, a pizzeria, and a Mediterranean restaurant at the Nashville Airport (BNA).

  • Where can I park my car at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)?

    There are numerous parking options for passengers flying out of Sea-Tac. You'll be very close to the terminal if you park in the airport garage. If you want to save money, you can park in one of the economy lots about a mile from the airport. Economy lots provide a complimentary shuttle to the airport.

  • What lounges are at the Seattle Airport (SEA) and the Nashville Airport (BNA)?

    While waiting on your plane to leave the Seattle Airport, you can relax in the American Express, Alaska, United, or the Delta Sky Club lounge. The Nashville Airport (BNA) also has a few lounges for passengers to enjoy including its American Airlines and Delta Sky Club lounges.

Your guide to booking Seattle 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 $410, about $89 less than Sunday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 51% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Seattle to Nashville trip for April. Fares historically average $322 round-trip in that month - typically $210 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport (PHX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $196 round-trip on this route - about $245 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
  • The Nashville Airport (BNA) is just 20min from downtown Nashville. If you need a ride from the airport, taxis, shuttles, and buses pick up passengers in the Ground Transportation Center of the airport on Level 1.
  • Several nonstop flights are available from the Seattle/Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to the Nashville International Airport (BNA). However, some airlines require that you switch planes and have a stopover along the flight route. Some airports that you might visit on your travels include Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis/Saint Paul, and Atlanta.
  • To save money on parking fees, you can take public transportation to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). The King County Metro Bus makes stops at the airport daily. Sound Transit, a light rail system in Seattle, also serves the airport and neighborhoods throughout Seattle.
  • Getting around Nashville can be made easy with a rental car. At the Nashville International Airport (BNA), you can rent a car from Avis, Dollar, Hertz, and Thrifty, just to name a few. For convenience, the rental car center is in the Arrival Hall close to baggage claim.
  • You can rent luggage trolleys at both the Nashville Airport (BNA) and the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. At the Seattle Airport, they are in the baggage claim area close to the baggage carousel. If you're looking for a luggage cart at the Nashville Airport (BNA), you can rent one on the ticketing level or at baggage claim.

Prefer to fly direct from Seattle to Nashville?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport to Nashville Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Nashville Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Nashville Intl to Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,Delta

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