Flying from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville International Airport (BNA): what you need to know
1 hour 44 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport. Nashville is 1 hour behind Durham and is in the UTC-5 timezone.
There are 53 flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport weekly. Take the 05:50 flight if you want to set off as soon as possible. If you'd like to make the most of your day before heading off, the last flight from RDU to BNA departs at 21:55.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between RDU and BNA are:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
ج.م. 4,254 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport. Return flights start at ج.م. 9,933. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Book 10 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from RDU to BNA.
June is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport is about 23 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 18 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 10 minutes.
After a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near RDU. Whether you're on an early flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Reserve a hotel near BNA if you're on a late flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to central Nashville
From Nashville International Airport, Nashville is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 17 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour and 4 minutes.
When to fly to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
The quietest month for a flight from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Nashville based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Nashville is July, with temperatures ranging between 18 ºC and 33 ºC. Book your flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to Nashville International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap flight tickets from RDU to BNA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -5 ºC and 11 ºC on average.
More about Nashville
Once you've booked your flights from RDU to BNA, you'll want to find a place to stay in Nashville. Make one of these options your base for exploring this top destination:
Grand Ole Opry and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Nashville travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Ryman Auditorium.
Complete your Nashville trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Nashville International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Nashville.
