Minneapolis to Nashville (MSP–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MSP–BNA is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines and Sun Country Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 695 miles in approximately 2h 1m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, KE, VS | 31 | 739 | 2h01-2h06 | SkyTeam | AF, KE, VS | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 30 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7 | 1h55-2h05 | – | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 15 | 738 | 2h01-2h02 | – | – | |
| G4 Allegiant Air | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| WS WestJet | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nashville from Minneapolis
| Metric | MSP→BNA | STC→BNA | RST→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSP | – | 62 mi | 76 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 97 | – | – |
| Flight time | 2h 1m | 1h 32m | 1h 8m |
| Departure OTP | 70% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
Metro Blue Line light rail runs from downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District/Hennepin station) to T1-Lindbergh in 25–28 minutes ($2.50). The line also connects the Mall of America (Bloomington) in 13 minutes to the same station. T2-Humphrey (primarily Sun Country and charter flights) requires a free shuttle from T1 or a direct Blue Line stop at the Terminal 2-Humphrey station.Taxis and ride-hails from downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40 and take 15–30 minutes. The airport is conveniently close to both downtowns; St. Paul is 10–15 minutes by car.
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.
MSP–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to BNA
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Allegiant Air and WestJet. With 97 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MSP to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to BNA is about 2 hours 1 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 695 miles (1,119 km). There are approximately 97 weekly flights outbound and 133 return, totaling 230 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via St. Louis Lambert, Chicago Midway and Louisville Muhammad Ali. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Saint Cloud (STC), Rochester (RST) and Eau Claire (EAU).