Austin to Nashville (AUS–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AUS–BNA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 755 miles in approximately 1h 31m. Beyond nonstop, 205 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 44 | 737, 738, 7M8, B38M | 1h46-2h05 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AM | 26 | E75L, E7W | 1h59-2h29 | SkyTeam | AM |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nashville from Austin
| Metric | AUS→BNA | GRK→BNA | SAT→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AUS | – | 61 mi | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 84 | – | 22 |
| Flight time | 1h 31m | 23h 27m | 1h 42m |
| Departure OTP | 0% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
AUS: CDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Austin, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
CapMetro Route 20 (Airport Flyer) runs between downtown Austin (Congress Ave) and AUS in about 30–35 minutes (fare $1.25, or free with MetroAccess). Service runs from roughly 05:00 to midnight; frequency drops evenings and weekends.Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown cost $20–30 and take 15–20 minutes off-peak. Taxis run $30–40. Traffic on SH-71 can be heavy during afternoon rush; allow 30–40 minutes from downtown during 16:00–18:30. Long-term parking from $7/day in remote economy lots.
Uber and Lyft from BNA to downtown run $20–30 (15–25 minutes). Pickup zones for TNCs are on the lower level. Taxis are available at the ground transportation curb, typically $25–35 to downtown.Rental car brands are in the adjacent facility connected via walkway. WeGo bus Route 18 costs $2 but has limited evening hours; check before relying on it for late arrivals. I-40 and Briley Parkway provide direct highway access.
Humid subtropical climate with hot summers and variable winters. July and August average 32–36°C with high humidity. Winter (December–February) temperatures range from −2–10°C. Ice storms are the primary disruption risk. Nashville sees occasional but significant freezing rain events that shut down the airport.
Severe thunderstorm season peaks April through June, bringing tornado risk to the region. Spring storms cause most ground stops and ground delays. Autumn (September–November) is mild and generally the most disruption-free season.
AUS–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AUS to BNA
Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines. With 84 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AUS to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AUS to BNA ranges from 1 hours 31 minutes to 2 hours 29 minutes. The route covers a distance of 755 miles (1,215 km). There are approximately 84 weekly flights outbound and 92 return, totaling 176 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
205 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via DWH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Fort Cavazos (GRK), San Antonio (SAT) and College Station (CLL).