The busiest airport in Tennesse, Nashville International Airport (BNA) is a getway to travelers who wish to explore the southern states in the US. Originally named Berry Field, hence the code BNA, the airport’s current structure was built in 1987 but it went through a major expansion project, the BNA Vision, which was completed in 2024. However, with an annual passenger traffic of over 22 million and increasing demand, another expansion project, the BNA Horizon, is already in the works and is expected to be completed in 2029.
Nashville Airport offers non-stop connections to over 100 domestic and international destinations and is a hub for Southwest Airlines. Other major airlines connecting Nashville Airport to international destinations are American Airlines, Air Canada, and British Airways.
Nashville Airport Services
Fast Track
Nashville Airport doesn’t have the typical Fast Track services found in most airports. There are dedicated lanes at security checkpoints for membership-based programs, like TSA PreCheck, and CLEAR.
These programs use biometric data to expedite airport security checks and allow members to bypass regular security lines at participating airports.
Special Assistance
Nashville Airport luggage storage
Nashville Airport Lounge
Nashville Airport WiFi
Nashville Airport Parking
If you’re driving to Nashville Airport for a short business trip or a longer vacation, there are several on-site options at the airport parking in Nashville.
Covered Parking
Terminal Garage 1
Short Walk to Terminal
$30/day
Terminal Garage 2
Adjacent to Terminal
$30/day
Surface Lots
Terminal Lot 1
Closest surface parking lot to Terminal
$20/day
Economy Lot B
Free shuttle to Terminal every 10 min.
$20/day
Economy Lot C
Free shuttle to Terminal every 10 min.
$20/day
Short-term Parking
85 designated short-term parking spaces in Terminal Garage 1.
Any open space within Terminal Garage 1 and Terminal Garage 2 is available for short-term use.
$0: 0 – 30 minutes
$5: 30 – 45 minutes
$10: 45 – 60 minutes
$20: 60 – 90 minutes
$25: 90 – 120 minutes
$30: 120+ minutes
Valet Parking
Ground floor of Terminal Garage 1
Service available 24/7
$40
Call +1 (615) 275 5381 for automated vehicle retrieval.
Arrivals
Departures
Nashville Airport Terminal
After the latest expansion project that was completed in 2024, Nashville Airport has one Main Terminal, which consists of 5 Concourses and is built on 5 Levels. All areas are connected to one another, and you can get around on foot, except for the Satellite Terminal. The Satellite Terminal is part of Concourse C and is accessible only by shuttle bus.
A helpful Nashville Airport map is available on the official airport website if you’re looking for something specific inside or outside the terminal.
Nashville Airport Main Terminal
Transportation options from and to Nashville Airport
Nashville Airport to Downtown
By Bus
Hop on the local bus line 18, operated by WeGo Public Transit, and reach Downtown Nashville in about 30 minutes.
*Departure every 45 minutes.
By Taxi
Get a Nashville Airport taxi from the rank to get anywhere you want in the city in 15 minutes.
Or, for a more personalized experience, pre-book a Nashville Airport transfer with Welcome Pickups.
By Car
Opt for car hire at Nashville Airport and reach any destination you want directly.
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
More connections from Nashville Airport
BUSES AND SHUTTLES
Several bus and shuttle operators connect Nashville Airport to other cities around Tennessee and Georgia.
Anchor Tours, Inc. – Nashville
CitiValet – Nashville, Brentwood, Donelson, Smyrna, & surrounding areas
Gray Line of Tennessee – Nashville
Groome Transportation – Chattanooga, TN, Atlanta, GA, &
Fort Campbell/Clarksville, TN
Honky Tonk Party Shuttle – Nashville and surrounding area points of interest, Airport shuttle from Chattanooga, Clarksville, Knoxville, Memphis
In Shuttle Transportation, Inc. – Nashville and Middle Tennessee, Southern United Coach and Tour – Kentucky / Tennessee
WeGo Public Transit (formerly MTA) – Downtown Nashville
TAXIS AND PRIVATE TRANSFERS
NASHVILLE AIRPORT CAR RENTAL
Hotels near Nashville Airport
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Nashville International Airport: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Security checkpoints: 03:30
Ticketing/Check-in: 2 to 3 hours prior to departure
Food and Drink: 08:00 to 20:00 (hours may vary and are based on flight schedules)
Recommended Arrival Times
International Flights: 3 hours
Domestic Flights: 2 hours
Airport Codes
IATA Nashville Airport code: BNA
ICAO Nashville Airport code: KBNA
Contact Information
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The Nashville Airport code BNA derives from the airport’s original name, Berry Field; BNA stands for Berry Field Nashville.
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