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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 331
Typical prices: C$ 342-C$ 597
Southwest
Sun 11/2Sun 11/2
BNA - PHL • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 166
Typical prices: C$ 227-C$ 435
Southwest
Mon 15/1
BNA - PHL • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines, Southwest, and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 06m
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 45% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 273 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Nashville to Philadelphia (BNA-PHL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Nashville to Philadelphia

Thu, 11 Feb - Thu, 11 Feb
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2:30 p.m. - 5:35 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-PHL Philadelphia
2h 05mdirect
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8:40 p.m. - 9:50 p.m.PHL  Philadelphia-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 10mdirect
C$ 331Southwest
3+ days ago
Mon, 14 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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5:40 a.m. - 11:05 a.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-PHL Philadelphia
4h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:35 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.PHL  Philadelphia-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 25mdirect
C$ 345Southwest
3+ days ago
Sat, 12 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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10:45 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-PHL Philadelphia
8h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lambert-St Louis
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5:35 a.m. - 7:00 a.m.PHL  Philadelphia-BNA Nashville Intl
2h 25mdirect
C$ 352Southwest
2 days ago
Fri, 18 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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6:00 a.m. - 11:37 a.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-PHL Philadelphia
4h 37m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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12:55 p.m. - 6:19 p.m.PHL  Philadelphia-BNA Nashville Intl
6h 24m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 359Delta
7 hours ago
Sat, 12 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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6:35 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-PHL Philadelphia
6h 10m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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6:00 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.PHL  Philadelphia-BNA Nashville Intl
9h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
C$ 366Southwest
2 days ago
Sat, 12 Dec - Tue, 15 Dec
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10:45 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-PHL Philadelphia
8h 30m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Lambert-St Louis
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6:00 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.PHL  Philadelphia-BNA Nashville Intl
9h 10m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
C$ 373Southwest
2 days ago
Thu, 17 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan
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10:20 a.m. - 10:20 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-PHL Philadelphia
11h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Chicago Midway
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1:50 p.m. - 9:05 p.m.PHL  Philadelphia-BNA Nashville Intl
8h 15m1 stop Orlando
C$ 375Southwest
2 days ago
Thu, 17 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan
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10:20 a.m. - 10:20 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-PHL Philadelphia
11h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Chicago Midway
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11:35 a.m. - 7:55 p.m.PHL  Philadelphia-BNA Nashville Intl
9h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Dallas Love Field
C$ 382Southwest
2 days ago
Fri, 8 Jan - Mon, 11 Jan
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6:30 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-PHL Philadelphia
8h 50m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
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5:25 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.PHL  Philadelphia-BNA Nashville Intl
4h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
C$ 392Southwest
1 day ago
Fri, 8 Jan - Mon, 11 Jan
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6:30 a.m. - 4:20 p.m.BNA  Nashville Intl-PHL Philadelphia
8h 50m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
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2:15 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.PHL  Philadelphia-BNA Nashville Intl
7h 55m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
C$ 399Southwest
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Nashville to Philadelphia 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 round-trip flight from Nashville to Philadelphia?

Round-trip flights from Nashville to Philadelphia typically range from C$ 342 to C$ 597. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 331, on Southwest.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Nashville to Philadelphia. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 15% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Philadelphia at C$ 257 round-trip.
•July (C$ 575) and September (C$ 548) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 123% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Nashville to Philadelphia the cheapest?

Flights from Nashville to Philadelphia are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Nashville to Philadelphia flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

C$ 166
Beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 33% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Nashville to Philadelphia

When to book flights from Nashville to Philadelphia

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:00 am and lands at 7:06 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:10 pm and lands at 11:16 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 06m.

  • How long does a flight from Nashville to Philadelphia take?

    A direct flight from Nashville to Philadelphia takes 2h 06m, covering 1,745 km.

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

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

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

    Round-trip flights from Nashville to Philadelphia range from C$ 342 to C$ 597, with an average of C$ 468 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 342 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 42% above the C$ 468 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 273 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to C$ 477 for direct.

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

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

    • American Airlines: 85% on time
    • Southwest: 75% on time
    • Frontier: 75% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 63–C$ 140 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 Philadelphia?

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

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Nashville to Philadelphia flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 29%, Evening flights for 28%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Nashville to Philadelphia 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$ 331 to C$ 3,304. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

    • American Airlines
    • 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.

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

    One-way fares from Nashville to Philadelphia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 215, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Philadelphia Airport (PHL)?

    Philadelphia Airport (PHL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 98 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Payless
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Nashville to Philadelphia usually depart from Nashville Intl (BNA) and arrive at Philadelphia (PHL).

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

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

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

    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 Nashville to Philadelphia route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 08m.

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

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

    • Orlando (MCO) – 50% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 14% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from Nashville to Philadelphia. Friday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 427 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 540, a difference of C$ 113.

    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 Philadelphia?

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

    • American Airlines
    • Southwest
    • Frontier

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

    Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 17m, compared with 4h 58m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 6h 28m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Nashville and Philadelphia?

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

  • Which popular places can I visit in Philadelphia?

    Some of the most popular sights in Philadelphia are Philadelphia Stadium, Philadelphia Convention Center, and Mutter Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Philadelphia on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Nashville to Philadelphia flights:

    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: 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 Philadelphia flights?

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

    • 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
    • Frontier: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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 Philadelphia 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 Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average C$ 427, about C$ 113 less than Sunday fares (21% 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 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Nashville to Philadelphia trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 257 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 317 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with American Airlines. Over the past three months, 85% of American Airlines flights from Nashville to Philadelphia arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 81%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 08m, 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 Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 273 round-trip on this route – about C$ 204 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 Philadelphia Airport.

    • Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport
    • Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport
    • Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Nashville to Philadelphia?

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

Direct departures

Nashville Intl to Philadelphia

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

Philadelphia to Nashville Intl

Monday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

Friday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Frontier,Southwest

American Airlines,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Southwest

American Airlines,Southwest

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