Denver to Nashville (DEN–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DEN–BNA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, United Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,011 miles in approximately 2h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 180 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 43 | 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 2h13-2h35 | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 33 | 320, 738, 739, 7M8, B38M | 2h20-2h47 | Star Alliance | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 7 | 32Q | 2h16 | – | Y4 | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nashville from Denver
| Metric | DEN→BNA | COS→BNA | EGE→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DEN | – | 73 mi | 120 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 90 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 13m | 1h 49m | 1h 25m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DEN: MDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Denver, it's 7:00 PM in Nashville.
RTD A Line commuter rail runs from Denver Union Station to the airport (37 min, $10.50). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours. The airport is 25 miles northeast of downtown; ride-shares cost $35–55 and take 30–45 minutes depending on I-70 traffic.Economy parking in lots 4–6 connects via free shuttle. Mountain shuttle services depart from Jeppesen Terminal's Ground Transportation level.
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.
DEN–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DEN to BNA
Denver International Airport (DEN) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Frontier, SkyWest Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 90 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DEN to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DEN to BNA ranges from 2 hours 13 minutes to 2 hours 47 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,011 miles (1,628 km). There are approximately 90 weekly flights outbound and 89 return, totaling 179 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
180 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via RIL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Colorado Springs (COS), Eagle (EGE) and Aspen (ASE).