Detroit to Nashville (DTW–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DTW–BNA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Aeromexico lead the route. The flight covers 457 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 92 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 39 | 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7 | 1h35-1h50 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 28 | 320, 717, 739 | 1h38-1h56 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AM Aeromexico | 7 | 321 | 1h45 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AF Air France | 1 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nashville from Detroit
| Metric | DTW→BNA | FNT→BNA | LAN→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DTW | – | 56 mi | 74 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 74 | 6 | 1 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 38m | – |
| Departure OTP | 33% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · BNA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.
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.
DTW–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to BNA
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Air France, Aeromexico, Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines. With 74 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DTW to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to BNA ranges from 1 hours 35 minutes to 1 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 457 miles (735 km). There are approximately 74 weekly flights outbound and 86 return, totaling 160 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
92 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via FRG. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Flint (FNT), Lansing (LAN) and Cleveland (CLE).