Travelling from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Tampa's main airports, Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). Explore your options for booking a flight from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA) taking off from either of these bases.
The average duration of a direct Tampa to Nashville International Airport flight is 2 hours.
Nashville is one hour behind Tampa. Nashville International Airport is located in Nashville, which is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Tampa International Airport (TPA) to Nashville International Airport (BNA) is the most popular route. There are 40 direct flights a week to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, hop on the last flight with Southwest Airlines at 10:30pm. Opt for the first TPA to BNA departure with Southwest Airlines at 5:55am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Your flight from Tampa to BNA won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Going away during a peak time like March? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and spring break) can add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is a convenient option for travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA) leave from this terminal.
Pick from a variety of carriers offering direct flights from Tampa to Nashville International Airport departing from TPA. Reserve your trip with one of these:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between TPA and BNA is Southwest Airlines.
With 76.04% of services arriving as planned, Southwest Airlines is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 11 kilometres from central Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
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Of the departures from Tampa International Airport, 78% touch down on time at their destination.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You can book a direct Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA) plane ticket with departures from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE). See if flying from PIE works better for your plans.
Allegiant Air operates direct flights from Tampa to BNA out of PIE. Book your favourite window (or aisle) seat and reach your destination without any detours.
On the PIE to BNA route, Allegiant Air is the go-to airline for most travellers on this route.
Allegiant Air is the most reliable carrier flying from St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport to Nashville International Airport, with 77.78% of its services arriving as scheduled.
You can get to PIE from central Tampa in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 32 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Tampa to BNA flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Nashville International Airport (BNA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tampa to Nashville International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BNA instead:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around one week ahead of your Tampa to Nashville International Airport flight.
The street address for BNA is 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 taxi, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
R 639 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Nashville International Airport. A return flight starts from R 1,687. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
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The best month for scoring cheap Tampa to Nashville International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to Nashville International Airport (BNA). July is the busiest month to travel to Nashville. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in December.
Book a Tampa to BNA plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nashville to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Nashville International Airport in January if you like travelling in 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 lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Nashville right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Nashville International Airport:
Grand Ole Opry and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum are a couple of major attractions to put on your Nashville travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at The Johnny Cash Museum.
Explore more of the United States
Louisville is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Nashville. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, its top 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. Experience major highlights starting with Kentucky Horse Park, Keeneland Association Inc and James E. Pepper Distillery.