Chattanooga to Nashville (CHA–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Chattanooga to Nashville
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
112 mi 0h 36m nonstop 24 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between CHA and BNA, connecting options are available through 24 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CHA to BNA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
24
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
MEM ~3h 33m PIT ~4h 24m FNT ~4h 30m IND ~4h 37m SRQ ~4h 54m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,093
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
CHA → BNA
83%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
83%
Return
BNA → CHA
44%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
44%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BNA delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Nashville from Chattanooga

Nearby airports with service to Nashville International Airport.
Metric CHA→BNA TYS→BNA PDK→BNA
Distance from CHA – 87 mi 95 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 4
Weekly flights 0 30 1
Flight time 0h 36m 1h 5m 23h 38m
Knoxville/Maryville (TYS) to Nashville flights · Atlanta (PDK) to Nashville flights · Atlanta (ATL) to Nashville flights
Airports within 200 miles of CHA with service to Nashville International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Nashville is 0 hours the same as Chattanooga.
CHA: EDT · BNA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Chattanooga, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
Distance & Flight Time
112 mi / 180 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 36m.
Getting from BNA

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.

Nashville Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

CHA–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chattanooga to Nashville route.
Route details
Distance112 mi / 180 km
Flight time0h 36m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections24 hubs
Origin: CHA
Full nameChattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)
IATA / ICAOCHA / KCHA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr1.1M
Elevation683 ft / 208 m
Destination: BNA
Full nameNashville International Airport
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CHA to BNA flights.
Nonstop flights from Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) to Nashville International Airport take approximately 0h 36m. The route covers 112 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MEM, PIT, FNT, IND, SRQ, PHL, ORL, PGD, SFB, OMA, LRD, ATL, DCA, DFW, ORD, MIA, CLT, LGA, DTW, IAH, PIE, FLL, LAS and EWR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from BNA to CHA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include TYS, PDK and ATL. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from CHA to BNA

Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field) (CHA) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

CHA to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CHA to BNA ranges from 0 hours 36 minutes. The route covers a distance of 112 miles (180 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via MEM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Knoxville/Maryville (TYS), Atlanta (PDK) and Atlanta (ATL).