Jackson to Nashville (MKL–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Jackson to Nashville
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 130 mi 23h 26m nonstop +1h ahead 5 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between MKL and BNA, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MKL to BNA.
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One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~11h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
191
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
MKL → BNA
83%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
83%
Return
BNA → MKL
55%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
55%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BNA delays →

Other ways to reach Nashville from Jackson

Nearby airports with service to Nashville International Airport.
Metric MKL→BNA MEM→BNA TUP→BNA
Distance from MKL 71 mi 92 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 5 1
Weekly flights 1 29 1
Flight time 23h 26m 1h 1h 5m
Airports within 200 miles of MKL with service to Nashville International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Nashville is 1 hour ahead of Jackson.
MKL: CDT · BNA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Jackson, it's 7:00 PM in Nashville.
Distance & Flight Time
130 mi / 210 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 23h 26m.
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.

MKL–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Jackson to Nashville route.
Route details
Distance130 mi / 210 km
Flight time23h 26m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: MKL
IATA / ICAOMKL / KMKL
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr0.0M
Elevation434 ft / 132 m
Destination: BNA
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MKL to BNA flights.
Nonstop flights from McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport to Nashville International Airport take approximately 23h 26m. The route covers 130 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from MKL to BNA. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CHS, DAL, MIA, ATL and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nashville is 1 hour ahead of Jackson.
Yes, return flights from BNA to MKL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MEM, TUP and JBR. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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 MKL to BNA

McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport (MKL) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

MKL to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MKL to BNA ranges from 23 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 130 miles (210 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via CHS. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Memphis (MEM), Tupelo (TUP) and Jonesboro (JBR).