Nashville from Austin, Oct 30–Nov 1: $340 per person, round trip
The verdict
Our verdict
Worth it, if
- $118 per person below the typical fare on this route
- Lowest in 30 days on this route
- Typical highs 62–65°F, lows near 47°F this time of year
The catch: Not nonstop: a stop on the way, 7h 50m in all.
Worth it if you want to walk, eat and see things; skip it if you want to switch off.
Round-trip flights on Frontier from Austin to Nashville cost $340 per person for Oct 30–Nov 1, 2026 when we checked, $118 below the typical fare on this route. Prices move; every link below shows the live price.
The total, before you go
$680 for two · 2 nights · flights, taxes & fees
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two, round trip | $680 |
| The total, before you go | $680 |
| A checked bag each, round trip (not in the total) | about $240 |
$118 per person below the typical fare on this route.
Not in it: seat picks on basic fares and a checked bag (about $60 each way per bag on Frontier, $240 for two round trip). Prices are what we found at the time shown; the booking site’s checkout is the binding one.
The flight
$340 per person, round trip
$680 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 7h 50m
Out Fri, Oct 30, 11:51 AM – Fri, Oct 30, 7:41 PM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $340 | 1 stop | 7h 50m |
| Southwest | $469 | nonstop | 2h 10m |
| Frontier | $340 | 1 stop | 7h 48m |
Prices checked Oct 15, 2026, 11:03 PM CDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Why Nashville
Why we picked it: Nashville is the best value we priced for the weekend: $340 round trip, 26% under the typical price.
Nashville is Music City, where live bands play from noon in the Broadway honky-tonks and hot chicken, songwriter rounds and bachelorette parties fill the weekends.
Weather in Nashville, Oct 30–Nov 1
Typical highs 62–65°F, lows near 47°F this time of year
| Day | Typical high | Typical low | Typical weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 30 | 65 °F | 51 °F | Overcast |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 65 °F | 48 °F | Overcast |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 62 °F | 43 °F | Overcast |
Weather data by Open-Meteo.com · averages, not a forecast
Where to stay in Nashville
All hotels in Nashville for these dates
Where in Nashville
- Downtown / Lower Broadway: Honky-tonks, the Ryman and the Country Music Hall of Fame on foot.
- The Gulch: New hotels, rooftop bars and murals a short walk from Broadway.
- Midtown / Music Row: Quieter base near Vanderbilt and the recording studios.
- East Nashville: Local music bars, vintage shops and hot chicken joints.
- 12 South: Boutique neighbourhood with cafes and the Draper James shop.
What to do in Nashville
Signature experiences
- Bar-hop the honky-tonks of Lower Broadway
- Catch a show at the Ryman Auditorium or the Grand Ole Opry
- Eat Nashville hot chicken at Prince's or Hattie B's
- Hear a songwriter round at the Bluebird Cafe
- Tour the Country Music Hall of Fame
- Walk the replica Parthenon in Centennial Park
Tours and tickets in Nashville
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Austin | Austin-Bergstrom International (AUS) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Nashville | Nashville International (BNA) |
| Flight time | 7h 50m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 752 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Nashville costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $680 |
| Hotel, 2 nights | $0 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,200 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Austin to Nashville
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $340 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $340 (Oct 16, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $458 |
| Price checks | 6 |
Good to know
- Passport: no passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Nashville.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
Questions readers ask
How much does 2 nights in Nashville from Austin cost?
About $1,200 for two: $680 in flights, $0 for the hotel and $520 for food, getting around and tickets.
What is the weather like in Nashville Oct 30–Nov 1?
Typical highs 62–65°F, lows near 47°F this time of year
Do I need a passport for Nashville?
No. No passport needed for travelers from the United States: a government photo ID is enough for Nashville.
How long is the flight from Austin to Nashville?
7h 50m with 1 stop on Frontier, on the fare we found.
Is $340 a good price for Austin to Nashville?
It is 26% below the typical $458 per person we see on this route, which is why it made the list.
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