New Orleans to Nashville (MSY–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MSY–BNA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 472 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 48 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7 | 1h30-1h35 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nashville from New Orleans
| Metric | MSY→BNA | BTR→BNA | GPT→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MSY | – | 65 mi | 77 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 48 | – | – |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 16m | 1h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 73% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MSY: CDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in New Orleans, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
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.
MSY–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSY to BNA
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 48 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MSY to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSY to BNA is about 1 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 472 miles (759 km). There are approximately 48 weekly flights outbound and 53 return, totaling 101 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta, St. Louis Lambert and William P. Hobby. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Baton Rouge (BTR), Gulfport (GPT) and Jackson (JAN).