--- iata: BNA name: Nashville International Airport city: Nashville country: United States lastUpdated: '2026-09-01' officialWebsite: 'https://flynashville.com/' sources: - 'https://flynashville.com/' - 'https://flynashville.com/park-at-bna' - 'https://flynashville.com/ground-transportation' - 'https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nashville_International_Airport' - 'https://www.aa.com/web/i18n/travelInformation/airportAmenities/bna-club.html' - 'https://www.delta.com/us/en/delta-sky-club/locations' - 'https://minutesuites.com/locations/nashville-airport/concourse-d/' - >- https://www.prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/united-states-of-america/nashville-international/bna1-minute-suites-nashville - 'https://www.wegotransit.com/ride/transit-services/airport/' - 'https://fortcampbell.uso.org/nashville' - >- https://www.wsmv.com/2025/11/12/study-where-nashville-airport-ranks-flight-delays-amongst-busiest-airports-us/ - 'https://www.reddit.com/r/nashville/comments/1i9rxp4/bna_expansion_lounges/' - >- https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/british-airways-british-airways-club/2164381-ba-bna-lounge-access.html - 'https://clearme.com/all-locations/nashville-international-airport' quickFacts: - >- 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) bentoTips: - label: Timing title: 'Arrive 2 hours domestic, watch peak roads' detail: >- Official site often shows <10 min TSA waits; still factor construction detours and rideshare/GTC walk. summary: >- 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. category: timing - label: Terminal title: Stay airside—all concourses connect post-security detail: >- Use the interactive map app; Concourse A remains closed for reconstruction through at least 2027-28. summary: >- 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. category: terminal - label: Food title: Prioritize Nashville hot chicken detail: >- Multiple locations airside; pair with local beer or banana pudding sides for the full Music City experience. summary: >- Hit Hattie B’s, 400 Degrees, Prince’s or Party Fowl for authentic local heat before boarding—better than generic chains. category: food - label: Status title: Expect construction friction through 2027 detail: >- Growth to 40M passengers planned; on-time around 75% recently with weather/staffing spikes. summary: >- New Horizon expansion (Central Core reopens Dec 2027) means Lot A closed, cashless parking, and occasional congestion—check flynashville.com alerts. category: status lounges: - name: Delta Sky Club hours: 'Sun-Fri 4:15am-7:30pm; Sat 4:15am-6:00/6:30pm' access: - Delta Sky Club membership - Delta One/First or SkyTeam premium - eligible Amex Platinum/Delta Reserve (subject to rules and capacity) - Delta elite status with qualifying ticket bestFor: - Delta flyers - Work - Pre-flight meal summary: >- Solid, well-reviewed Sky Club with good hot food and quieter vibe than many hubs; worth it if you have access, though hours end early for late flights. verdict: worth-it terminal: Concourse B amenities: - Complimentary food and drinks - Full-service bar - Wi-Fi - Workspaces - name: Admirals Club hours: 'Daily 4:00am-8:00pm' access: - Admirals Club membership - eligible AA elite/premium cabin - oneworld Sapphire/Emerald - day pass if available bestFor: - AA flyers - Short rests summary: >- Functional but basic and sometimes crowded; better than the gate area for AA passengers yet not a standout lounge per traveler reports. verdict: depends terminal: Concourse C amenities: - Complimentary food and drinks - Full-service bar - Wi-Fi - name: Minute Suites hours: 'Daily 4:00am-10:00/11:00pm (last reservation ~9pm)' access: - Priority Pass (1 hour free then ~$40/hr discounted) - Walk-up/day rate starting ~$45/hr + $5 Clean & Serene fee - Reservations recommended bestFor: - Long layovers - Naps - Private work calls - Priority Pass holders summary: >- Best (and only real) Priority Pass option—private quiet rooms beat open lounges for rest or focus, though not a full-service food lounge. verdict: worth-it terminal: Concourse D amenities: - Private lockable suite - Daybed sofa - Desk/workstation - Smart TV/streaming - Wi-Fi - Outlets - Sound masking - name: USO Nashville hours: 'Daily ~7:00am-7:00pm (confirm locally; some sources list 8am-6pm)' access: - 'Active duty, Guard, Reserve, retired military and eligible family' bestFor: - Military travelers summary: >- Welcoming free haven for service members and families with basics and community feel—use it if eligible. verdict: worth-it terminal: C/D connector amenities: - Snacks - Computers - TVs - Wi-Fi - Quiet space waterOptions: - kind: refill name: Water bottle refill stations zone: airside summary: >- Filtered stations at nearly every restroom cluster—bring an empty bottle through security for free cold water. location: >- Near restrooms throughout, e.g. Concourse D at Gates D2/D5, Concourse C near Gate C8, and other restroom clusters airside terminal: Multiple concourses isBestValue: true isBestQuality: true - kind: refill name: Water refill station zone: landside summary: Convenient pre-security option if you need to fill before clearing TSA. location: Near A/B exit Level 3 or baggage claim areas Level 2 landside terminal: Main terminal - kind: purchase name: Convenience shops / Hudson-type vendors zone: airside price: $4-6 for 500ml typical airport markup summary: >- Standard expensive bottled water; only buy if you forgot a bottle—refills are everywhere and free. location: >- Airside shops opposite gates or near central marketplace and concourse connectors terminal: Concourses B/C/D - kind: purchase name: Food court / quick-service spots zone: airside price: Often $3-5 if available as add-on summary: >- Sometimes slightly cheaper bundled with food than pure retail shops, but still not a deal versus refill. location: >- Near hot chicken or coffee outlets in Concourse D (e.g. by Party Fowl/Gate D area) or central areas terminal: Various airportistScore: 7.2 slug: bna region: North America --- > Markdown for [/airports/bna](/airports/bna). Append `.md` to any page URL (or send `Accept: text/markdown`) for an agent-readable copy. - [HTML page](/airports/bna) - [Lounge directory](/airports/bna/lounges.md) - [Sitemap](/sitemap.md) # Nashville International Airport (BNA) 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** - Comfort: 7.0 - Navigation: 7.6 - Food: 8.1 - Transport: 6.9 - Disruption resilience: 6.7 ## At a glance - Passengers: 25.7M - Terminals: 1 main terminal (4 operational concourses; A closed) - Typical security: 15 min - On-time: 75% - Disruption: minor ## Best for - Local Nashville food and hot chicken - Straightforward single-terminal domestic travel - Southwest-heavy itineraries - Quick 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 gates - Limited lounge options (no classic Priority Pass) - Road/parking congestion and rideshare GTC walk during peaks ## More intel - [Lounge directory](/airports/bna/lounges.md) (free) - [Getting there](/airports/bna/getting-there.md) (free) - [Amenities](/airports/bna/amenities.md) - [Traveler tips](/airports/bna/tips.md) - [Water](/airports/bna/water.md) - [Full guide](/airports/bna/guide.md) - [Disruptions](/airports/bna/disruptions.md) - [Reviews](/airports/bna/reviews.md)