Is a 2 hr layover in Nashville long enough?

BNA · Nashville International · Nashville, United States
Probably Enough

Yes, 2 hours is probably enough for a layover at BNA (Nashville).

Very comfortable for any itinerary, including international arrivals with immigration queues.
Concourses
5
Max Transit
15m
Avg. Security
15m
Primary Hub
Southwest Airlines
Domestic → Domestic
40min
Domestic → International
60min
International → Domestic
75min
International → International
90min
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Check your gate assignment as soon as you land since the four concourses meet at a central point, making cross-terminal walks quick but not instant.
If arriving internationally, budget extra time for the CBP process at the Concourse D Federal Inspection Station, especially during morning transatlantic arrival banks.
Southwest passengers connecting between Southwest flights benefit from BNA's compact layout and frequent departures if you miss a tight window.
Security lines can spike around early morning and late afternoon banks, so use TSA PreCheck if eligible to save meaningful time.
Restaurants and shops are concentrated near the Rotunda, so a short layover still gives easy access to food without a long detour.
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Low risk
Moderate
High risk
Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
All concourses connect through the central Rotunda via covered walkways, with no trains or shuttles needed anywhere in the terminal. International arrivals deplane at Concourse D and pass through Federal Inspection Services (CBP) before re-entering the sterile area to connect onward; connecting passengers arriving internationally do not need to re-clear security if continuing to a domestic flight after CBP.
Is 2 hours enough for a layover at Nashville International (BNA)?

Very comfortable for any itinerary, including international arrivals with immigration queues.

What is the minimum connection time at BNA?

Minimum connection times at Nashville International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 40 minutes, International-to-International is 90 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 2 hours connection at BNA on an international flight?

2 hours clears the 90-minute international minimum connection time at Nashville International, but you should still head directly to your gate. All concourses connect through the central Rotunda via covered walkways, with no trains or shuttles needed anywhere in the terminal. International arrivals deplane at Concourse D and pass through Federal Inspection Services (CBP) before re-entering the sterile area to connect onward; connecting passengers arriving internationally do not need to re-clear security if continuing to a domestic flight after CBP.

How much time do I need for a layover at BNA?

We recommend at least 45 minutes for a comfortable connection at Nashville International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 15 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 15 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at BNA?

If you miss a connection at BNA, head to your airline's service desk near the Rotunda or your arrival gate area; Southwest and Delta both have staffed help desks, and given BNA's frequent domestic schedules, same-day rebooking is usually available within a few hours.

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