San Francisco to Nashville (SFO–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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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.
SFO–BNA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines, Southwest Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,964 miles in approximately 4h 34m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines Also: VA | 33 | 319, 738, 739, 7M8, B39M | 4h33-4h38 | Star Alliance | VA | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 14 | 7M8, 7S7 | 4h18-4h25 | – | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | |
| TWY TWY | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Nashville from San Francisco
| Metric | SFO→BNA | OAK→BNA | SJC→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SFO | – | 11 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 3 | 9 |
| Weekly flights | 66 | – | 14 |
| Flight time | 4h 34m | 3h 51m | 4h 14m |
| Departure OTP | 50% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SFO: PDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San Francisco, it's 8:00 PM in Nashville.
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) runs from downtown San Francisco (Embarcadero, Powell St.) to the SFO station and then a free AirTrain shuttle to all terminals (30–40 min from Embarcadero, $10.45). BART also connects Oakland and Berkeley; useful for East Bay travelers. Trains run from ~4am to midnight.Taxis from downtown San Francisco cost $40–60. Ride-hails (Uber, Lyft) pick up in the designated area in the garage and are often $30–50 depending on surge pricing. SamTrans buses serve Peninsula cities. Highway 101 and I-280 are heavily congested during commute hours; BART is faster than driving at those times.
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.
SFO–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SFO to BNA
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines, Southwest Airlines and SkyWest Airlines. With 66 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SFO to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SFO to BNA is about 4 hours 34 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,964 miles (3,161 km). There are approximately 66 weekly flights outbound and 100 return, totaling 166 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Denver, Salt Lake City and Dallas Love Field. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Oakland (OAK), San Jose (SJC) and Concord (CCR).