Dulles to Nashville (IAD–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
IAD–BNA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 541 miles in approximately 1h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 252 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: AV, CM, SN | 21 | 319, 737, 7M8 | 2h01-2h09 | Star Alliance | AV, CM, SN | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nashville from Dulles
| Metric | IAD→BNA | DCA→BNA | BWI→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from IAD | – | 23 mi | 45 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 59 | 135 | 40 |
| Flight time | 1h 15m | 1h 47m | 1h 46m |
| Departure OTP | 85% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
IAD: EDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 5:00 PM in Nashville.
WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).
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.
IAD–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from IAD to BNA
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines and United Airlines. With 59 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
IAD to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from IAD to BNA ranges from 1 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 9 minutes. The route covers a distance of 541 miles (871 km). There are approximately 59 weekly flights outbound and 61 return, totaling 120 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
252 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via MGM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Washington (DCA), Baltimore (BWI) and Charlottesville (CHO).