Cheap flights from Orlando International to Nashville International from $138
Updated 2026-09-08
617 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 1h 38m with 8 airlines operating direct service from Orlando International (MCO) to Nashville International (BNA). Fares on this corridor stay relatively stable across the year — booking 4–8 weeks ahead and choosing a midweek departure typically secures the best price.
Flying from Orlando International
Orlando International is the gateway for Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and Cape Canaveral cruise traffic. Terminal A and Terminal C handle distinct carrier groups, with Brightline rail service to Miami launched in 2023 for $79–$199 one way (3.5 hours). Southwest, Spirit and JetBlue compete heavily on price for incoming theme-park traffic; international long-haul through MCO has grown sharply with British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Lufthansa and Aer Lingus all operating daily.
Arriving in Nashville
Nashville International is 8 miles east of downtown Nashville. WeGo Route 18 runs every 30 minutes between the airport and downtown for $2. Fares to Nashville peak around CMA Fest (early June), bachelor/bachelorette weekends (basically every weekend April–October) and major SEC football. January and February are the cheapest months, despite winter weather disruption.
Who flies MCO to BNA?
| Airline | IATA | Flight time | Cabin |
| Southwest Airlines | WN | 1h 38m | Economy |
| Spirit Airlines | NK | 1h 38m | Economy |
| Frontier Airlines | F9 | 1h 38m | Economy |
| JetBlue Airways | B6 | 1h 38m | Economy |
| American Airlines | AA | 1h 38m | Economy |
| Delta Air Lines | DL | 1h 38m | Economy |
| United Airlines | UA | 1h 38m | Economy |
| Allegiant Air | G4 | 1h 38m | Economy |
8 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.
Orlando to Nashville FAQs
Direct flights from Orlando International (MCO) to Nashville International (BNA) take approximately 1h 38m for the 617-mile journey, plus 30–60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Total airport-to-airport time depends on cruise winds and air-traffic queueing on approach.
8 carriers operate direct service from Orlando International (MCO) to Nashville International (BNA): Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, American Airlines and 3 more. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — Southwest Airlines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.
No — United States is domestic travel for US citizens. A US passport is not required for the 50 states, DC or US territories (Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands), though Real ID-compliant ID is required at TSA from May 2025.
Nashville International (BNA) is the primary international airport for Nashville. Allow 30–60 minutes for the ground transfer by train, express bus, taxi or rideshare depending on traffic and time of day. See the airport's official website for current train and shuttle timetables.