Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Nashville International Airport (BNA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Nashville International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 25 minutes.
Nashville is two hours ahead of San Francisco and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
Every week, there are 19 San Francisco International Airport to Nashville International Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board early, jump on the 10:49 United Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 23:30 with United Airlines.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to BNA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Getting to Nashville (and then exploring more of United States!) is a snap with United Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Nashville International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with United Airlines on this route.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates SFO to BNA flights, with 79.12% of its services landing on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Nashville International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SFO and BNA:
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Nashville International Airport flight is 79 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 167 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get cheap tickets from SFO to BNA, reserve your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Nashville International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SFO to BNA.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
77.36% of flights that take off from San Francisco International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near SFO. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Nashville International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Nashville International Airport (BNA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late San Francisco International Airport to Nashville International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BNA instead:
Grab a Nashville International Airport rental car and explore Nashville and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Nashville International Airport around one week ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to central Nashville
The address for BNA is One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
Nashville International Airport to central Nashville has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
July is the busiest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Nashville International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Nashville in April.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Nashville International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Nashville, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SFO to BNA in January. Temperatures average between -5ºC (23ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Indianapolis is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Nashville. Around 402 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in United States, consider Memphis, about 322 kilometres west of Nashville. Beale Street, National Civil Rights Museum and Sun Studio are key reasons to visit.
