Dayton to Nashville (DAY–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Dayton to Nashville
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
293 mi 1h 30m nonstop 22 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DAY and BNA, connecting options are available through 22 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DAY to BNA.
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One-Stop Connections
22
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
834
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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
DAY → BNA
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Arriving
65%
Return
BNA → DAY
41%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
41%
Arriving
40%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DAY delays → BNA delays →

Other ways to reach Nashville from Dayton

Nearby airports with service to Nashville International Airport.
Metric DAY→BNA LUK→BNA CVG→BNA
Distance from DAY 56 mi 64 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1 2
Weekly flights 0 1 28
Flight time 1h 30m 23h 51m 0h 32m
Departure OTP 50%
Airports within 200 miles of DAY with service to Nashville International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Dayton, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
Distance & Flight Time
293 mi / 472 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 30m.
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.

DAY–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dayton to Nashville route.
Route details
Distance293 mi / 472 km
Flight time1h 30m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections22 hubs
Origin: DAY
IATA / ICAODAY / KDAY
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vevay
Passengers/yr1.2M
Elevation1,009 ft / 308 m
Destination: BNA
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DAY to BNA flights.
Nonstop flights from James M. Cox Dayton International Airport to Nashville International Airport take approximately 1h 30m. The route covers 293 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CVG, CMH, MDW, STL, MSY, TEB, DTW, GRR, SFB, PIE, PGD, IAH, SAN, ATL, PHL, DCA, ORD, DFW, DEN, CLT, IAD and SBN. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include LUK, CVG and CMH. 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 DAY to BNA

James M. Cox Dayton International Airport (DAY) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DAY to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DAY to BNA ranges from 1 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 293 miles (472 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

22 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CVG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cincinnati (LUK), Cincinnati / Covington (CVG) and Columbus (CMH).