Cancún to Nashville (CUN–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
DL2580
DL Delta
738
11:30 AM
EST T3
2:35 PM
EDT
3h 5m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AM3370
AM Aeromexi
738
12:25 PM
EST T3
2:21 PM
EDT
2h 56m
M T W T F S S
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AA1306
AA American
738
12:30 PM
EST T3
3:34 PM
EDT
3h 4m
M T W T F S S
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WN390
WN Southwest
7M8
1:10 PM
EST T4
4:10 PM
EDT
3h
M T W T F S S
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WN387
WN Southwest
B38M
4:54 PM
EST T4
7:40 PM
EDT
1h 46m
M T W T F S S
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WN388
WN Southwest
737
6:55 AM
EDT
9:55 AM
EST
3h
M T W T F S S
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AM3111
AM Aeromexi
738
7:06 AM
EDT
10:05 AM
EST
2h 59m
M T W T F S S
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DL2383
DL Delta
738
7:30 AM
EDT TM
10:30 AM
EST
3h
M T W T F S S
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AA1306
AA American
738
8:24 AM
EDT
11:28 AM
EST
3h 4m
M T W T F S S
Prices
WN386
WN Southwest
B38M
12:31 PM
EDT
4:01 PM
EST
4h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Cancún to Nashville
4 carriers, 12 flights/week nonstop.
4 Airlines 12 Flights/wk 1,042 mi 1h 46m nonstop +1h ahead 54 1-stop hubs

CUN–BNA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and Aeromexico lead the route. The flight covers 1,042 miles in approximately 1h 46m. Beyond nonstop, 54 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop CUN–BNA service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
WN Southwest Airlines 9 7M8, B38M 1h46-3h
AA American Airlines 1 738 3h04 Oneworld
AM Aeromexico 1 738 2h56 SkyTeam
DL Delta Air Lines 1 738 3h05 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – AA, AM, DL
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – WN
B38MWN
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: WN (9 flights/wk, 75%)
SkyTeam: AM + DL (2 flights/wk, 17%)
Oneworld: AA (1 flights/wk, 8%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, CUN to BNA direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
5
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
5
Nonstop flights
12
Outbound / wk
12
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for CUN to BNA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
54
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
3,147
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
CUN → BNA
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
67%
Return
BNA → CUN
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BNA delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Nashville is 1 hour ahead of Cancún.
CUN: EST · BNA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Cancún, it's 7:00 PM in Nashville.
Distance & Flight Time
1,042 mi / 1,677 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 46m to 3h 5m.
Visa & Entry

Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.

For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.

Getting to CUN

ADO buses run from downtown Cancún bus terminal to the airport for MXN 102 (about USD $5) in 20–25 minutes. The Tren Maya (Maya Train) opened a station at CUN Airport (Terminal 4), connecting to the broader Yucatán rail network. Taxis from the Hotel Zone (Zona Hotelera) cost MXN 350–550 (USD $17–28) depending on the zone.Authorized taxis from the airport are sold by ticket inside the terminal; agree on the fare before leaving the building to avoid inflated street prices. Uber is blocked from airport pick-ups by local taxi concessions; use the authorised taxi stand. Car rental is available at all four terminals.

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.

CUN–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Cancún to Nashville route.
Route details
Distance1,042 mi / 1,677 km
Flight time1h 46m to 3h 5m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)4
Weekly flights12 out / 12 return
1-stop connections54 hubs
Origin: CUN
IATA / ICAOCUN / MMUN
TimezoneAmerica/Cancun
Passengers/yr30.4M
Elevation22 ft / 7 m
Destination: BNA
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about CUN to BNA flights.
Nonstop flights from Cancún International Airport to Nashville International Airport take approximately 1h 46m to 3h 5m. The route covers 1,042 miles.
4 airlines operate nonstop service: American Airlines, Aeromexico, Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines.
There are approximately 12 nonstop flights per week from CUN to BNA. The return direction has about 12 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PBI, NAS, SFB, TEB, HPN, SJU, CVG, MCO, PIT, IND, MIA, ATL, CMH, RDU, MSY, BWI, IAH, CHS, CLE, BOS, HOU, YYC, MDW, CLT, SAT, STL, DUB, MCI, ORD, AUS, SFO, IAD, FLL, MKE, MSP, DFW, PHL, DEN, TPA, PHX, EWR, DTW, YYZ, SLC, LAX, JFK, YUL, ORF, SJO, PVD, SEA, PUJ, PDX and LHR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nashville is 1 hour ahead of Cancún.
Yes, return flights from BNA to CUN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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 CUN to BNA

Cancún International Airport (CUN) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Aeromexico, Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

CUN to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from CUN to BNA ranges from 1 hours 46 minutes to 3 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,042 miles (1,677 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 24 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

54 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PBI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.