Columbus to Nashville (CMH–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
No flights match your filters.
No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
CMH–BNA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 338 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 44 | 737, 738, 7M8, 7S7 | 1h20-1h30 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nashville from Columbus
| Metric | CMH→BNA | LCK→BNA | DAY→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CMH | – | 13 mi | 71 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 45 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 20m | 1h 4m | 0h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 85% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
CMH: EDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Columbus, it's 5:00 PM in Nashville.
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.
CMH–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CMH to BNA
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 45 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
CMH to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CMH to BNA is about 1 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 338 miles (543 km). There are approximately 45 weekly flights outbound and 43 return, totaling 88 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Chicago Midway, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Columbus (LCK), Dayton (DAY) and Parkersburg (Williamstown) (PKB).