Flying from Melbourne to Nashville International Airport (BNA): What you need to know
Nashville International Airport is located in Nashville. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is 17 hours behind Melbourne.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Melbourne to BNA.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Melbourne to BNA departing from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Travelling from central Melbourne to MEL takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kms (15 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne to Nashville International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, data shows 63% of flights complete their journey on time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
With public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 56 kms (35 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Relax before your Melbourne to BNA flight at a hotel near Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can jump out of bed and arrive at the airport with time to spare.
Avalon Airport has an on-time performance rate of 76%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport land on schedule.
About Nashville International Airport (BNA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Nashville International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BNA instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle around one week in advance of your Melbourne to Nashville International Airport flight.
You'll find BNA at One Terminal Drive, Suite 501.
Getting from Nashville International Airport (BNA) to central Nashville
The centre of Nashville is roughly 10 kms (6 miles) from Nashville International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 45 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
£471 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Nashville International Airport. A return flight starts at £713. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Melbourne to BNA, book early. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Nashville International Airport (BNA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne to Nashville International Airport (BNA). Plan your visit to Nashville in December for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Nashville is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 34ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to BNA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Nashville International Airport in January when temperatures are between -5ºC and 11ºC.
More about Nashville
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Nashville right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Nashville International Airport:
Grand Ole Opry and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum are just two of the popular attractions to put on your Nashville itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Johnny Cash Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Nashville, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 257 kms (160 miles) north to Louisville to tick off its leading attractions. From Louisville Mega Cavern to Actors Theatre of Louisville and Belle of Louisville, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Lexington is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 290 kms (180 miles) northeast of Nashville. No journey is complete without experiencing Kentucky Horse Park, Keeneland Association Inc and James E. Pepper Distillery.