Sacramento to Nashville (SMF–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SMF–BNA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,913 miles in approximately 4h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 68 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 7 | 738 | 4h05 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Nashville from Sacramento
| Metric | SMF→BNA | CCR→BNA | STS→BNA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SMF | – | 55 mi | 67 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – | – |
| Flight time | 4h 5m | 2h 31m | 4h 2m |
| Departure OTP | 89% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
SMF: PDT · BNA: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Sacramento, 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.
SMF–BNA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SMF to BNA
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SMF to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SMF to BNA ranges from 4 hours 5 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,913 miles (3,078 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
68 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via UDD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Concord (CCR), Santa Rosa (STS) and Oakland (OAK).