Nashville to Sacramento (BNA–SMF) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BNA–SMF is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,913 miles in approximately 4h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 40 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 14 | 737, 7M8 | 4h45-5h25 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
BNA: EDT · SMF: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Nashville, it's 3:00 PM in Sacramento.
No rail connection exists. WeGo bus Route 18 runs from downtown Nashville to BNA in 30–40 minutes (fare $2, transfers free with transfer slip) but service ends in the early evening. Not suitable for early-morning or late-night flights.
Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown cost $20–30 and take 15–25 minutes depending on traffic on I-40. Taxis run $25–35. Short-term parking is $3/20 minutes; economy lots cost $7–10/day with free shuttle.
BNA–SMF Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BNA to SMF
Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
BNA to SMF Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BNA to SMF ranges from 4 hours 45 minutes to 5 hours 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,913 miles (3,078 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
40 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via MEM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.