Columbia to Nashville (COU–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Columbia to Nashville
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 356 mi 0h 51m nonstop 8 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between COU and BNA, connecting options are available through 8 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for COU to BNA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~19h
Longest
IND ~3h 49m TYS ~3h 52m BDL ~7h 48m LAS ~9h 10m STT ~10h 28m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
273
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
COU → BNA
71%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
71%
Return
BNA → COU
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 Columbia

Nearby airports with service to Nashville International Airport.
Metric COU→BNA STL→BNA MCI→BNA
Distance from COU – 100 mi 138 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 1
Weekly flights 1 51 52
Flight time 0h 51m 1h 4m 1h 24m
St Louis (STL) to Nashville flights · Kansas City (MCI) to Nashville flights
Airports within 200 miles of COU 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 Columbia.
COU: EDT · BNA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Columbia, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
Distance & Flight Time
356 mi / 573 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 51m.
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

COU–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Columbia to Nashville route.
Route details
Distance356 mi / 573 km
Flight time0h 51m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: COU
Full nameColumbia Regional Airport
IATA / ICAOCOU / KCOU
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vincennes
Passengers/yr0.2M
Elevation889 ft / 271 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 COU to BNA flights.
Nonstop flights from Columbia Regional Airport to Nashville International Airport take approximately 0h 51m. The route covers 356 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from COU to BNA.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through IND, TYS, BDL, LAS, STT, ORD, DEN and DFW. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include STL and MCI. 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 COU to BNA

Columbia Regional Airport (COU) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

COU to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from COU to BNA ranges from 0 hours 51 minutes. The route covers a distance of 356 miles (573 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via IND. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include St Louis (STL) and Kansas City (MCI).