Orlando to Nashville (MCO–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MCO–BNA is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 617 miles in approximately 0h 39m. Beyond nonstop, 134 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 106 | 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 0h54-2h15 | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 28 | 320, 32B, 32S | 0h56-2h06 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 7 | A20N | 2h24 | – | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 1 | E75S | 2h12 | SkyTeam | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 1 | 738 | 1h50 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nashville from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→BNA | SFB→BNA | LAL→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 24 mi | 53 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 144 | 8 | 2 |
| Flight time | 0h 39m | 1h 55m | 2h |
| Departure OTP | 69% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · BNA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, it's 6:00 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 Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, Sun Country Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 144 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MCO to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to BNA ranges from 0 hours 39 minutes to 2 hours 24 minutes. The route covers a distance of 617 miles (993 km). There are approximately 144 weekly flights outbound and 144 return, totaling 288 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
134 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via APF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Orlando (SFB), Lakeland (LAL) and Vero Beach (VRB).