Nashville International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 1m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Nashville International Airport
Nashville International Airport is a public/military airport in the southeastern section of Nashville, Tennessee, United States. Established in 1937, its original name was Berry Field, from which its ICAO and IATA identifiers are derived. The current terminal was built in 1987, and the airport took its current name in 1988. Nashville International Airport has four runways and covers 4,555 acres (1,843 ha) of land. It is the busiest airport in Tennessee, with more boardings and arrivals than all other airports in the state combined.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KBNANOTAMs
KBNAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31▸ displaced | 11,030 ft / 3,362 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 02C / 20C▸ displaced | 8,001 ft / 2,439 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 02R / 20L | 8,001 ft / 2,439 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
| 02L / 20R | 7,704 ft / 2,348 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (10)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.600 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 135.100 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 126.050 MHz |
| DEP | DEP | 118.400 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| MISC | ANG MAINT | 138.100 MHz |
| OPS | ANG OPS | 32.290 MHz |
| RDO | RDO | 122.200 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.600 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
BNA offers several parking options and will transition to cashless parking on July 1, 2026.
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 16 of 57 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NASHVILLE CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: S (from about 180°), on 21% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 69% | -707 ft | |
| Feb | 66% | -274 ft | |
| Mar | 80% | 328 ft | |
| Apr | 85% | 835 ft | |
| May | 86% | 1,371 ft | |
| Jun | 91% | 1,841 ft | |
| Jul | 92% | 1,986 ft | |
| Aug | 90% | 1,875 ft | |
| Sep | 89% | 1,553 ft | |
| Oct | 84% | 873 ft | |
| Nov | 79% | -27 ft | |
| Dec | 69% | -257 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-707–1,986 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WJYN-FM (Nashville) | 1,224 ft | 830 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 489 ft | 548 ft | — |
| Bridgestone Tower | 459 ft | 453 ft | — |
| Pinnacle Building | 417 ft | 440 ft | — |
| Nashville Life & Casualty Tower | 407 ft | 577 ft | — |
| Nashville City Center | 400 ft | 568 ft | — |
| Renaissance Nashville Hotel | 384 ft | 577 ft | — |
| Viridian | 377 ft | 591 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Nashville International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Nashville International Airport?
The ICAO code for Nashville International Airport is KBNA, and its IATA code is BNA.
Where is Nashville International Airport located?
Nashville International Airport is large airport located in Nashville, United States, at an elevation of 599 ft (183 m).
How many runways does Nashville International Airport have?
Nashville International Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 11,030 ft / 3,362 m.
Which airlines fly to Nashville International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Nashville International Airport include Air Canada, Air France, AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, Alitalia, American Airlines, among 14 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Nashville International Airport?
Historical data lists 47 nonstop destinations from Nashville International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Nashville International Airport in?
Nashville International Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Nashville International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Nashville International Airport is approximately 4.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Nashville International Airport?
The nearest airport to Nashville International Airport is Smyrna Airport (MQY), about 10.3 nm to the se, followed by John C Tune Airport and Oakley Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Nashville International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.