Cheap Flights from Kansas City to Nashville

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Flight deals from Kansas City International to Nashville

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kansas City International to Nashville? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kansas City International to Nashville

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kansas City International to Nashville flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Kansas City International to Nashville

Kansas City International to Nashville: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kansas City International to Nashville below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Nashville.

Kansas City to Nashville: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$214
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 34 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week30

Finding cheap flights from Kansas City International to Nashville: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kansas City International to Nashville is $215. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Kansas City International to Nashville.
Southwest Airlines and Spirit Airlines fly direct from Kansas City International to Nashville.
As of March 2025, there are 30 flights per week flying from Kansas City International to Nashville.
The cheapest month to fly from Kansas City International to Nashville is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kansas City International Airport to Nashville Airport on Friday, 9 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 34 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nashville but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nashville is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Nashville.

Travelling from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Nashville International Airport (BNA): what you need to know

  • On average, direct flights from Kansas City International Airport to Nashville International Airport take 1 hour 31 minutes. Nashville and Kansas City share the same timezone (UTC-5), which means you won't have to change your watch once you land.

  • Every week, there are 20 flights from Kansas City International Airport to Nashville International Airport. The first departure from MCI to BNA is at 07:00 and the latest is at 22:50.

  • Planning to travel during a peak period like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • To break up your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Nashville International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a city that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the MCI - BNA route include:

    • Chicago Midway International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Nashville International Airport (BNA)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Nashville International Airport is $140. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $214. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap flight tickets from MCI to BNA by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Kansas City International Airport to Nashville International Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from MCI to BNA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kansas City International Airport to Nashville International Airport.

Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)

  • Located around 32 kilometres from the centre of Kansas City, Kansas City International Airport can be reached in approximately 22 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 8 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to MCI? If you've booked an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Nashville International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Nashville International Airport (BNA)

Getting from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to central Nashville

  • Nashville International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Nashville. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 4 minutes.

When to fly to Nashville International Airport (BNA)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Nashville International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Nashville. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Nashville is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Kansas City International Airport to Nashville International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Look for cheap flight tickets from MCI to BNA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC and 11ºC on average.

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Complete your Nashville trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Nashville International Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Nashville stay.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.