San Jose to Nashville (SJC–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SJC–BNA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. KAI and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,942 miles in approximately 3h 37m. Beyond nonstop, 151 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KAI KAI | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nashville from San Jose
| Metric | SJC→BNA | OAK→BNA | SFO→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SJC | – | 29 mi | 30 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 1 | 1 | 53 |
| Flight time | 3h 37m | 3h 31m | 4h 20m |
| Departure OTP | 89% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SJC: PDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San Jose, it's 8:00 PM in Nashville.
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.
SJC–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SJC to BNA
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from KAI and Southwest Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SJC to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SJC to BNA ranges from 3 hours 37 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,942 miles (3,126 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 2 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
151 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via ELP. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Oakland (OAK), San Francisco (SFO) and Concord (CCR).