Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Nashville International Airport (BNA): What you need to know
Nashville International Airport is located in Nashville. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is three hours behind Rio de Janeiro.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your flight from Rio de Janeiro to BNA.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like January and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to BNA leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Travelling from central Rio de Janeiro to GIG takes around 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Nashville International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport:
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport gets high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from GIG reach their destination without delay.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is about 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 20 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport the day before your Rio de Janeiro to BNA flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 79%.
About Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Consider booking a hotel close to BNA if you're catching a late flight from Rio de Janeiro to Nashville International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Rio de Janeiro to Nashville International Airport flight.
You'll find BNA at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
Getting from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to central Nashville
The centre of Nashville is around 10 kilometres from Nashville International Airport. Travel times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Nashville International Airport is R 6,311. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 10,157. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to BNA if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Rio de Janeiro to Nashville International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Nashville International Airport (BNA). July is the busiest month to travel to Nashville. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in December.
When booking your Rio de Janeiro to BNA plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Nashville, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Nashville International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Nashville
Once you've booked your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Nashville International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Nashville:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and The Johnny Cash Museum are must-do's during your Nashville adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Louisville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Nashville. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Louisville Mega Cavern, Actors Theatre of Louisville and Belle of Louisville.
Around 290 kilometres northeast of Nashville, Lexington is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Kentucky Horse Park, Keeneland Association Inc and James E. Pepper Distillery.