Los Angeles to Nashville (LAX–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–BNA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 1,794 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 164 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: AS, MH, QF | 21 | 321, 738 | 3h59-4h12 | Oneworld | AS, MH, QF | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 21 | 7M8, B38M | 3h40-3h55 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, AM, CI, KE, VS | 20 | 738, 739 | 3h45-3h58 | SkyTeam | AF, AM, CI, KE, VS | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nashville from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→BNA | LGB→BNA | BUR→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 17 mi | 18 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 130 | 8 | 7 |
| Flight time | 3h 45m | 3h 40m | 3h 48m |
| Departure OTP | 99% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 8:00 PM in Nashville.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
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.
LAX–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LAX to BNA
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, SkyWest Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 130 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LAX to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LAX to BNA ranges from 3 hours 45 minutes to 4 hours 12 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,794 miles (2,886 km). There are approximately 130 weekly flights outbound and 166 return, totaling 296 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
164 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via ELP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Long Beach (LGB), Burbank (BUR) and Santa Ana (SNA).