Columbus to Nashville (CMH–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CMH–BNA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 338 miles in approximately 1h 9m. Beyond nonstop, 131 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 21 | 737, 7M8, B38M | 1h09-1h20 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nashville from Columbus
| Metric | CMH→BNA | DAY→BNA | PKB→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from CMH | – | 71 mi | 89 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 21 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 9m | 1h 30m | 23h 54m |
| Departure OTP | 79% | – | – |
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 21 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CMH to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CMH to BNA ranges from 1 hours 9 minutes to 1 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 338 miles (543 km). There are approximately 21 weekly flights outbound and 25 return, totaling 46 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
131 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via LUK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dayton (DAY), Parkersburg (Williamstown) (PKB) and Akron (CAK).