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Cheap Flights from Nashville to Los Angeles

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nashville to Los Angeles? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.R 938 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Sat, 18 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 938, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,243 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Nashville on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,243, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,251 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,251, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,251 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,251, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,390 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Nashville on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,390, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,591 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Nashville on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,591, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,710 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Nashville on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,710, select.
Los Angeles.R 1,710 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Nashville on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,710, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Los Angeles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nashville to Los Angeles flights are currently cheapest in October.
Sep
from R 1,251
Oct
from R 938
Nov
from R 1,251
Dec
from R 1,390
Jan
from R 1,243
Feb
from R 1,591
Mar
from R 2,375
Apr
from R 3,647
May
from R 4,186
Jun
from R 4,328
Jul
from R 4,333
Aug
from R 4,333

Direct flights from Nashville to Los Angeles

Alternative Nashville to Los Angeles routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Nashville to Los Angeles? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Nashville to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 938
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time4 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week122

Finding cheap flights from Nashville to Los Angeles: Frequently asked questions

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.
The best price we found for a return flight from Nashville to Los Angeles is R 2,190. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from Nashville to Los Angeles.
Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from Nashville to Los Angeles.
As of September 2025, there are 122 flights per week flying from Nashville to Los Angeles.
The cheapest month to fly from Nashville to Los Angeles is usually October.
If you're flying from Nashville Airport, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the centre of Los Angeles. We've found flights into this airport from R 2,190.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Nashville Airport to Los Angeles on Saturday, 18 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In September, the average temperature is usually around 23°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles.

Flying from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Los Angeles: what you need to know

  • Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 5 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct flight from Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles.

  • The timezone in Los Angeles is UTC-7. The city is two hours behind Nashville, where Nashville International Airport is located.

  • The most popular route is from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take your pick of 35 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from BNA to LAX is the 05:30 Southwest Airlines service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 22:30 with Southwest Airlines.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your BNA to Los Angeles flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Direct Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles tickets are available for booking. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is where you'll arrive.

  • Well-known airlines that offer direct flights from Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles include:

  • Located around 10 kilometres from central Nashville, BNA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near BNA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels have you covered:

  • 80.21% of flights departing from Nashville International Airport land at their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time stats, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from BNA.

  • The address for BNA is One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Los Angeles

  • R 938 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 2,190. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from BNA to Los Angeles.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.

  • Save time searching for cheap flights from BNA to Los Angeles by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles takes around 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 32 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:

  • Go where the road takes you with a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and venture far and wide through Los Angeles and beyond.

  • For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from BNA to Los Angeles.

  • The street address for LAX is One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

  • Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. Once you've hopped off your flight from Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

  • The trip will take about 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to VNY. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your BNA to Los Angeles flight:

  • Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or long cab lines. Pick up a Van Nuys Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Compare rates and availability from Budget, Dollar and Hertz.

  • Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from VNY ahead of time so you can simply pick up the keys and get on your way.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

  • Plan your trip to Los Angeles during high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.

  • Lock in a Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BNA to Los Angeles in February when temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about Los Angeles

  • Start your Los Angeles trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Nashville International Airport to Los Angeles, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • The Broad and Griffith Observatory are just two of the major attractions to put on your Los Angeles to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • If you're looking to explore another major destination in United States, consider San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Nashville to Los Angeles

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