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Cheapest return flight
£230
Typical prices: £283-£409
Delta
Wed 5/12Sat 15/12
LAX - BNA • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£123
Typical prices: £152-£265
United Airlines
Wed 21/11
LAX - BNA • 1 stop
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Average duration is 3h 58m
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Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £201 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 46m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Nashville (LAX-BNA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to Nashville

Sat, 5 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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15:00 - 20:55LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 55mdirect
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07:05 - 09:50BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 45mdirect
£230Delta
Sat, 5 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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11:03 - 22:19LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
9h 16m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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14:42 - 23:06BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
10h 24m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
£233JetBlue
Thu, 19 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Southwest Logo
14:45 - 23:35LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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22:50 - 01:30BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 40mdirect
£238Southwest
Fri, 20 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Delta Logo
17:59 - 23:52LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 53mdirect
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07:10 - 09:50BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 40mdirect
£245Delta
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Southwest Logo
11:40 - 17:35LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 55mdirect
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05:50 - 10:25BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
6h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
£253Southwest
Sat, 5 Dec - Thu, 10 Dec
Delta Logo
08:30 - 14:31LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 01mdirect
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11:08 - 20:25BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
11h 17m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
£253Delta
Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Delta Logo
17:59 - 23:56LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 57mdirect
Delta Logo
18:38 - 21:25BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 47mdirect
£256Delta
Sat, 5 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
JetBlue Logo
11:03 - 22:19LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
9h 16m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
JetBlue Logo
14:42 - 23:06BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
10h 24m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
£258JetBlue
Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
Delta Logo
12:10 - 18:07LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 57mdirect
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19:17 - 22:05BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 48mdirect
£260Delta
Sat, 5 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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15:00 - 20:55LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 55mdirect
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07:37 - 17:28BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
11h 51m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
£261Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Los Angeles 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 return flight from Los Angeles to Nashville?

Return flights from Los Angeles to Nashville typically range from £283 to £409. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £230 on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Nashville. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 14% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Nashville?

•December is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Nashville at £283 return.
•June (£363) and March (£356) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Los Angeles to Nashville the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Nashville are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Los Angeles to Nashville flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£123
Beat the crowds with an average 39% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Nashville

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Nashville

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Nashville?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 05:05 and lands at 09:03
    • Latest: departs at 23:52 and lands at 03:50.

    The flight takes about 3h 58m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Nashville?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Nashville.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Nashville?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Nashville takes 3h 58m, covering 1,792 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Nashville?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Nashville flight?

    Return flights from Los Angeles to Nashville range from £283 to £409, with an average of £338 over the past 12 months. Anything below £283 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Nashville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the £338 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Los Angeles to Nashville?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £201 return via Portland (PDX), compared with £344 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Los Angeles to Nashville?

    Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Southwest has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Los Angeles to Nashville flights are:

    • Delta: 92% on time
    • Southwest: 87% on time
    • American Airlines: 81% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Nashville?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £26–£75 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 Los Angeles to Nashville?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Nashville flights, with 51% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 17%, Evening flights for 16%, and Night flights for 16%.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Nashville changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £230 to £1,595. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Nashville flights:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines
    • JetBlue
    • Alaska Airlines

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

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

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Nashville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £144, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Nashville Intl Airport (BNA)?

    Nashville Intl Airport (BNA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £54 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Los Angeles to Nashville usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Los Angeles to Nashville?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Los Angeles to Nashville?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Nashville route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 3h 19m.

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 41% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) – 7% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) – 5% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Los Angeles to Nashville. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at £304 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £388, a difference of £84.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Nashville?

    3 airlines operate flights between Los Angeles and Nashville. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Southwest
    • Delta
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Los Angeles to Nashville?

    Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 6h 46m, compared to 6h 54m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 7h 10m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Nashville?

    Nashville is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (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 Music City Center, Grand Ole Opry, and Nashville Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Nashville on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Nashville flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Nashville flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • Alaska Airlines: 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 Los Angeles 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
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

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

  • Where can I relax at Los Angeles International Airport?

    If you enjoy watching planes take off and land, head to the Observation Deck that is in the Central Terminal of Los Angeles International Airport. To pamper yourself with a beauty treatment, go to the Be Relax Spa that is in Terminal 1 and offers manicures, pedicures, facials, and massages.

  • Are there any designated smoking areas in Los Angeles International Airport?

    Although Los Angeles International Airport does not currently have any indoor smoking rooms, you can have a cigarette outside of both the Arrivals and Departures terminals. Look for areas that contain ashtrays and have signs saying "smoking allowed".

  • Where can I grab a bite to eat in Nashville International Airport?

    Berry Field Bistro is near Gate C2 of Nashville International Airport and serves a variety of meals made from local ingredients, while Fat Bottom Brewing is in the Concourse C food court and is known for their burgers and beers. La Hacienda is another popular choice that is in Concourse A and has a traditional Mexican menu.

  • What are some good hotels that are near Nashville International Airport?

    The Hilton Nashville Airport Hotel is a chic choice that is less than a 10m drive from Nashville International Airport and a 12m drive from the famous Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. To stay somewhere particularly affordable, select a room at the Best Western Plus Nashville Airport Hotel, which is only 1 mi from the airport and 8 mi from the Grand Ole Opry.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average £304, about £84 less than Sunday fares (22% 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 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Nashville trip for December. Fares historically average £283 return in that month – typically £79 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Delta. Over the past three months, 92% of Delta flights from Los Angeles to Nashville arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 88%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 3h 19m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Portland Airport (PDX) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £201 return on this route – about £143 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
    • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Nashville Air
  • Interested in nonstop flights from Los Angeles to Nashville? While Delta and American Airlines offer comfortable chairs with extra legroom, Southwest Airlines allows travelers to check up to two suitcases for free and provides complimentary snacks and drinks.
  • If you have some extra time before your flight from Los Angeles to Nashville departs, walk throughout Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to see the various permanent and rotating art exhibits. To learn more about the artists that are featured and get the exact locations of each installation, stop by one of the Visitor Information Desks.
  • For those who are going to Nashville for work, make sure to pay a visit to Marvin’s Shoe Shine in Terminals 1, 4, and 7 of Los Angeles International Airport. All travelers can have their shoes shined and cleaned for free, allowing you to look your best before your meeting, workshop, or conference.
  • To have a cigarette after your flight has landed at Nashville International Airport (BNA), go to one of the Graycliff Cigar Company stores that are in Concourses B and C and have indoor smoking rooms. Smoking is also allowed outside of the Arrivals terminal, as long as there are no airport signs prohibiting it.
  • If you need to relax after being cooped up in a plane, look for the massage chairs that are placed near the Terminals A/B and C/D checkpoints in Nashville International Airport. You can pay for the chairs with both coins and credit cards, and they run for 5m intervals.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Nashville?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to Nashville Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Nashville Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Nashville Intl to Los Angeles

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Southwest

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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