Travelling from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Washington DC: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Nashville International Airport to Washington DC is 2 hours.
Nashville International Airport is located in Nashville. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Washington DC is one hour ahead of Nashville.
With 72 weekly flights between the two airports, Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:31. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the latest departure from BNA to DCA is with Southwest Airlines at 21:05.
Leave enough time to catch your BNA to Washington DC flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Book a direct Nashville International Airport to Washington DC ticket and enjoy a quicker route to your destination. BNA has nonstop flights to these Washington DC airports:
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Direct flights from Nashville International Airport to Washington DC are offered by a good range of airlines. Fly with any of these:
BNA is around 10 kilometres from central Nashville. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near BNA. Whether you have an early flight from Nashville International Airport to Washington DC or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels put convenience first:
Nashville International Airport has a strong on-time record, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BNA land on schedule 80.21% of the time.
BNA is located at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
How to find the cheapest flights from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to Washington DC
ج.م. 1,950 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Nashville International Airport to Washington DC flight. A return flight ticket starts from ج.م. 3,903. These prices may change based on availability.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is around 8 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Nashville International Airport to Washington DC. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DCA instead:
Pick up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and explore Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks ahead of your flight from BNA to Washington DC.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Central Washington DC is located around 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). After your flight from Nashville International Airport to Washington DC has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 50 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 10 minutes or so.
Following your BNA to Washington DC flight, settle in at a hotel close to IAD. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and be off and running.
Get the lowest price by booking your ride from IAD one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
You'll find Washington Dulles International Airport at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Make your way to the city centre after your flight from Nashville International Airport to Washington DC has touched down. Central Washington DC is about 48 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and takes roughly 50 minutes to get to by car.
The journey takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport.
If you don't want to travel into the centre, head for a hotel near BWI. Make yourself comfortable at one of these options after your BNA to Washington DC flight:
Be in control of the next leg of your trip with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget make getting on the road effortless.
About two weeks ahead of your flight from Nashville International Airport to Washington DC is a good time to secure your vehicle from BWI. You're more likely to lock in a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.
Best time to go to Washington DC
Before booking your flights from Nashville International Airport to Washington DC, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Washington DC offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your Nashville International Airport to Washington DC flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from BNA to Washington DC around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Washington DC
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Washington DC right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from Nashville International Airport to Washington DC:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. The White House, White House Historical Association and National Mall are must-visits when exploring Washington DC.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, consider Philadelphia, about 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.