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Nashville.$153 per passenger.Departing Thu, 2 Oct, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 2 Oct, arriving in Nashville.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Nashville.$153 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Nashville.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Nashville.$153 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct, returning Tue, 11 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Nashville.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Nashville.$153 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul, returning Sun, 13 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Nashville.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Nashville.$153 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 6 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Nashville.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Mon, 6 Oct, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Nashville.$153 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Nashville.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Nashville.$153 per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Fri, 5 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Nashville.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.
Nashville.$153 per passenger.Departing Thu, 31 Jul, returning Thu, 7 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from New Orleans Louis Armstrong on Thu, 31 Jul, arriving in Nashville.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in New Orleans Louis Armstrong.Price includes taxes and charges.From $153, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Nashville

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Nashville flights are currently cheapest in July.
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New Orleans to Nashville: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$153
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 33 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week34

Finding cheap flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Nashville: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Nashville is $153. 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 33 minutes is the average flight time from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Nashville.
Southwest Airlines and Spirit Airlines fly direct from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Nashville.
As of June 2025, there are 34 flights per week flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Nashville.
The cheapest month to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong to Nashville is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Nashville Airport on Thursday, 2 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 33 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 Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Nashville International Airport (BNA): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville International Airport.

  • New Orleans and Nashville are both in the UTC-5 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • Flights from MSY to BNA start at 05:10 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last service of the day is at 18:25 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can choose from 17 weekly Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville International Airport flights.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your MSY to BNA flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as October? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Travelling to Nashville (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville International Airport.

  • Southwest Airlines has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • Southwest Airlines tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for MSY to BNA flights, with 86.54% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between MSY and BNA include:

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Dallas Love Field Airport

    • George Bush Intercontinental Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Nashville International Airport (BNA)

  • $76 is the lowest price for a one-way Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville International Airport flight. Return flights start from $153. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • Get cheap tickets from MSY to BNA by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MSY to BNA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville International Airport.

Handy information about Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)

  • MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.

  • 81.19% of flights leaving Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when flying out of MSY.

  • Central New Orleans to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport is around 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near MSY. Whether you have an early flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Nashville International Airport (BNA)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BNA instead:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Nashville International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Nashville and beyond.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Nashville International Airport about one week before travelling.

Getting from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to central Nashville

  • You'll find BNA at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.

  • Nashville International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Nashville. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

  • It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Nashville International Airport (BNA)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Nashville. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Nashville is July, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from MSY to BNA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • Indianapolis is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Nashville. Around 402 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in United States, consider Memphis, roughly 322 kilometres west of Nashville. Beale Street, National Civil Rights Museum and Sun Studio are highlights.

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