Rifle to Nashville (RIL–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Rifle to Nashville
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,170 mi 1h 34m nonstop +1h ahead 53 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RIL and BNA, connecting options are available through 53 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RIL to BNA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
53
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~29h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
141
Candidates
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Alternatives

Other ways to reach Nashville from Rifle

Nearby airports with service to Nashville International Airport.
Metric RIL→BNA EGE→BNA ASE→BNA
Distance from RIL – 44 mi 50 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2 4
Weekly flights 0 – –
Flight time 1h 34m 1h 25m 1h 14m
Eagle (EGE) to Nashville flights · Aspen (ASE) to Nashville flights · Montrose (MTJ) to Nashville flights
Airports within 200 miles of RIL with service to Nashville International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Nashville is 1 hour ahead of Rifle.
RIL: MDT · BNA: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Rifle, it's 7:00 PM in Nashville.
Distance & Flight Time
1,170 mi / 1,882 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 34m.
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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

RIL–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Rifle to Nashville route.
Route details
Distance1,170 mi / 1,882 km
Flight time1h 34m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections53 hubs
Origin: RIL
Full nameGarfield County Regional Airport
IATA / ICAORIL / KRIL
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Elevation5,548 ft / 1,691 m
Destination: BNA
Full nameNashville International Airport
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about RIL to BNA flights.
Nonstop flights from Garfield County Regional Airport to Nashville International Airport take approximately 1h 34m. The route covers 1,170 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through ASE, HDN, ELP, EGE, STL, DSM, OMA, LIT, IND, DAL, ABQ, DEN, MDW, RNO, SLC, HOU, IAH, SCF, MSP, ORD, NAS, SAV, MSY, ATL, PIT, PSP, PHX, CLT, BZN, LAS, SAT, AUS, SBA, YYZ, SNA, SYR, SRQ, OAK, DFW, VNY, PHL, FLL, PBI, SJC, SMF, YYC, LAX, MIA, BOS, PWM, SFO, HCR and HND. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nashville is 1 hour ahead of Rifle.
Yes, return flights from BNA to RIL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include EGE, ASE and MTJ. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 RIL to BNA

Garfield County Regional Airport (RIL) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RIL to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RIL to BNA ranges from 1 hours 34 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,170 miles (1,882 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

53 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via ASE. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Eagle (EGE), Aspen (ASE) and Montrose (MTJ).