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Cheapest return flight
£146
Typical prices: £214-£332
Delta
Sat 24/11Mon 3/12
BNA - RDU • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£146
Typical prices: £218-£335
Delta
Sat 24/11Sat 1/12
BNA - RDU • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Southwest, American Airlines, and Delta. Average duration is 1h 36m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 10% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £135 (return)
Shortest trip • 3h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nashville to Raleigh (BNA-RDU)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Nashville to Raleigh

Tue, 24 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
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09:35 - 12:15BNA  Nashville Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 40mdirect
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17:28 - 18:32RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 04mdirect
£146Delta
Wed, 25 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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06:40 - 12:52BNA  Nashville Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
5h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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08:00 - 09:00RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 00mdirect
£154Delta
Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
Frontier Logo
20:24 - 17:50BNA  Nashville Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
20h 26m1 stop Orlando
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09:49 - 16:14RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 25m1 stop Philadelphia
£157Frontier
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 2 Dec
Southwest Logo
08:15 - 15:40BNA  Nashville Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
6h 25m2 stops Memphis Baltimore/Washington
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19:10 - 19:50RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 40mdirect
£157Southwest
Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov
Delta Logo
16:05 - 18:53BNA  Nashville Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 48mdirect
Delta Logo
08:00 - 08:52RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 52mdirect
£161Delta
Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Southwest Logo
19:05 - 21:40BNA  Nashville Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 35mdirect
Southwest Logo
05:55 - 06:45RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 50mdirect
£162Southwest
Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
United Airlines Logo
18:43 - 23:44BNA  Nashville Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 01m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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10:29 - 16:28RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 59m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
£165United Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
Delta Logo
07:00 - 12:52BNA  Nashville Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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17:28 - 18:32RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 04mdirect
£169Delta
Thu, 17 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
Southwest Logo
06:35 - 09:05BNA  Nashville Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
1h 30mdirect
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19:35 - 23:10RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 35m1 stop Chicago Midway
£169Southwest
Fri, 27 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
Delta Logo
07:00 - 12:52BNA  Nashville Intl-RDU Raleigh-Durham
4h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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06:10 - 09:52RDU  Raleigh-Durham-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
£176Delta
Booking Insights

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

Return flights from Nashville to Raleigh typically range from £214 to £332. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £146 on Delta.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nashville to Raleigh. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 26% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Raleigh?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Raleigh at £229 return.
•August (£361) and July (£304) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Nashville to Raleigh the cheapest?

Flights from Nashville to Raleigh are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Nashville to Raleigh flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£73
Beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 23% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Nashville to Raleigh

When to book flights from Nashville to Raleigh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Nashville to Raleigh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Nashville to Raleigh 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 Nashville to Raleigh?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 06:05 and lands at 07:41
    • Latest: departs at 21:30 and lands at 23:06.

    The flight takes about 1h 36m.

  • How long is a flight from Nashville to Raleigh?

    A direct flight from Nashville to Raleigh takes 1h 36m, covering 441 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Nashville to Raleigh?

    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 Nashville to Raleigh flight?

    Return flights from Nashville to Raleigh range from £214 to £332, with an average of £254 over the past 12 months. Anything below £214 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 51% above the £254 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £135 return via Denver Intl (DEN), compared with £259 for direct.

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

    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 Nashville to Raleigh?

    The Embraer 175 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Nashville to Raleigh flights, with 38% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 37%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Nashville to Raleigh 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 £146 to £825. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

    • American Airlines
    • Delta

    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 Nashville to Raleigh looking right now?

    One-way fares from Nashville to Raleigh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £94, which is 45% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU)?

    Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £45 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Budget

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

    Flights from Nashville to Raleigh usually depart from Nashville Intl (BNA) and arrive at Raleigh-Durham (RDU).

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

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

    • Orlando (MCO) – 65% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 9% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Nashville to Raleigh. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £233 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £322, a difference of £88.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Nashville to Raleigh?

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

    • Southwest
    • American Airlines
    • Delta

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

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 3h 32m, compared to 9h 15m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and 11h 09m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Nashville and Raleigh?

    Raleigh is 1 hour ahead of Nashville (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Raleigh?

    Lenovo Center is one of the most viewed places in Raleigh on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Nashville to Raleigh flights:

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

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

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

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

Your guide to booking Nashville to Raleigh 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average £233, about £88 less than Sunday fares (28% 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 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nashville to Raleigh trip for March. Fares historically average £229 return in that month – typically £132 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £135 return on this route – about £124 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 Raleigh-Durham Airport.

    • Hyatt House Raleigh / RDU / Brier Creek
    • Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Brier Creek
    • Aloft Raleigh-Durham Airport Brier Creek

Prefer to fly direct from Nashville to Raleigh?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Nashville Intl Airport to Raleigh-Durham Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Nashville Intl to Raleigh-Durham

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

Raleigh-Durham 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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