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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 253
Typical prices: C$ 284-C$ 546
Southwest
Wed 7/11Sat 10/11
DTW - BNA • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 253
Typical prices: C$ 282-C$ 553
Southwest
Wed 14/11Sat 17/11
DTW - BNA • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Delta and Southwest. Average duration is 1h 43m
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When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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December
Cheapest • 31% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 301 (round-trip)
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Shortest trip • 4h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Nashville (DTW-BNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Nashville

Sat, 14 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
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10:50 a.m. - 11:35 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 45mdirect
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10:45 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 35mdirect
C$ 253Southwest
Sat, 7 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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6:10 a.m. - 7:10 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 00mdirect
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3:20 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 40mdirect
C$ 253Southwest
Wed, 11 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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5:20 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:18 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 42mdirect
C$ 257Delta
Thu, 22 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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12:32 p.m. - 4:10 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:10 a.m. - 8:49 a.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 39mdirect
C$ 260Delta
Mon, 12 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct
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6:35 a.m. - 7:10 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 35mdirect
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2:25 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
C$ 260Southwest
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Delta Logo
9:57 p.m. - 10:38 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 41mdirect
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5:20 a.m. - 10:27 a.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 260Delta
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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7:05 p.m. - 7:40 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNA Nashville Intl
1h 35mdirect
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5:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 30m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
C$ 264Southwest
Tue, 20 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
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7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:39 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 20m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 271United Airlines
Wed, 21 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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4:59 p.m. - 10:14 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 15m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:48 a.m. - 4:19 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 31m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
C$ 287American Airlines
Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
United Airlines Logo
5:30 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:00 p.m. - 10:15 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 15m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 288United Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville start at C$ 253. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 284 to C$ 546. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 253 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville and is 17% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville at C$ 284 round-trip.
  • June (C$ 488) and July (C$ 454) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 72% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville are cheapest 7 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.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Nashville

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

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

C$ 122
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 26% lower on average.
Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville

When to book flights from Detroit to Nashville

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville flights:

    • Southwest: 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 are available on the route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

    2 airlines operate flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Nashville. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Southwest

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Nashville Intl (BNA).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville flights?

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

    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in First Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 301 round-trip via New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK), compared to C$ 412 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 49–C$ 125 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 14% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

    On the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 24%. Saturday is the cheapest day at C$ 341 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 444 – a C$ 103 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 29%, Evening flights for 14%, and Night flights for 14%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Nashville?

    Some of the most popular sights in Nashville are Ryman Auditorium, Nissan Stadium, and Music City Center. These are among the most viewed places in Nashville on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:35 am and lands at 7:18 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:59 pm and lands at 11:42 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 43m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 63% above the route average of C$ 410. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville take?

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville takes 1h 43m, covering 1,185 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 C$ 253 to C$ 1,169. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 134, which is 49% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 14m, compared with 4h 22m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 03m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Nashville?

    Nashville is 1 hour behind Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Nashville Intl Airport (BNA)?

    Nashville Intl Airport (BNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 34 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville range from C$ 284 to C$ 546, with an average of C$ 410 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 284 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville flights:

    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue

    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.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 341 – about C$ 103 less than Monday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville trip for December. Fares historically average C$ 284 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 205 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 301 round-trip on this route – about C$ 111 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.
    - Sheraton Music City Nashville Airport
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport
    - Sonesta Nashville Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Nashville?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Nashville Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Nashville Intl

Monday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Wednesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Thursday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Friday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Saturday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Sunday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

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Direct returns

Nashville Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Tuesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Wednesday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Thursday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Friday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Saturday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

Sunday

Delta,Southwest

Delta,Southwest

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