Travelling from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville International Airport (BNA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Nashville's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Nashville one hour behind Durham.
Flights from RDU to BNA start from 05:50 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last departure is at 21:30 with Southwest Airlines. In total, you can choose from 53 weekly Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your RDU to BNA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport, so jetting off to Nashville (and then discovering more of United States!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates RDU to BNA flights. An exceptional 86.49% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between RDU and BNA:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport flight is 75 €. A return fare is currently 150 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from RDU to BNA.
The cheapest month for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from RDU to BNA.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport has a strong on-time performance, making delays less likely. Departures from RDU arrive on schedule 80.09% of the time.
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to RDU:
Arriving at Nashville International Airport (BNA)
If you have a late Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near BNA:
Travel at your own speed with a Nashville International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and discover more of Nashville and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Nashville International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to central Nashville
BNA is located at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
Nashville International Airport to the centre of Nashville has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Nashville. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Nashville, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RDU to BNA in January. Average temperatures are between -5ºC (23ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've done Nashville, now it's time to explore more of United States. Travel around 402 kilometres north to Indianapolis to tick off its popular sights. From The Children's Museum of Indianapolis to Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United States, consider Memphis, about 322 kilometres west of Nashville. Beale Street, National Civil Rights Museum and Sun Studio are highlights.
