SLC
Salt Lake City
3h 13m direct
BNA
Nashville
from $169
Cheapest one-way fare
5
Airlines on this route
1401 mi
Great-circle distance
3h 13m
Typical flight time
Compare prices on Salt Lake City → Nashville →
Comparing Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines, JetBlue Airways
Route summary

Salt Lake City to Nashville International

1401 miles great-circle distance, typically flown in 3h 13m with 5 airlines operating direct service from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Nashville International (BNA). Cheapest fares are usually in January (around $169 return), with peak prices in August (around $507). Departures on a Tuesday tend to undercut weekend prices on this corridor.

About this corridor

Flying from Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City International is Delta's principal mountain-region hub, completely rebuilt 2020–2024 with a single new concourse replacing the legacy 1960s terminals. TRAX Green Line light rail runs from the airport directly to downtown Salt Lake City in 25 minutes for $2.50. Delta operates over 90% of the schedule, making SLC essentially a Delta-monopoly hub for many destinations. International long-haul service includes Amsterdam, Paris CDG and seasonal Cancun/Mexico City through Delta and partner KLM.

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.

All airlines on this route

Who flies SLC to BNA?

Airline IATA Flight time Cabin
Delta Air LinesDL3h 13mEconomy
Southwest AirlinesWN3h 13mEconomy
American AirlinesAA3h 13mEconomy
United AirlinesUA3h 13mEconomy
JetBlue AirwaysB63h 13mEconomy

5 carriers fly direct on this corridor. Frequencies vary by season — summer and winter holiday peaks see additional flights.

Price calendar — 12 months

Best time to fly SLC→BNA

Synthesised from 12-month price aggregates. Cheapest months in green, peak in red.

Jan
$169
Feb
$217
Mar
$266
Apr
$314
May
$362
Jun
$410
Jul
$459
Aug
$507
Sep
$439
Oct
$372
Nov
$304
Dec
$237

Estimated baseline. Prices update on a 30-day cadence as Travelpayouts data refreshes. Cheapest day-of-week typically Tuesday.

Frequently Asked Questions

Salt Lake City to Nashville FAQs

How long is a flight from Salt Lake City to Nashville? +

Direct flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Nashville International (BNA) take approximately 3h 13m for the 1401-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.

What's the cheapest month to fly SLC–BNA? +

January is typically the cheapest month on this route, with one-way fares from $169. August is the peak — expect prices 2–3× higher. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for best fares; last-minute prices on this corridor rise sharply inside two weeks of departure.

Which airlines fly from Salt Lake City to Nashville? +

5 carriers operate direct service from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Nashville International (BNA): Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, United Airlines and JetBlue Airways. Frequencies vary by season and carrier — Delta Air Lines typically operates the highest weekly count on this corridor.

Do I need a visa to visit United States? +

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.

How far is Nashville International from Nashville centre? +

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.