Flying from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Nashville International Airport (BNA): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Portland International Airport to Nashville International Airport.
The timezone in Nashville is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Portland.
Flights from PDX to BNA start at 09:00 — the earliest with Alaska Airlines. The latest departure is at 12:59 with Alaska Airlines. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Portland International Airport to Nashville International Airport flights.
Your PDX to BNA flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Jetting into Nashville (and then discovering more of United States!) is a cinch with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Portland International Airport to Nashville International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Alaska Airlines on this route.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering PDX to BNA flights. A reliable 90.0% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Portland International Airport to Nashville International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between PDX and BNA include:
Denver International Airport
Kansas City International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
At the moment, $89 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Portland International Airport to Nashville International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $178. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from PDX to BNA, book your journey six months ahead of your departure date.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Portland International Airport to Nashville International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PDX to BNA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Portland International Airport to Nashville International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Portland International Airport (PDX)
You'll find PDX at 7000 NE Airport Way.
Portland International Airport has a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from PDX make it to their destination as scheduled 83.65% of the time.
Central Portland to Portland International Airport is around 19 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near PDX? If you're boarding an early flight from Portland International Airport to Nashville International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Nashville International Airport (BNA)
Book a hotel close to BNA if you're catching a late Portland International Airport to Nashville International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Nashville International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Nashville and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Nashville International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to central Nashville
The street address for BNA is One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
Nashville International Airport to the center of Nashville has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
The quietest month for a flight from Portland International Airport to Nashville International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Nashville based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Portland International Airport to Nashville International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Nashville, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PDX to BNA sometime then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Indianapolis is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Nashville. Around 402 kilometers away to the north, its best attractions include The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.
Around 322 kilometers west of Nashville, Memphis is another favorite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Beale Street, National Civil Rights Museum and Sun Studio.