Philadelphia to Nashville (PHL–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.
PHL–BNA is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Qatar Airways lead the route. The flight covers 674 miles in approximately 2h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: EI | 56 | 319, 320, 738, CR7, CR9 | 2h10-2h39 | Oneworld | EI | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 42 | 737, 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7, B38M | 2h-2h15 | – | – | |
| QR Qatar Airways | 12 | 738, CR7 | 2h13-2h18 | Oneworld | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 6 | 32N | 2h15 | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| TJ Tradewind Aviation | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nashville from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→BNA | ILG→BNA | TTN→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 24 mi | 36 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 1 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 130 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 10m | 1h 41m | 2h 26m |
| Departure OTP | 84% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 5:00 PM in Nashville.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
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.
PHL–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to BNA
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Qatar Airways, Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Tradewind Aviation. With 130 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHL to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to BNA is about 2 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 674 miles (1,084 km). There are approximately 130 weekly flights outbound and 180 return, totaling 310 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Raleigh-Durham, Cincinnati Northern Kentucky and John Glenn Columbus. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Wilmington (ILG), Ewing Township (TTN) and Atlantic City (ACY).