Nashville to Tampa (BNA–TPA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BNA–TPA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 613 miles in approximately 1h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 182 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 39 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h37-1h50 | – | – | |
| AA American Airlines | 34 | E70, E75 | 1h39-1h54 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Tampa from Nashville
| Metric | BNA→TPA | HSV→TPA | CHA→TPA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BNA | – | 103 mi | 112 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 75 | 6 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 15m | 1h 40m | 1h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 69% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
BNA: CDT · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Nashville, it's 7:00 PM in Tampa.
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.
Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level curb; typically $20–30 to downtown Tampa and $45–60 to St. Petersburg. Taxis at the rank run $25–35 to Tampa center. The HART bus (Route 30X) connects to downtown for $2.25 but is infrequent; check schedules before relying on it.Rental car counters are in the arrivals hall with a shuttle to the consolidated rental facility. I-275 provides direct access north to downtown and south toward St. Pete. The airport's people mover system is free and connects all areas of the terminal complex.
Humid subtropical climate. Tampa is called the "lightning capital of North America." Afternoon thunderstorms are nearly daily from June through September, causing frequent ground stops and gate holds during summer afternoons. Summer afternoon flights routinely run late.
Hurricane season (June–November) poses storm surge and wind risk. Direct hits are rare, but evacuations periodically affect the region. Winter (December–February) is mild at 14–23°C with very low disruption risk. Spring (March–May) is the most comfortable season.
BNA–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BNA to TPA
Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 75 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BNA to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BNA to TPA ranges from 1 hours 15 minutes to 1 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 613 miles (986 km). There are approximately 75 weekly flights outbound and 68 return, totaling 143 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
182 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via AIK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Huntsville (HSV), Chattanooga (CHA) and Louisville (SDF).