Seattle to Nashville (SEA–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SEA–BNA is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,974 miles in approximately 4h 26m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Alaska Airlines Also: AY, JL | 36 | 739, 73H, 73J, B39M | 4h24-4h31 | Oneworld | AY, JL | |
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: KE | 14 | BCS3 | 4h24-4h40 | SkyTeam | KE | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 13 | 7M8, B38M | 4h03-4h25 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nashville from Seattle
| Metric | SEA→BNA | BFI→BNA | OLM→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SEA | – | 5 mi | 43 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 81 | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 26m | 3h 37m | 4h |
| Departure OTP | 59% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SEA: PDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Seattle, it's 8:00 PM in Nashville.
Link Light Rail runs from downtown Seattle (Westlake station) to the airport in 38 minutes ($3.50 peak). Trains run every 6–12 minutes during peak hours from 5am to 1am. Ride-shares run $30–50 from downtown; SR-99 and I-5 can be heavily congested southbound during afternoon rush (3–7pm).
Sound Transit 574 express bus serves Tacoma ($2.50–4). Sounder commuter rail connects Tacoma to the airport area via a shuttle.
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.
SEA–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SEA to BNA
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines. With 81 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SEA to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SEA to BNA is about 4 hours 26 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,974 miles (3,176 km). There are approximately 81 weekly flights outbound and 75 return, totaling 156 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Bozeman Yellowstone, St. Louis Lambert and Denver. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Seattle (BFI) and Olympia (OLM).