Detroit to Nashville (YIP–BNA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Detroit to Nashville
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
24 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YIP and BNA, connecting options are available through 24 hubs.

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YIP to BNA.
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One-Stop Connections
24
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~3h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
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
YIP → BNA
88%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
88%
Return
BNA → YIP
83%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
83%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. BNA delays →

Other ways to reach Nashville from Detroit

Nearby airports with service to Nashville International Airport.
Metric YIP→BNA DTW→BNA FNT→BNA
Distance from YIP 9 mi 52 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 6 1
Weekly flights 0 74 6
Airports within 200 miles of YIP with service to Nashville International Airport.

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 6:00 PM in Nashville.
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.

YIP–BNA Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Detroit to Nashville route.
Route details
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections24 hubs
Origin: YIP
IATA / ICAOYIP / KYIP
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Elevation716 ft / 218 m
Destination: BNA
IATA / ICAOBNA / KBNA
TimezoneAmerica/Kentucky/Monticello
Passengers/yr24.1M
Elevation599 ft / 183 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YIP to BNA flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CMH, CHA, IND, PIT, MKE, MDW, CHO, MEM, CLT, ATW, IAD, OMA, MCI, BWI, JAX, MSP, PHL, PIE, SRQ, LRD, FLL, SNA, LAS and OAK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from BNA to YIP are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include DTW, FNT and LAN. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

24 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via CMH. Nearby alternative airports include Detroit (DTW), Flint (FNT) and Lansing (LAN).