Dallas-Fort Worth to Nashville (DFW–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
DFW–BNA is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Frontier and Contour Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 630 miles in approximately 1h 57m. 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, AY, BA, G3, GF, QF, QR | 84 | 321, 738, B38M | 1h47-1h58 | Oneworld | AS, AY, BA, G3, GF, QF, QR | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 7 | A20N | 2h55 | – | Y4 | |
| LF Contour Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nashville from Dallas-Fort Worth
| Metric | DFW→BNA | DAL→BNA | FTW→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DFW | – | 12 mi | 19 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 16 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 286 | 99 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 57m | 1h 25m | 1h 25m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DFW: CDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
DART Orange Line runs from downtown Dallas to Terminal A (50 min, $3). TEXRail serves Terminal B from Fort Worth ($2.50). No direct rail connects both cities to DFW; choose based on your origin. Ride-shares cost $25–45 from either city center.DFW's five terminals span 17,000 acres. The free Skylink people mover connects all terminals airside.
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.
DFW–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Dallas/Fort Worth to Nashville: Sun Belt Business and Leisure
DFW-BNA connects two of the fastest-moving metro areas in the US. American Airlines operates 5 to 7 daily nonstops from its DFW hub. Spirit adds 1 to 2 daily low-cost departures. The 631-mile sector runs just under 2 hours. Southwest also serves this market from Dallas Love Field (DAL) to BNA with 3 to 5 daily flights, offering a separate airport option for Dallas-side travelers. American's equipment mix includes A319, A320, and 737 MAX 8. The route carries a large leisure segment fueled by Nashville's music tourism industry alongside steady corporate traffic in healthcare and financial services.
Nashville's Rise as a Destination Market
Nashville has become one of the top domestic leisure destinations in the US. The city's Broadway entertainment district and live music scene pull visitors year-round, with peaks around CMA Fest in June, the NFL draft when hosted locally, and fall football season. BNA handled over 23 million passengers recently and is in the middle of a multi-billion dollar expansion. For DFW passengers, American's hub status means departures are spread across the day with good schedule flexibility. The DFW-BNA route also carries connecting traffic from American's Latin American and West Coast networks feeding into Nashville through the DFW hub.