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Nashville International Airport

Nashville, United States · North America

BNA delivers strong local food, generally efficient single-terminal flow and fast security but trades off with expansion construction, limited lounges, road congestion and average on-time performance during rapid growth.

Airportist Score

7.2/ 10

Editorial 0–10 from comfort, navigation, food, transport, and disruption resilience — not a Google rating.

Passengers

25.7M

Average security

15 min

BNAGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for BNA.

Updated Sep 1, 2026

Single main terminal with operational Concourses B, C, D and T (A closed for rebuild until ~2028)
Southwest is dominant carrier (C/D gates); Delta (B), American (C) also major
~25.7 million passengers in 2025; rapid growth with New Horizon expansion ongoing
Security often under 10-15 min but peaks higher; CLEAR + PreCheck available
Strong local dining (multiple hot chicken spots) and live music vibe airside
No full-service Priority Pass lounge — only Minute Suites private rooms (Concourse D)

14 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation7.6

Food8.1

Transport6.9

Disruption resilience6.7

Key Stats

Annual passengers

25.7M

Terminals

1 main terminal (4 operational concourses; A closed)

On-time departures

75%

Average security

15 min

Best For

Local Nashville food and hot chickenStraightforward single-terminal domestic travelSouthwest-heavy itinerariesQuick security on non-peak days

Watch Out For

Ongoing New Horizon construction (Lot A closed, Central Core to 2027)Long walks to far C/D or satellite gatesLimited lounge options (no classic Priority Pass)Road/parking congestion and rideshare GTC walk during peaks

12 photos

Exterior of Concourse A at Nashville International Airport .

Nashville International Airport (BNA) at 1 Terminal Drive in Nashville, Tennessee.

This is an aerial view of Nashville International Airport (BNA) taken in June 2011. http://www.flynashville.com

Delta Air Lines Airbus A320-200 Nashville International Airport

American Eagle Embraer ERJ-145 Nashville International Airport

SkyWest Airlines Bombardier CRJ-200 Nashville International Airport

Nashville International Airport construction in August 2021

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 2 hours domestic, watch peak roads

Aim for 2 hours before domestic departures (3 international); security is usually quick but terminal access roads and parking fill fast during morning banks and events.

Official site often shows <10 min TSA waits; still factor construction detours and rideshare/GTC walk.

Terminal

Stay airside—all concourses connect post-security

One terminal means no re-clearing between B/C/D/T, but far C/D gates or C satellite can mean 10-15+ minute walks.

Use the interactive map app; Concourse A remains closed for reconstruction through at least 2027-28.

Food

Prioritize Nashville hot chicken

Hit Hattie B’s, 400 Degrees, Prince’s or Party Fowl for authentic local heat before boarding—better than generic chains.

Multiple locations airside; pair with local beer or banana pudding sides for the full Music City experience.

Status

Expect construction friction through 2027

New Horizon expansion (Central Core reopens Dec 2027) means Lot A closed, cashless parking, and occasional congestion—check flynashville.com alerts.

Growth to 40M passengers planned; on-time around 75% recently with weather/staffing spikes.

Nearby airports

Passenger airports within about 150 km.

BNAGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for BNA.

Updated Sep 1, 2026

Single main terminal with operational Concourses B, C, D and T (A closed for rebuild until ~2028)
Southwest is dominant carrier (C/D gates); Delta (B), American (C) also major
~25.7 million passengers in 2025; rapid growth with New Horizon expansion ongoing
Security often under 10-15 min but peaks higher; CLEAR + PreCheck available
Strong local dining (multiple hot chicken spots) and live music vibe airside
No full-service Priority Pass lounge — only Minute Suites private rooms (Concourse D)

14 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation7.6

Food8.1

Transport6.9

Disruption resilience6.7

Key Stats

Annual passengers

25.7M

Terminals

1 main terminal (4 operational concourses; A closed)

On-time departures

75%

Average security

15 min

Best For

Local Nashville food and hot chickenStraightforward single-terminal domestic travelSouthwest-heavy itinerariesQuick security on non-peak days

Watch Out For

BNAGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for BNA.

Updated Sep 1, 2026

Single main terminal with operational Concourses B, C, D and T (A closed for rebuild until ~2028)
Southwest is dominant carrier (C/D gates); Delta (B), American (C) also major
~25.7 million passengers in 2025; rapid growth with New Horizon expansion ongoing
Security often under 10-15 min but peaks higher; CLEAR + PreCheck available
Strong local dining (multiple hot chicken spots) and live music vibe airside
No full-service Priority Pass lounge — only Minute Suites private rooms (Concourse D)

14 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation7.6

Food8.1

Transport6.9

Disruption resilience6.7

Key Stats

Annual passengers

25.7M

Terminals

1 main terminal (4 operational concourses; A closed)

On-time departures

75%

Average security

15 min

Best For

Local Nashville food and hot chickenStraightforward single-terminal domestic travelSouthwest-heavy itinerariesQuick security on non-peak days

Watch Out For

BNAGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

A current security estimate is not available. Check the official airport site or MyTSA before travel.

MyTSA

Official airport site TSA screening guide

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 05:17 CDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:17 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for BNA.

Updated Sep 1, 2026

Single main terminal with operational Concourses B, C, D and T (A closed for rebuild until ~2028)
Southwest is dominant carrier (C/D gates); Delta (B), American (C) also major
~25.7 million passengers in 2025; rapid growth with New Horizon expansion ongoing
Security often under 10-15 min but peaks higher; CLEAR + PreCheck available
Strong local dining (multiple hot chicken spots) and live music vibe airside
No full-service Priority Pass lounge — only Minute Suites private rooms (Concourse D)

14 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation7.6

Food8.1

Transport6.9

Disruption resilience6.7

Key Stats

Annual passengers

25.7M

Terminals

1 main terminal (4 operational concourses; A closed)

On-time departures

75%

Average security

15 min

Best For

Local Nashville food and hot chickenStraightforward single-terminal domestic travelSouthwest-heavy itinerariesQuick security on non-peak days

Watch Out For

Most important tips

Know before you go

A compact traveler cheat sheet for timing, terminals, food, and disruption checks.

Timing

Arrive 2 hours domestic, watch peak roads

Aim for 2 hours before domestic departures (3 international); security is usually quick but terminal access roads and parking fill fast during morning banks and events.

Official site often shows <10 min TSA waits; still factor construction detours and rideshare/GTC walk.

Terminal

Stay airside—all concourses connect post-security

One terminal means no re-clearing between B/C/D/T, but far C/D gates or C satellite can mean 10-15+ minute walks.

Use the interactive map app; Concourse A remains closed for reconstruction through at least 2027-28.

Food

Prioritize Nashville hot chicken

Hit Hattie B’s, 400 Degrees, Prince’s or Party Fowl for authentic local heat before boarding—better than generic chains.

Multiple locations airside; pair with local beer or banana pudding sides for the full Music City experience.

Status

Expect construction friction through 2027

New Horizon expansion (Central Core reopens Dec 2027) means Lot A closed, cashless parking, and occasional congestion—check flynashville.com alerts.

Growth to 40M passengers planned; on-time around 75% recently with weather/staffing spikes.

BNAGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for BNA.

Updated Sep 1, 2026

Single main terminal with operational Concourses B, C, D and T (A closed for rebuild until ~2028)
Southwest is dominant carrier (C/D gates); Delta (B), American (C) also major
~25.7 million passengers in 2025; rapid growth with New Horizon expansion ongoing
Security often under 10-15 min but peaks higher; CLEAR + PreCheck available
Strong local dining (multiple hot chicken spots) and live music vibe airside
No full-service Priority Pass lounge — only Minute Suites private rooms (Concourse D)

14 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation7.6

Food8.1

Transport6.9

Disruption resilience6.7

Key Stats

Annual passengers

25.7M

Terminals

1 main terminal (4 operational concourses; A closed)

On-time departures

75%

Average security

15 min

Best For

Local Nashville food and hot chickenStraightforward single-terminal domestic travelSouthwest-heavy itinerariesQuick security on non-peak days

Watch Out For

BNAGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

A current security estimate is not available. Check the official airport site or MyTSA before travel.

MyTSA

Official airport site TSA screening guide

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 05:17 CDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:17 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for BNA.

Updated Sep 1, 2026

Single main terminal with operational Concourses B, C, D and T (A closed for rebuild until ~2028)
Southwest is dominant carrier (C/D gates); Delta (B), American (C) also major
~25.7 million passengers in 2025; rapid growth with New Horizon expansion ongoing
Security often under 10-15 min but peaks higher; CLEAR + PreCheck available
Strong local dining (multiple hot chicken spots) and live music vibe airside
No full-service Priority Pass lounge — only Minute Suites private rooms (Concourse D)

14 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation7.6

Food8.1

Transport6.9

Disruption resilience6.7

Key Stats

Annual passengers

25.7M

Terminals

1 main terminal (4 operational concourses; A closed)

On-time departures

75%

Average security

15 min

Best For

Local Nashville food and hot chickenStraightforward single-terminal domestic travelSouthwest-heavy itinerariesQuick security on non-peak days

Watch Out For

BNAGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

A current security estimate is not available. Check the official airport site or MyTSA before travel.

MyTSA

Official airport site TSA screening guide

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 05:17 CDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:17 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for BNA.

Updated Sep 1, 2026

Single main terminal with operational Concourses B, C, D and T (A closed for rebuild until ~2028)
Southwest is dominant carrier (C/D gates); Delta (B), American (C) also major
~25.7 million passengers in 2025; rapid growth with New Horizon expansion ongoing
Security often under 10-15 min but peaks higher; CLEAR + PreCheck available
Strong local dining (multiple hot chicken spots) and live music vibe airside
No full-service Priority Pass lounge — only Minute Suites private rooms (Concourse D)

14 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation7.6

Food8.1

Transport6.9

Disruption resilience6.7

Key Stats

Annual passengers

25.7M

Terminals

1 main terminal (4 operational concourses; A closed)

On-time departures

75%

Average security

15 min

Best For

Local Nashville food and hot chickenStraightforward single-terminal domestic travelSouthwest-heavy itinerariesQuick security on non-peak days

Watch Out For

BNAGuide

Live airport status

Current operations

Security wait times

A current security estimate is not available. Check the official airport site or MyTSA before travel.

MyTSA

Official airport site TSA screening guide

Operational status

Normal operations

No Flighty-reported operational issues for this airport.

Status update: 05:17 CDT

Source: Flighty Airports

Status response Sep 6, 10:17 UTC · Confirm live conditions with official sources before travel.

Guide quick facts

Pulled from the editorial markdown guide for BNA.

Updated Sep 1, 2026

Single main terminal with operational Concourses B, C, D and T (A closed for rebuild until ~2028)
Southwest is dominant carrier (C/D gates); Delta (B), American (C) also major
~25.7 million passengers in 2025; rapid growth with New Horizon expansion ongoing
Security often under 10-15 min but peaks higher; CLEAR + PreCheck available
Strong local dining (multiple hot chicken spots) and live music vibe airside
No full-service Priority Pass lounge — only Minute Suites private rooms (Concourse D)

14 official sources

Airportist Score Breakdown

Comfort7.0

Navigation7.6

Food8.1

Transport6.9

Disruption resilience6.7

Key Stats

Annual passengers

25.7M

Terminals

1 main terminal (4 operational concourses; A closed)

On-time departures

75%

Average security

15 min

Best For

Local Nashville food and hot chickenStraightforward single-terminal domestic travelSouthwest-heavy itinerariesQuick security on non-peak days

Watch Out For