How much is a taxi from BNA to downtown Nashville?

Taxi fares: $30 flat fare to downtown, plus $2 for each extra passenger. The ride takes 15–25 min depending on traffic.

How far is BNA from downtown Nashville?

About 8 miles, or 15–25 min by taxi.

Which airlines fly from BNA?

Airlines at BNA include Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Frontier Airlines, Allegiant Air, Sun Country Airlines, Avelo Airlines, Air Canada, WestJet, Porter Airlines, Viva Aerobus, Volaris, British Airways, Aer Lingus and Icelandair. It's not a complete list: smaller and seasonal airlines come and go, so check the airport's flight board for your route.

Can I leave BNA on a layover?

Yes, if you have at least 3 h: that covers getting out of the airport, the round trip to downtown Nashville, an hour there and getting back through security.

Are there lounges at BNA?

American Admirals Club (Concourse C); Delta Sky Club.

Is there a hotel at BNA?

Hilton BNA Nashville Airport Terminal, connected to the terminal by a covered bridge.

How long do I need to connect at BNA?

We recommend at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal, and more for a terminal change or after an international arrival. Our BNA connection guide breaks it down step by step.

Where is the cheapest parking at BNA?

Economy lots with shuttles, the cheapest. Rates change with demand, so check and book ahead on the airport's site.

Where do international flights arrive at BNA?

Arriving from abroad, you clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), collect your checked bags, drop them at the recheck belt and go through TSA security again before your connection. International arrivals are processed in Concourse T.

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Nashville · airport guide

Nashville Airport guide

Nashville International Airport has one terminal with Concourses B, C and D and the international Concourse T. The quickest way from BNA to downtown Nashville is the WeGo Route 18 bus (about 25 minutes, $2).

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Transit to downtown Nashville

25 min

WeGo Route 18 bus, $2

Taxi

15–25 min

$30 flat fare to downtown, plus $2 for each extra passenger

Connecting here

50 min

Domestic to domestic, same terminal

Leave on a layover

3 h+

Layover you need to visit the city

Quick answer

The quickest way from BNA to downtown Nashville is the WeGo Route 18 bus (about 25 minutes, $2). Connecting here, allow at least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal. Airlines here include Southwest, American, Delta, United and Alaska.

Terminals: One terminal with Concourses B, C and D and the international Concourse T
Taxi: 15–25 min, $30 flat fare to downtown, plus $2 for each extra passenger
Distance: About 8 miles to downtown Nashville
Connecting: At least 50 min for a domestic connection in the same terminal
Lounges: American Admirals Club (Concourse C); Delta Sky Club
Hotel: Hilton BNA Nashville Airport Terminal, connected to the terminal by a covered bridge

Getting from BNA to downtown Nashville

Fares are one way and approximate; check the operator before you travel.

WeGo Route 18 busto WeGo Central, downtownabout 25 min$2
Taxi or rideshare15–25 min$30 flat fare to downtown, plus $2 for each extra passenger

Inside BNA

Terminals and connections

One terminal: Concourses B, C and D and the international Concourse T are all reached from the central checkpoints, so connections are a walk between gates. Concourse A is closed for rebuilding and due to reopen in 2028.

How long a layover you need at BNA

Lounges

•American Admirals Club (Concourse C)
•Delta Sky Club

Sleep, showers and hotels

•Hilton BNA Nashville Airport Terminal, connected to the terminal by a covered bridge

Parking at BNA

•Economy lots with shuttles, the cheapest
•Terminal garages, a walk from check-in

Rates change with demand and booking ahead is usually cheaper: check BNA's official site.

BNA tips

•Southwest, BNA's biggest airline, flies from Concourse C.
•With Concourse A closed until 2028, check your gate rather than going by an old boarding pass.

Can you leave BNA on a layover?

With at least 3 h between flights, yes. Here's where the time goes.

Off the plane and out of the airport20 min
To downtown Nashville and back, the fastest way30 min
Time in town worth the trip1 h
Back through security to your gate1 h
Layover you need3 h

Keep your bags checked through and carry your boarding pass for the next flight. On a long layover, a hotel day room or lounge can be a better use of the time than a rushed trip into town.

Airlines at BNA

Major airlines that fly from BNA (not a complete list). Check the bag rules before you pack.

Southwest Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
American Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Delta Air Lines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
United Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Alaska Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
JetBlue Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Frontier Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Allegiant Air Carry-on 22 × 16 × 10 in Bag fees
Sun Country Airlines Carry-on 24 × 16 × 11 in Bag fees
Avelo Airlines Carry-on 22 × 14 × 9 in Bag fees
Air Canada Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm Bag fees
WestJet Carry-on 53 × 38 × 23 cm Bag fees
Porter Airlines Carry-on 55 × 40 × 23 cm
Viva Aerobus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
Volaris Carry-on 55 × 40 × 25 cm Bag fees
British Airways Carry-on 56 × 45 × 25 cm Bag fees
Aer Lingus Carry-on 55 × 40 × 24 cm Bag fees
Icelandair Carry-on 55 × 40 × 20 cm Bag fees

BNA airport FAQ

The quickest option is the WeGo Route 18 bus to WeGo Central, downtown: about 25 minutes for $2. A taxi takes 15–25 min ($30 flat fare to downtown, plus $2 for each extra passenger).

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