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Cheap flights from Nashville to Sydney from $1,473

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — SYD
31 Jul — 7 Aug1
1 adult
Wed 31/7
Wed 7/8

Cheap flight deals from Nashville to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 26 July 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,473

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,428
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 23/10-6/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 19m total
  • Nashville to Sydney
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 32% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in July 2024

How far in advance should I book a flight from Nashville to Sydney?

To save on the cost of your flight from Nashville to Sydney, book at least 8 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 28% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $1,511 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $3,486.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, March can be a great choice for travel to Sydney. Flights to Sydney from Nashville in March are about $2,282 on average during March, but can be found for as low as $1,407.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BNA to SYD?

When flying from Nashville to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Nashville to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Nashville and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest United Airlines flights we've come across from Nashville to Sydney. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 17/916:55BNA - SYD
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 30/910:20SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,840
Sun 18/818:28BNA - SYD
1 stop21h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 25/810:20SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/7$1,841
Sun 19/118:36BNA - SYD
1 stop21h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 22/114:00SYD - BNA
2 stops24h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,846
Sat 18/118:36BNA - SYD
1 stop42h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 22/111:50SYD - BNA
1 stop21h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,857
Sat 18/118:36BNA - SYD
1 stop42h 44mUnited Airlines
Sun 26/112:10SYD - BNA
2 stops26h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,863
Sun 19/118:36BNA - SYD
1 stop21h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 23/112:10SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,916
Sun 19/112:45BNA - SYD
2 stops24h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 23/114:00SYD - BNA
1 stop20h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,922
Wed 4/1214:50BNA - SYD
1 stop23h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/114:00SYD - BNA
2 stops26h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,924
Sat 18/118:36BNA - SYD
1 stop42h 44mUnited Airlines
Sat 25/111:50SYD - BNA
1 stop21h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,933

Cheap American Airlines flights from Nashville to Sydney

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Nashville and Sydney. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest American Airlines flights we've found from Nashville to Sydney. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 23/1016:19BNA - SYD
1 stop22h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/1111:15SYD - BNA
1 stop21h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,814
Wed 4/916:15BNA - SYD
1 stop23h 50mAmerican Airlines
Wed 25/909:15SYD - BNA
2 stops26h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,820
Sun 18/813:33BNA - SYD
2 stops26h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sun 25/809:15SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/7$1,822
Mon 12/806:00BNA - SYD
1 stop34h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 19/809:15SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,831
Fri 15/1116:30BNA - SYD
1 stop23h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 26/1111:15SYD - BNA
1 stop21h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,890
Fri 15/1115:52BNA - SYD
2 stops24h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 26/1111:15SYD - BNA
1 stop21h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,896
Thu 31/1016:30BNA - SYD
1 stop24h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 14/1111:15SYD - BNA
1 stop21h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,967
Fri 23/815:28BNA - SYD
2 stops24h 37mAmerican Airlines
Fri 30/809:15SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,973
Fri 9/815:28BNA - SYD
2 stops24h 37mAmerican Airlines
Fri 16/809:15SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,974

Cheap Nashville to Sydney flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Nashville to Sydney specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 July 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Nashville to Sydney in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Fri 23/819:25BNA - SYD
2 stops44h 55mAir Canada
Fri 30/809:20SYD - BNA
2 stops39h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$1,764
Tue 30/715:56BNA - SYD
2 stops24h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/809:15SYD - BNA
1 stop19h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,820
Tue 30/718:28BNA - SYD
1 stop21h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/810:20SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,840
Tue 30/716:51BNA - SYD
2 stops23h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/810:20SYD - BNA
3 stops26h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,846
Fri 9/819:25BNA - SYD
2 stops44h 55mAir Canada
Fri 16/809:20SYD - BNA
2 stops39h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$1,898
Tue 30/714:53BNA - SYD
3 stops29h 52mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/813:15SYD - BNA
3 stops31h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,901
Fri 23/815:28BNA - SYD
2 stops24h 37mAmerican Airlines
Fri 30/809:15SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,973
Fri 9/815:28BNA - SYD
2 stops24h 37mAmerican Airlines
Fri 16/809:15SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,974
Fri 9/818:45BNA - SYD
1 stop21h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 16/810:20SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,993

Nashville to Sydney 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Nashville and Sydney in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Nashville to Sydney in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Wed 4/918:40BNA - SYD
2 stops45h 40mAir Canada
Wed 25/909:20SYD - BNA
2 stops39h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$1,603
Fri 15/1118:45BNA - SYD
2 stops45h 50mAir Canada
Tue 26/1111:20SYD - BNA
2 stops38h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$1,653
Tue 17/918:40BNA - SYD
2 stops45h 40mAir Canada
Mon 30/909:20SYD - BNA
2 stops39h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$1,657
Sun 10/1110:05BNA - SYD
2 stops30h 30mAir Canada
Sat 16/1111:20SYD - BNA
2 stops47h 24mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$1,669
Sun 13/1011:00BNA - SYD
2 stops29h 20mAir Canada
Sat 19/1010:20SYD - BNA
2 stops40h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 26/7$1,701
Sun 13/1011:00BNA - SYD
2 stops29h 20mAir Canada
Sat 19/1010:20SYD - BNA
3 stops40h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 26/7$1,710
Fri 23/819:25BNA - SYD
2 stops44h 55mAir Canada
Fri 30/809:20SYD - BNA
2 stops39h 42mAir Canada
Deal found 25/7$1,764
Tue 30/715:56BNA - SYD
2 stops24h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/809:15SYD - BNA
1 stop19h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,820
Tue 30/718:28BNA - SYD
1 stop21h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/810:20SYD - BNA
1 stop22h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,840

Nashville to Sydney flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Nashville to Sydney for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from Nashville to Sydney should consider booking one of these fares. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Thu 1/818:28BNA - SYD
1 stop21h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/810:20SYD - BNA
2 stops27h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$10,147
Thu 1/813:15BNA - SYD
2 stops26h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/810:20SYD - BNA
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$10,153
Thu 1/815:56BNA - SYD
3 stops25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/820:25SYD - BNA
2 stops29h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$22,927
Thu 1/815:56BNA - SYD
3 stops25h 14mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/808:05SYD - BNA
3 stops28h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$25,118

One-way flights to Sydney from Nashville

Search for one-way flight options from Nashville to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Nashville to Sydney. Those seeking round-trip flights from Nashville to Sydney should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Wed 31/721:26BNA - SYD
3 stops55h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,514
Wed 31/705:13BNA - SYD
2 stops47h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,545
Mon 23/1218:44BNA - SYD
1 stop20h 51mDelta
Deal found 25/7$1,589
Mon 23/1218:26BNA - SYD
2 stops43h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,621
Fri 17/111:05BNA - SYD
2 stops26h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/7$1,681
Mon 23/1218:26BNA - SYD
3 stops42h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,889
Wed 31/705:13BNA - SYD
1 stop35h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7$1,935
Fri 17/115:54BNA - SYD
1 stop22h 36mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/7$2,022
Fri 17/111:05BNA - SYD
3 stops29h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/7$2,277

Find flights from Nashville to Sydney within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Nashville to Sydney that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.

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$1,473 - $2,332

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Return

Price

Nashville IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

BNA - SYD

BNASYD

Nashville Intl

Wed 23/10

2 stops28h 25m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/11

2 stops38h 54m

$1,473

Nashville IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

BNA - SYD

BNASYD

Nashville Intl

Tue 17/9

2 stops29h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/9

2 stops39h 43m

$1,550

Nashville IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

BNA - SYD

BNASYD

Nashville Intl

Thu 31/10

2 stops30h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 14/11

2 stops47h 24m

$1,589

Nashville IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

BNA - SYD

BNASYD

Nashville Intl

Wed 23/10

1 stop22h 46m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 6/11

1 stop21h 57m

$1,814

Nashville IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

BNA - SYD

BNASYD

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/9

1 stop23h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/9

2 stops26h 38m

$1,820

Nashville IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

BNA - SYD

BNASYD

Nashville Intl

Tue 17/9

2 stops23h 00m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/9

1 stop22h 22m

$1,840

Nashville IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

BNA - SYD

BNASYD

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/9

1 stop24h 17m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/9

1 stop28h 49m

$1,852

Nashville IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

BNA - SYD

BNASYD

Nashville Intl

Tue 17/9

3 stops34h 50m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 30/9

3 stops30h 35m

$2,304

Nashville IntlSydney Kingsford Smith

BNA - SYD

BNASYD

Nashville Intl

Fri 17/1

1 stop21h 55m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/1

1 stop21h 42m

$2,332

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Nashville to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Nashville to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 23 July 2024.
Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Nashville to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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Best time to book a flight from Nashville to Sydney

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Temperature and rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SYD

Temperature

11 - 22 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Sydney. Reviews last updated 26 July 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Air Canada from Nashville to Sydney have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.2
Very Good
564 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

8.0
Very Good
9,630 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

7.6
Good
902 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

7.5
Good
2,182 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,447 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.3

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I travel frequently but it was my first JAL flight and it turned out to be a good experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Nashville to Sydney for under $1,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Nashville to Sydney for under $1,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Air Canada for just $1,473, but on average you can expect to pay $1,734.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Nashville to Sydney for under $10,200?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Nashville to Sydney within the next 7 days for less than $10,200.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Nashville to Sydney round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Nashville to Sydney is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,473 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $1,814 and $1,840 round-trip. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Nashville to Sydney one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $1,589. Users have also found prices from $1,621 and $2,022 on United Airlines and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • What does BNA to SYD mean?

    Nashville Intl Airport is BNA and Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport is SYD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nashville to Sydney that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Nashville to Sydney flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Nashville to Sydney with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Nashville to Sydney flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nashville to Sydney that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Nashville to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Nashville to Sydney?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Nashville to Sydney.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Nashville to Sydney?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Nashville to Sydney by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Nashville to Sydney that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Nashville to Sydney offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Nashville to Sydney?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Nashville to Sydney flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Nashville to Sydney flight deals updated?

    The Nashville to Sydney flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 26/7.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Nashville to Sydney?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Sydney (average of $127). Flying from Nashville to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $167). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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United AirlinesCheapest$2,420Average$2,729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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