BNA · Nashville, TN · Large Hub

Nashville International Airport Guide

Terminals, minimum connection times, ground transport, parking, lounges, and layover advice for Nashville International Airport (BNA), every figure cited to the airport's own data.

Quick answer

  • Terminals: 1 terminal, airside-connected
  • Minimum connection time: 30 min domestic, 1 hr 15 min international to domestic
  • Arrive: 1 hr 30 min before domestic, 2 hr 30 min before international
  • To Nashville: about 15 min one-way
  • Free WiFi: Yes

Terminals & connections

Nashville International Airport has 1 terminal. All are airside-connected; you can transfer between them without re-clearing security. All concourses airside-connected through central hub (Music City Central).

Main Terminal (Concourses A, B, C, D)

10 airlines: Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, and more

Single terminal, concourses airside-connected.

Minimum connection times

Domestic to domestic
30 min
Domestic to international
45 min
International to domestic
1 hr 15 min
International to international
1 hr
Transfer system
Airside walkways
Airside connected
Yes

Layover helper

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Security & TSA

Typical TSA wait at BNA is 25 minutes at peak and 8 minutes off-peak. Arrive at least 1 hr 30 min before a domestic flight and 2 hr 30 min before international.

TSA PreCheck
Available
CLEAR
Available
Global Entry
Available

BNA has seen explosive growth; peak waits can exceed 30 min.

Lounges

1 notable lounge at BNA, including airline-branded clubs and third-party options accessible via Priority Pass or day-pass. Check your credit card benefits (Amex Platinum, Chase Sapphire Reserve, Capital One Venture X) before paying a day-pass fee.

The Club BNA

Concourse C

Priority Pass

Access: Priority Pass

Amenities: Bar

Amenities

3 of 7 core amenities available at BNA: free WiFi, nursing rooms, pet relief. Free WiFi quality is rated good. Dining options span 1 terminal.

Showers

Not available

Sleep pods

Not available

WiFi

Free (good)

Nursing rooms

Available

Multiple locations

Chapel

Not available

Pet relief areas

Available

Pet relief areas

Dining highlights

Central (Music City Central): Tootsie's Orchid Lounge, Hattie B's Hot Chicken

Ground transport to Nashville

BNA is about 15 min from downtown Nashville by the fastest transit option.

Option Cost Time
Uber/Lyft
Rideshare
 $20-$35 15-30 min
WeGo Route 18
Bus
Downtown bus.
 $2 35-50 min

Parking

BNA parking ranges from $12/day economy to $26/day short-term.

Short-term
$26/day
Long-term
$20/day
Economy
$12/day
Valet
Not available

Can I leave BNA during a layover?

Yes, BNA is close enough to Nashville that a 3-hour layover is workable. With 6+ hours, you have time to see part of Nashville. Round-trip to the city center is about 30 min plus re-screening on return.

BNA's live music at Music City Central means you don't need to leave the airport for Nashville charm. Broadway honky-tonks are 15 min by rideshare.

Overnight layover hotels

  • Hilton Nashville Airport
    5-min shuttle
    $$

Frequently asked questions

How early should I arrive at BNA?

Arrive at least 90 minutes before a domestic flight from BNA, and 150 minutes before an international flight.

What is the minimum connection time at BNA?

BNA requires at least 30 minutes for domestic-to-domestic connections and 75 minutes for international-to-domestic connections. All concourses are airside-connected, so you do not need to re-clear security when changing concourses.

How long does it take to get between terminals at BNA?

Budget 5 min for same-terminal transfers and 10 min for different-terminal transfers at BNA via Airside walkways. All concourses airside-connected through central hub (Music City Central).

Can I leave BNA during a 3-hour layover?

Yes, BNA is close enough to Nashville that 3-hour layovers are workable. Round-trip to the city center is about 30 minutes plus re-screening. BNA's live music at Music City Central means you don't need to leave the airport for Nashville charm. Broadway honky-tonks are 15 min by rideshare.

Does BNA have showers?

BNA does not have dedicated public showers. Paid lounge access is typically required for shower facilities.

Does BNA have sleep pods?

BNA does not have dedicated sleep pods. Check premium airline lounges for quiet rooms.

Is WiFi free at BNA?

Yes. BNA offers free WiFi throughout the airport.

What is the cheapest way to get from BNA to Nashville?

The cheapest option is typically WeGo Route 18 at $2, taking 35-50 minutes. Downtown bus.

Is there TSA PreCheck and CLEAR at BNA?

BNA supports TSA PreCheck and has CLEAR lanes. Global Entry kiosks are available for returning international travelers. Typical peak-hour wait is 25 minutes. BNA has seen explosive growth; peak waits can exceed 30 min.

Where should I eat at BNA during a layover?

Notable dining at BNA includes Tootsie's Orchid Lounge (Central (Music City Central)), Hattie B's Hot Chicken (Central (Music City Central)).

How much does parking cost at BNA?

BNA parking rates: $26/day short-term, $20/day long-term, $12/day economy. Book online in advance for significant discounts vs. drive-up rates.

Is there a hotel at BNA for overnight layovers?

The closest option is Hilton Nashville Airport (5-min shuttle, $$). Budget time for the shuttle or rideshare in your overnight plan.

Are there pet relief areas at BNA?

Yes. Pet relief areas.

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Sources & verification

Verified 2026-04-14. Airport operations, parking rates, and amenities change; always confirm with Nashville International Airport before flying.