Valparaiso to Nashville (VPS–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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WN3145
WN Southwest
7S7
7:15 AM
EDT
8:45 AM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN2889
WN Southwest
7S7
8:18 AM
EDT
9:37 AM
EDT
1h 19m
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WN1718
WN Southwest
7S7
12:30 PM
EDT
2:00 PM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN4632
WN Southwest
7M8
12:35 PM
EDT
2:15 PM
EDT
1h 40m
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WN1090
WN Southwest
7M8
6:00 PM
EDT
7:35 PM
EDT
1h 35m
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WN2111
WN Southwest
73H
6:00 PM
EDT
7:30 PM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN1570
WN Southwest
7S7
6:05 PM
EDT
7:40 PM
EDT
1h 35m
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WN2432
WN Southwest
73H
6:15 PM
EDT
7:50 PM
EDT
1h 35m
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WN2651
WN Southwest
7M8
8:10 AM
EDT
9:45 AM
EDT
1h 35m
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WN1204
WN Southwest
7M8
8:15 AM
EDT
9:45 AM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN1092
WN Southwest
7S7
8:15 AM
EDT
9:45 AM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN1189
WN Southwest
B38M
1:45 PM
EDT
3:20 PM
EDT
1h 35m
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WN470
WN Southwest
7S7
1:50 PM
EDT
3:20 PM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN2186
WN Southwest
7M8
7:30 PM
EDT
9:00 PM
EDT
1h 30m
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WN4698
WN Southwest
7S7
7:40 PM
EDT
9:15 PM
EDT
1h 35m
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Valparaiso to Nashville
1 carrier, 34 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 34 Flights/wk 390 mi 1h 19m nonstop 29 1-stop hubs

VPS–BNA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 390 miles in approximately 1h 19m. Beyond nonstop, 29 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop VPS–BNA service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
WN Southwest Airlines 34 73H, 7M8, 7S7 1h19-1h40 100%
Aircraft on this route
73H Boeing 737-800 – WN
7M8 Boeing 737 MAX 8 – WN
7S7 Boeing 737 MAX 7 – WN
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: WN (34 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, VPS to BNA direction.
Mon
6
flights
Tue
4
flights
Wed
4
flights
Thu
6
flights
Fri
6
flights
Sat
4
flights
Sun
4
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
8
Nonstop flights
34
Outbound / wk
34
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VPS to BNA.
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One-Stop Connections
29
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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Two-Stop Connections
1,539
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
VPS → BNA
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
43%
Return
BNA → VPS
48%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
48%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. VPS delays → BNA delays →

Other ways to reach Nashville from Valparaiso

Nearby airports with service to Nashville International Airport.
Metric VPS→BNA DSI→BNA PNS→BNA
Distance from VPS 6 mi 40 mi
Nonstop airlines 1 2 1
Weekly flights 34 1 36
Flight time 1h 19m 1h 5m 1h 21m
Departure OTP 100%
Airports within 200 miles of VPS with service to Nashville International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Nashville is 0 hours the same as Valparaiso.
VPS: EDT · BNA: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Valparaiso, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
Distance & Flight Time
390 mi / 628 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 19m to 1h 40m.
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.

VPS–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Valparaiso to Nashville route.
Route details
Distance390 mi / 628 km
Flight time1h 19m to 1h 40m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights34 out / 34 return
1-stop connections29 hubs
Origin: VPS
IATA / ICAOVPS / KVPS
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr2.3M
Elevation87 ft / 27 m
Destination: BNA
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VPS to BNA flights.
Nonstop flights from Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport to Nashville International Airport take approximately 1h 19m to 1h 40m. The route covers 390 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Southwest Airlines.
There are approximately 34 nonstop flights per week from VPS to BNA. The return direction has about 34 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BTR, TLH, XNA, CAK, FNT, SDF, AUS, DCA, TYS, ATL, JFK, DAL, CVG, EWR, MIA, DFW, MSP, MDW, CLT, STL, BWI, PIT, BOS, ORD, HOU, MCI, GRR, IND and LGA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from BNA to VPS are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include DSI, PNS and ECP. 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 VPS to BNA

Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) and Nashville International Airport (BNA) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.

VPS to BNA Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VPS to BNA ranges from 1 hours 19 minutes to 1 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 390 miles (628 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 34 return, totaling 68 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

29 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via BTR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Destin (DSI), Pensacola (PNS) and Panama City Beach (ECP).