South Bend to Nashville (SBN–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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South Bend to Nashville
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 386 mi 22h 59m nonstop +1h ahead 26 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SBN and BNA, connecting options are available through 26 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SBN to BNA.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
26
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
APF ~3h 41m PHL ~4h 10m DSM ~4h 13m CSG ~4h 17m PBI ~4h 29m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,086
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.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SBN → BNA
34%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Arriving
34%
Return
BNA → SBN
50%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
50%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BNA delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Nashville from South Bend

Nearby airports with service to Nashville International Airport.
Metric SBN→BNA MDW→BNA ORD→BNA
Distance from SBN – 74 mi 84 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 3 10
Weekly flights 1 77 343
Flight time 22h 59m 0h 28m 0h 30m
Chicago (MDW) to Nashville flights · Chicago (ORD) to Nashville flights · Grand Rapids (GRR) to Nashville flights
Airports within 200 miles of SBN 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 South Bend.
SBN: CDT · BNA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in South Bend, it's 7:00 PM in Nashville.
Distance & Flight Time
386 mi / 622 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 22h 59m.
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

SBN–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the South Bend to Nashville route.
Route details
Distance386 mi / 622 km
Flight time22h 59m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out / 1 return
1-stop connections26 hubs
Origin: SBN
Full nameSouth Bend International Airport
IATA / ICAOSBN / KSBN
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Knox
Passengers/yr0.9M
Elevation799 ft / 244 m
Destination: BNA
Full nameNashville International Airport
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SBN to BNA flights.
Nonstop flights from South Bend International Airport to Nashville International Airport take approximately 22h 59m. The route covers 386 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from SBN to BNA. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through APF, PHL, DSM, CSG, PBI, HOU, OMA, DAL, FLL, ORD, MSP, CLT, ATL, DTW, IAD, PIE, DFW, RSW, SRQ, DEN, MCO, LAS, SFB, PGD, CMH and PIT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Nashville is 1 hour ahead of South Bend.
Yes, return flights from BNA to SBN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include MDW, ORD and GRR. 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 SBN to BNA

South Bend International Airport (SBN) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SBN to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SBN to BNA ranges from 22 hours 59 minutes. The route covers a distance of 386 miles (622 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

26 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via APF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chicago (MDW), Chicago (ORD) and Grand Rapids (GRR).