Flying from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Explore the options for booking a flight from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA) departing from either of these.
The average duration of a direct Tampa to Nashville International Airport flight is 1 hour 55 minutes.
Nashville International Airport is located in Nashville. The city is in the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour behind Tampa.
The busiest route is from Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Nashville International Airport (BNA), with 34 direct weekly services. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from TPA to BNA is the 5:55am Southwest Airlines option. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 10:30pm with Southwest Airlines.
Your flight from Tampa to BNA won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Heading off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Go straight to your destination from Tampa International Airport (TPA). Direct flights from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA) operate from here.
At TPA, you can choose from various carriers that offer direct flights from Tampa to Nashville International Airport, including:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between TPA and BNA is Southwest Airlines.
The top on-time carrier on this route is Southwest Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 77.9% of the time.
Located around 13 kilometres from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Tampa International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Tampa to Nashville International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
78.59% of flights that depart Tampa International Airport land at their destination on time.
TPA's address is 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
Planning to catch a flight from St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)? Direct Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA) plane tickets are available from here.
From PIE, direct flights from Tampa to BNA are offered by Allegiant Air.
Allegiant Air is the most popular choice for passengers flying from PIE to BNA.
Want to fly with a carrier that won't keep you waiting? Choose Allegiant Air. 91.3% of its flights between St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport and Nashville International Airport touch down as planned.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 29 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before your Tampa to BNA flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport:
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.01%. This figure shows how frequently flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Nashville International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near BNA and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Explore without limits with a Nashville International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and find adventure across Nashville and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around one week in advance of your Tampa to Nashville International Airport flight.
BNA is located at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
Getting from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to central Nashville
Nashville International Airport to central Nashville is roughly 10 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Nashville International Airport is R 872. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,745. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Get your hands on cheap flights from Tampa to BNA by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Tampa to Nashville International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Nashville. July is when most people book flights from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Nashville is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Tampa to BNA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Tampa to Nashville International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Nashville
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Nashville right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Tampa to Nashville International Airport:
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
You've done Nashville, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey around 257 kilometres north to Louisville to check off its popular sights. From Louisville Mega Cavern to Actors Theatre of Louisville and Belle of Louisville, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 290 kilometres north-east of Nashville, Lexington is another favourite stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Kentucky Horse Park, Keeneland Association Inc and James E. Pepper Distillery.