Route guide
Cheap Flights from Boston to Nashville: Book Airline Tickets
- Distance
- about 940 mi
- Typical flight time
- 2 h 15 min – 3 h 15 min
- Airports
- 1 × 1
- Time difference
- 1 h behind
This page covers the practical side of flying between Boston and Nashville: which airports to compare, how long the trip takes, and when it is busy. It works for either direction. For a price on your dates, ask a specialist.
Quick answer: Boston to Nashville is about 940 miles (1,510 km) and a typical flight takes 2 h 15 min to 3 h 15 min. Nashville is 1 hour behind Boston. Boston has 1 airport to compare and Nashville has 1.
Airport pairs to compare
Boston's Logan airport is unusually close to downtown, separated from the center only by the harbor. Nashville's airport is only a short drive from downtown, and the city is a popular weekend destination.
| Pair | Departure airport | Arrival airport |
|---|---|---|
| BOS to BNA | Boston Logan International | Nashville International |
About the airports
- BOS · Boston Logan International
Minutes from downtown across the harbor, with subway and Silver Line bus access. - BNA · Nashville International
A short drive from downtown.
Airlines with a major base at either end
- At Boston: Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways
- At Nashville: Southwest Airlines
Airlines with a base at one end often connect through their hub. A specialist can compare nonstop and connecting options on your dates.
When to go and what to expect
Boston
Fall foliage season (late September through October) is popular and tends to be expensive. Winter storms can disrupt travel.
Nashville
Spring and fall are the most comfortable. Summers are humid, and weekends are often busy with events and group trips.
How long is Boston to Nashville?
At about 940 miles, Boston to Nashville is a short-to-medium flight. Fares on routes this length are sensitive to the day of the week and the time of day, so check a few departure times before you settle.
Time zones and timing
Nashville is 1 hour behind Boston, so you land at a local time 1 hour earlier than departure time plus flight time would suggest. Plan your arrival day around local time at the destination.
Getting between the airport and town
Boston: The Blue Line subway and the Silver Line bus connect Logan with downtown.
Nashville: Ride-hail and taxis are the usual options for the airport-to-downtown trip.
Planning ground transport too? See our car rental guide.
Good to know
- Book earlier for fall weekends and graduation season in late spring, when hotels and flights fill up.
- Hotel prices and fares can spike around large events, so check event calendars before choosing dates.
- Compare the total with bags included, not just the base fare. See baggage fees and taxes and fees.
Flying Nashville to Boston?
This route guide works in both directions. For other trips, see all flights from Boston or all flights from Nashville.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Boston from Nashville?
The straight-line distance between the main airports is about 940 miles (1,510 km). Routes can be longer in practice because of air traffic and weather.
How long is a flight from Boston to Nashville?
A typical scheduled flight takes roughly 2 h 15 min to 3 h 15 min in the air, depending on winds, the aircraft and the airports. Connecting itineraries take longer, and nonstop availability depends on the airline and dates.
Which airports can I use?
At Boston: BOS (Boston Logan International). At Nashville: BNA (Nashville International). Ask for prices on more than one pairing.
Is there a time difference?
Nashville is 1 hour behind Boston.
When is the best time to fly from Boston to Nashville?
In Boston: Fall foliage season (late September through October) is popular and tends to be expensive. Winter storms can disrupt travel. In Nashville: Spring and fall are the most comfortable. Summers are humid, and weekends are often busy with events and group trips. Fares are usually highest in the busy periods described for each city, so flexible dates can help.
Which airlines should I compare for Boston to Nashville?
Airlines with a major base at either end include Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways and Southwest Airlines. A specialist compares them with other carriers on your dates, since schedules and availability change.
Do you show fares on this page?
No. Fares change constantly, so we do not publish prices that might be out of date. A specialist checks live availability and confirms the full total, including taxes and bags, before you pay.
Route details updated October 18, 2026.