New York to Nashville (JFK–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
JFK–BNA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and JetBlue lead the route. The flight covers 764 miles in approximately 2h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 143 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: KQ, LY, SK, VS | 28 | CR9 | 2h44-2h54 | SkyTeam | KQ, LY, SK, VS | |
| AA American Airlines Also: BA, IB, QR | 21 | E75, E75S | 2h38-2h53 | Oneworld | BA, IB, QR | |
| B6 JetBlue Also: QR | 14 | 223, BCS3 | 2h25-2h29 | – | QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nashville from New York
| Metric | JFK→BNA | LGA→BNA | TEB→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from JFK | – | 11 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 8 | 22 |
| Weekly flights | 169 | 185 | 2 |
| Flight time | 2h 25m | 1h 42m | 1h 48m |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
JFK: EDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 5:00 PM in Nashville.
The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.
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.
JFK–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from JFK to BNA
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta Air Lines. With 169 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
JFK to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from JFK to BNA ranges from 2 hours 25 minutes to 2 hours 54 minutes. The route covers a distance of 764 miles (1,230 km). There are approximately 169 weekly flights outbound and 243 return, totaling 412 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
143 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via MMU. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include New York (LGA), Teterboro (TEB) and Newark (EWR).