Pensacola to Nashville (PNS–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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392 mi airlines 36/wk
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WN794
WN Southwest
73H
7:10 AM
EDT
8:40 AM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN1194
WN Southwest
7S7
7:40 AM
EDT
9:10 AM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN2030
WN Southwest
7M8
10:10 AM
EDT
11:45 AM
EDT
1h 35m
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WN3683
WN Southwest
738
11:55 AM
EDT
1:20 PM
EDT
1h 25m
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WN3850
WN Southwest
7S7
1:15 PM
EDT
2:45 PM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN313
WN Southwest
7M8
1:35 PM
EDT
3:05 PM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN1782
WN Southwest
7S7
2:15 PM
EDT
3:45 PM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN869
WN Southwest
7S7
4:25 PM
EDT
6:00 PM
EDT
1h 35m
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WN4020
WN Southwest
7S7
6:05 PM
EDT
7:35 PM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN4745
WN Southwest
7S7
6:30 PM
EDT
7:51 PM
EDT
1h 21m
M T W T F S S
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WN3173
WN Southwest
7M8
7:55 PM
EDT
9:25 PM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN1139
WN Southwest
737
7:45 AM
EDT
9:20 AM
EDT
1h 35m
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WN1934
WN Southwest
7M8
8:00 AM
EDT
9:30 AM
EDT
1h 30m
M T W T F S S
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WN2111
WN Southwest
737
8:40 AM
EDT
10:15 AM
EDT
1h 35m
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WN4304
WN Southwest
7M8
12:40 PM
EDT
2:05 PM
EDT
1h 25m
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WN2214
WN Southwest
737
2:05 PM
EDT
3:35 PM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN2301
WN Southwest
737
2:10 PM
EDT
3:40 PM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN3644
WN Southwest
7M8
2:15 PM
EDT
3:40 PM
EDT
1h 25m
M T W T F S S
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WN760
WN Southwest
7S7
5:35 PM
EDT
7:00 PM
EDT
1h 25m
M T W T F S S
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WN3370
WN Southwest
73H
7:10 PM
EDT
8:45 PM
EDT
1h 35m
M T W T F S S
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Pensacola to Nashville
1 carrier, 36 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 36 Flights/wk 392 mi 1h 21m nonstop 35 1-stop hubs

PNS–BNA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 392 miles in approximately 1h 21m. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop PNS–BNA service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
WN Southwest Airlines 36 738, 73H, 7M8, 7S7 1h21-1h35 100%
Aircraft on this route
738 Boeing 737-800 – WN
73H Boeing 737-800 – WN
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – WN
7S7 Boeing 737 MAX 7 – WN
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: WN (36 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, PNS to BNA direction.
Mon
5
flights
Tue
5
flights
Wed
5
flights
Thu
5
flights
Fri
5
flights
Sat
5
flights
Sun
6
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
11
Nonstop flights
36
Outbound / wk
36
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PNS to BNA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
35
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,518
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
PNS → BNA
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
34%
Return
BNA → PNS
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
Arriving
0%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. PNS delays → BNA delays →

Other ways to reach Nashville from Pensacola

Nearby airports with service to Nashville International Airport.
Metric PNS→BNA VPS→BNA DSI→BNA
Distance from PNS 40 mi 43 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 1 2
Weekly flights 36 34 1
Flight time 1h 21m 1h 19m 1h 5m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of PNS with service to Nashville International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Nashville is 0 hours the same as Pensacola.
PNS: EDT · BNA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Pensacola, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
Distance & Flight Time
392 mi / 630 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 21m to 1h 35m.
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.

PNS–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Pensacola to Nashville route.
Route details
Distance392 mi / 630 km
Flight time1h 21m to 1h 35m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights36 out / 36 return
1-stop connections35 hubs
Origin: PNS
IATA / ICAOPNS / KPNS
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr3.1M
Elevation121 ft / 37 m
Destination: BNA
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PNS to BNA flights.
Nonstop flights from Pensacola International Airport to Nashville International Airport take approximately 1h 21m to 1h 35m. The route covers 392 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Southwest Airlines.
There are approximately 36 nonstop flights per week from PNS to BNA. The return direction has about 36 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through SGR, BHM, TLH, TYS, RVS, SRQ, CMH, MRK, EWR, IAD, LAS, RDU, ATL, SFO, IAH, MEM, HOU, PHL, DCA, ORD, XNA, DAL, MIA, MSY, CLT, MDW, DFW, STL, MCO, TPA, AUS, MCI, DEN, LGA and FLL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from BNA to PNS are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include VPS, DSI and ECP. 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 PNS to BNA

Pensacola International Airport (PNS) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 36 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

PNS to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PNS to BNA ranges from 1 hours 21 minutes to 1 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 392 miles (630 km). There are approximately 36 weekly flights outbound and 36 return, totaling 72 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via SGR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Valparaiso (VPS), Destin (DSI) and Panama City Beach (ECP).