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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Philadelphia to Nashville:

• Earliest: departs at 5:15 am and lands at 7:38 am
• Latest: departs at 10:07 pm and lands at 12:30 am.

The flight takes about 2h 23m.

A direct flight from Philadelphia to Nashville takes 2h 23m, covering 1,745 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

Round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Nashville range from C$ 383 to C$ 646, with an average of C$ 505 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 383 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 47% above the C$ 505 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 320 round-trip via Des Moines (DSM), compared to C$ 507 for direct.

Southwest is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Philadelphia to Nashville flights are:

• Southwest: 83% on time
• American Airlines: 81% on time
• Frontier: 77% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 63–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Philadelphia to Nashville flights, with 38% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 38%, Evening flights for 12%, and Night flights for 12%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 317 to C$ 2,762. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Philadelphia to Nashville flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Philadelphia to Nashville are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 203, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

Nashville Intl Airport (BNA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 101 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Alamo
• Thrifty
• Budget

Flights from Philadelphia to Nashville usually depart from Philadelphia (PHL) and arrive at Nashville Intl (BNA).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Philadelphia to Nashville route, 18% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 24m.

One-stop flights from Philadelphia to Nashville most commonly connect through:

• Orlando (MCO) – 20% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 16% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Philadelphia to Nashville. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 439 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 529, a difference of C$ 90.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

3 airlines operate flights between Philadelphia and Nashville. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• American Airlines
• Southwest
• Frontier

Flying via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 18m, compared with 4h 22m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 28m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

Nashville is 1 hour behind Philadelphia (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Nashville are Ryman Auditorium, Nissan Stadium, and Music City Center. These are among the most viewed places in Nashville on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Philadelphia to Nashville flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection
• Frontier: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• American Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Frontier: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

PHL provides free Wi-Fi in each terminal for passengers to check emails, confirm their flight’s status and chat with their loved ones. There’s also a designated area in Terminal A-East for children to play. Besides, the airport management provides free shuttle buses for screened travelers between terminals. Long-term and short-term parking facilities are available for passengers’ cars. The facility features up to seven charging stations for electric and hybrid cars.

Although this route has too many airlines, only a handful offer nonstop flights. They include Frontier Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines. With these airlines, you can travel in business or economy class depending on your preference. First Class and Premium Economy flights don’t operate on this route as non-stop flights. OneWorld is the only alliance flying non-stop from Philadelphia International Airport to Nashville International Airport.

The Robert C.H. Mathews Jr. Terminal is the main hub at BNA. The terminal features more than 40 gates located across the three individual concourses within the airport. The unified security checkpoint lies beyond the ticketing counters and grants passengers access to all the terminals, gates, and various amenities in each concourse.

BNA has plenty of amenities and services which include gift shops, local souvenir shops, and a store to serve both the arriving and departing passengers. There are cafes, restaurants, and bars to choose from. Massage bars and shoe shine stations are also part of the amenities at BNA. If you love art you will find multiple art installations and exhibitions to be quite fascinating.