Route guide · 472 miles
Cheap Flights from New Orleans to Nashville
MSY → BNA · Nonstop 1h 28m · Live round-trip fares
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Flight time
1h 28m
Nonstop, typical
Distance
472 mi
MSY → BNA
Book ahead
2–4 weeks
Best window, typically
Nonstop airlines
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Southwest Airlines
Nonstop flights from New Orleans to Nashville
Nonstop flights from New Orleans to Nashville are flown by Southwest Airlines. The 472-mile trip takes about 1h 28m gate to gate, and nonstops are usually cheapest when booked 2–4 weeks ahead.
Booking insights: New Orleans → Nashville
- Distance: 472 miles · nonstop flight time: 1h 28m.
- Fares tend to bottom out when you book about 2–4 weeks ahead — earlier than that rarely helps, later usually hurts.
- Midweek departures (Tue–Thu) are consistently cheaper than weekend flights.
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Flying from New Orleans to Nashville: what you need to know
The flight
At 472 miles, MSY to BNA is one of those quick up-and-down flights: roughly 1h 28m nonstop. There's no meal service to plan around — the decisions that matter here are departure time and which airport entrance traffic is kinder to you.
Airlines on this route
Southwest Airlines flies this route nonstop. That matters more than it sounds: the cheapest fare on one carrier is rarely the same product as the cheapest on another. Checked-bag fees, free seat selection and change rules all differ, so compare the full trip cost before you pick a winner. See our airline guides for exactly what each carrier charges — then send an enquiry and we'll confirm the all-in price for your dates.
Leaving from New Orleans (MSY)
Plan to be at the airport two hours before a domestic departure — ninety minutes can work at smaller airports outside peak times, but security lines are the one variable you can't control. If you're checking a bag, add time rather than cutting it close. Our New Orleans airport guide covers terminals, parking and ground transport so you can plan the trip to the airport, not just the flight.
Arriving in Nashville (BNA)
Before you land, know how you're getting from the airport to where you're staying — it's the part of the trip people forget to plan. The Nashville airport guide lays out your ground options, from transit and shuttles to rideshares and rental cars. Flying back the other way? Check Nashville to New Orleans fares — prices on the return direction often move on a different rhythm.
When to book
For a trip of 472 miles, booking 2–4 weeks ahead typically lands you in the sweet spot. Leave it to the final two weeks and prices usually climb as the cheapest seats sell out. If your dates are flexible, midweek departures are where the lower fares hide on most domestic routes.
Good to know before you go
- Basic economy fares often exclude checked bags and seat selection. Price the whole trip, not the headline fare.
- Get to the airport two hours before departure; security, not the flight, is the part that runs late.
- If you're traveling with only a carry-on, you can skip the bag-drop line entirely with mobile check-in.
- Download the airline's app before you fly; gate changes and delays show up there first.
- Nonstop time on this route is about 1h 28m — a one-stop itinerary needs to be a lot cheaper to be worth the extra hours.
New Orleans to Nashville flight FAQs
How long is the flight from MSY to BNA?
Nonstop flights from New Orleans to Nashville take about 1h 28m and cover roughly 472 miles. One-stop itineraries add 2–4 hours depending on the layover city.
Are there nonstop flights from New Orleans to Nashville?
Southwest Airlines typically operate nonstop flights from MSY to BNA. Nonstops are usually cheapest when booked 2–4 weeks ahead of departure.
What is the cheapest month to fly from New Orleans to Nashville?
Travelers usually find the gentlest prices away from peak periods — think post-holiday January and the early-fall weeks. Midweek dates inside those windows are cheaper still.
How much are last minute flights from MSY to BNA?
Book inside the final week and you'll usually pay a premium on MSY to BNA. Fares booked 2–4 weeks ahead are almost always kinder.
What is a good round-trip deal from New Orleans to Nashville?
A good deal is anything at or below the recent fares shown above. Set a free Airfare Deal alert and we'll ping you the moment fares drop.
Which airlines fly from New Orleans to Nashville?
You'll mainly see Southwest Airlines on New Orleans to Nashville. Checking each against the live fares below is the surest way to find the lowest price for your dates.
How early should I get to New Orleans airport for this flight?
Plan on two hours before departure for a domestic flight — ninety minutes can work at smaller airports outside peak times. If you're checking a bag, earlier is better; the bag-drop line, not the flight, is what runs late.
Do the cheapest fares on this route include a checked bag?
Usually not. Basic economy fares on most airlines include a carry-on but charge extra for checked bags, and seat selection can cost more too. Add up the real total before comparing — a slightly higher regular fare sometimes works out cheaper. Our team confirms the full breakdown with you before you pay.
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