Washington to Nashville (DCA–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
DCA–BNA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 561 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS | 66 | 319, CR7, CR9, E70, E75, E75S | 1h59-2h12 | Oneworld | AS | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 62 | 737, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h50-2h05 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 20 | E75 | 1h58-2h05 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nashville from Washington
| Metric | DCA→BNA | IAD→BNA | BWI→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DCA | – | 23 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 23 | 10 |
| Weekly flights | 148 | 67 | 59 |
| Flight time | 2h | 1h 48m | 1h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 81% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DCA: EDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Washington, it's 5:00 PM in Nashville.
The DC Metro (Yellow and Blue lines) connects the airport directly to downtown Washington in 15–25 minutes from most central stations ($2.25–$3.85 depending on distance and time of day). The Reagan National Airport station is inside the terminal complex with a direct indoor walkway. Metro runs from about 05:00 to midnight Sunday–Thursday, and until 01:00 on Friday–Saturday.Taxis and Uber/Lyft from the city centre cost $15–30 depending on destination and traffic. DCA is one of the most transit-accessible major US airports. Driving is straightforward via the George Washington Memorial Parkway; short-term parking at the terminal costs from $5 for 20 minutes. No personal vehicles are allowed to idle at arrivals; use the cell-phone lot or commercial pick-up zones.
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.
DCA–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DCA to BNA
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines. With 148 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DCA to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DCA to BNA is about 2 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 561 miles (902 km). There are approximately 148 weekly flights outbound and 157 return, totaling 305 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Pittsburgh, John Glenn Columbus and Raleigh-Durham. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dulles (IAD), Baltimore (BWI) and Dover (DOV).