Lexington to Nashville (LEX–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Lexington to Nashville
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 175 mi 23h 38m nonstop 25 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between LEX and BNA, connecting options are available through 25 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for LEX to BNA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
25
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
CMH ~3h 34m CLE ~3h 43m IAD ~4h 33m PBI ~4h 40m HOU ~5h 23m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,075
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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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
LEX → BNA
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
0%
Return
BNA → LEX
27%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
27%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. LEX delays → BNA delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Nashville from Lexington

Nearby airports with service to Nashville International Airport.
Metric LEX→BNA SDF→BNA CVG→BNA
Distance from LEX – 62 mi 70 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 2
Weekly flights 1 29 28
Flight time 23h 38m 0h 50m 1h 10m
Departure OTP 100% – –
Louisville (SDF) to Nashville flights · Cincinnati / Covington (CVG) to Nashville flights · Cincinnati (LUK) to Nashville flights
Airports within 200 miles of LEX with service to Nashville International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Nashville is 0 hours the same as Lexington.
LEX: EDT · BNA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Lexington, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
Distance & Flight Time
175 mi / 281 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 23h 38m.
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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

LEX–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Lexington to Nashville route.
Route details
Distance175 mi / 281 km
Flight time23h 38m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections25 hubs
Origin: LEX
Full nameBlue Grass Airport
IATA / ICAOLEX / KLEX
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vevay
Passengers/yr1.6M
Elevation979 ft / 298 m
Destination: BNA
Full nameNashville International Airport
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LEX to BNA flights.
Nonstop flights from Blue Grass Airport to Nashville International Airport take approximately 23h 38m. The route covers 175 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from LEX to BNA.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CMH, CLE, IAD, PBI, HOU, DAL, SLC, PGD, LGB, ATL, FLL, LGA, DCA, ORD, PHL, DFW, DEN, MIA, CLT, DTW, SFB, PIE, SRQ, GRR and LAS. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nearby alternatives include SDF, CVG and LUK. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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.

Flights from LEX to BNA

Blue Grass Airport (LEX) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

LEX to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from LEX to BNA ranges from 23 hours 38 minutes. The route covers a distance of 175 miles (281 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

25 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CMH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Louisville (SDF), Cincinnati / Covington (CVG) and Cincinnati (LUK).