Orlando to Nashville (MCO–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MCO–BNA is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Frontier and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 617 miles in approximately 2h. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 114 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 1h52-2h38 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier Also: Y4 | 14 | 321, 32N | 2h12-2h16 | – | Y4 | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nashville from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→BNA | SFB→BNA | MLB→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 24 mi | 47 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 134 | 6 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h | 1h 50m | 1h 32m |
| Departure OTP | 88% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 5:00 PM in Nashville.
SunRail commuter rail connects downtown Orlando to the Sand Lake Road station (not at the airport). A shuttle or ride-hail covers the remaining 4 miles; the full trip takes 50–70 minutes and costs around $8–15 total. Brightline high-speed rail (launched 2023) runs from Miami and Fort Lauderdale to MCO's Terminal C, with one-way fares from $30–80.Ride-hails (Uber/Lyft) from International Drive cost $18–30; from Walt Disney World resort area $25–40. Taxis are metered. Park-and-ride options are limited; most long-term parking is in the airport's own garages ($15–25/day).
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.
MCO–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to BNA
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines, Frontier, Sun Country Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. With 134 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCO to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to BNA is about 2 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 617 miles (993 km). There are approximately 134 weekly flights outbound and 134 return, totaling 268 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Pensacola, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Birmingham-Shuttlesworth. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Orlando (SFB), Melbourne (MLB) and Lakeland (LAL).