Dubai to Nashville (DXB–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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airlines charter/private
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Connecting Flight Schedule 15 1-stop flights
No nonstop service between DXB and BNA. Nearest airports to DXB with scheduled service: Sharjah International Airport (SHJ, 11 mi) · Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC, 28 mi) · Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT, 43 mi)
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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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
IAD Dulles 16h 44m EK AVAZCM Dulles (IAD) to Nashville flights
JFK New York 17h 9m EK AAB6DL New York (JFK) to Nashville flights
ORD Chicago 17h 51m EK AAACAS Chicago (ORD) to Nashville flights
LHR London 17h 56m AVEKFI AYBAEI London (LHR) to Nashville flights
IAH Houston 18h 44m EK CMNZUA Houston (IAH) to Nashville flights
DUB Dublin 18h 48m EKFIQF BAEI Dublin (DUB) to Nashville flights
MCO Orlando 19h EK F9WNY4 Orlando (MCO) to Nashville flights
MIA Miami 19h 13m EK AAG3IB Miami (MIA) to Nashville flights
BOS Boston 19h 16m EK AFB6DL Boston (BOS) to Nashville flights
YUL Montréal 20h 36m EK ACUA Montréal (YUL) to Nashville flights
1-STOP More options, longer trips
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Dubai to Nashville
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
-9h behind

While no nonstop service exists between DXB and BNA, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for DXB to BNA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
15
Hubs
~16h
Fastest
~24h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,661
Candidates
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
DXB → BNA
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
Return
BNA → DXB
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BNA delays →

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-9h
Nashville is 9 hours behind Dubai.
DXB: +04 · BNA: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dubai, it's 9:00 AM in Nashville.
Visa & Entry

UAE passport holders must obtain a US visa before travel. The UAE is not part of the Visa Waiver Program, so an ESTA is not available. A B1/B2 visitor visa requires an in-person interview at a US embassy or consulate. Processing times vary but can take several weeks. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.

Getting to DXB

Dubai Metro Red Line connects Union and BurJuman stations to T1 and T3 (Airport: Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 stations). T1 is 20 minutes from Union, T3 is 22 minutes (AED 6.50–10 depending on zones and Gold/Silver class). Trains run 5:30am–midnight Saturday–Wednesday, until 1am Thursday–Friday. T2 (low-cost) is not on the metro; taxi or bus required.Taxis from Dubai Marina cost AED 70–90; from Downtown Dubai (Burj Khalifa area) AED 35–50. Ride-hail via Careem is widely available and comparable to taxis. Traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road is heavy during morning and evening rush.

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.

DXB–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dubai to Nashville route.
Route details
Time difference-9 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DXB
IATA / ICAODXB / OMDB
TimezoneAsia/Dubai
Passengers/yr92.3M
Elevation62 ft / 19 m
Destination: BNA
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DXB to BNA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Washington Dulles, John F. Kennedy and Chicago O'Hare.
Nashville is 9 hours behind Dubai.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Washington Dulles, John F. Kennedy and Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.