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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 413
Typical prices: C$ 464-C$ 723
Southwest
Sun 28/10Sat 3/11
LAX - BNA • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 422
Typical prices: C$ 493-C$ 740
Delta
Tue 23/10Sun 28/10
LAX - BNA • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Average duration is 3h 58m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 92% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 21% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg C$ 348 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Nashville (LAX-BNA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Nashville

Wed, 28 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
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5:00 a.m. - 2:15 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 15m2 stops Houston Hobby Jackson-Evers Intl
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10:35 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
7h 55m2 stops Birmingham Houston Hobby
C$ 413Southwest
Wed, 21 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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2:10 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 35m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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1:10 p.m. - 5:25 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
6h 15m1 stop Salt Lake City
C$ 417Southwest
Fri, 23 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
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5:59 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 56mdirect
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6:43 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 32mdirect
C$ 422Delta
Mon, 19 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
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11:05 p.m. - 5:00 a.m.LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 55mdirect
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10:55 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 35mdirect
C$ 424Southwest
Wed, 14 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
Delta Logo
6:40 a.m. - 12:37 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 57mdirect
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7:10 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 35mdirect
C$ 425Delta
Sat, 31 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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6:50 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 55mdirect
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10:50 p.m. - 1:25 a.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 35mdirect
C$ 428Southwest
Sat, 31 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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5:25 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 30m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Louisville Intl
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6:10 p.m. - 10:40 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
6h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
C$ 431Southwest
Sat, 7 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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5:00 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 25m2 stops Houston Hobby Jackson-Evers Intl
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6:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
8h 00m1 stop Dallas Love Field
C$ 432Southwest
Wed, 21 Oct - Mon, 26 Oct
Southwest Logo
2:10 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
5h 35m1 stop Dallas Love Field
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10:55 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
4h 35mdirect
C$ 435Southwest
Fri, 23 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
Delta Logo
5:59 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.LAX  Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl
3h 56mdirect
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12:40 p.m. - 5:18 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles
6h 38m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 436Delta
Booking Insights

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 from Los Angeles to Nashville with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Nashville?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Nashville start at C$ 413. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 464 to C$ 723. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 413 on Southwest.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Nashville and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Nashville at C$ 464 round-trip.
  • June (C$ 672) and March (C$ 670) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Nashville the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Nashville are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles 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 LAX 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.

Key details for Los Angeles to Nashville flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 185
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 21% lower on average.
Flights from Los Angeles to Nashville

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Nashville

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Your Los Angeles 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 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 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 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

  • 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).

  • 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 carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Southwest: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 Los Angeles to Nashville?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Nashville:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 348 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to C$ 607 for direct.

  • 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 C$ 49–C$ 139 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.

  • 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) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) – 5% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) – 3% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Los Angeles to Nashville route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 18%. Saturday is the cheapest day at C$ 545 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 660 – a C$ 115 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 3 months, with delays averaging 3 hours 19 minutes.

  • 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%.

  • 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 Los Angeles to Nashville?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 8:58 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:52 pm and lands at 3:50 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 58m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 27% above the route average of C$ 591. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Los Angeles to Nashville take?

    A direct flight from Los Angeles to Nashville takes 3h 58m, covering 4,641 km.

  • 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 a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles 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$ 413 to C$ 3,006. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 C$ 235, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Delta's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Los Angeles to Nashville flights?

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

    • Delta: 92% on time
    • Spirit Airlines: 90% on time
    • Southwest: 87% on time

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

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Los Angeles to Nashville?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 53m, compared with 7h 07m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 7h 28m 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 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 Los Angeles to Nashville flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Nashville range from C$ 464 to C$ 723, with an average of C$ 591 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 464 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

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 instead of Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 545 – about C$ 115 less than Sunday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% 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 October. Fares historically average C$ 464 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 208 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 92% of Delta flights from Los Angeles to Nashville arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 88%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 3 hours19 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 348 round-trip on this route – about C$ 259 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 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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