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Airport Guide to Nashville International (BNA)

Airport Name

Nashville International Airport

Airport Location

The airport is located eight miles southeast of Nashville.

Terminals

1

IATA Code

BNA

Telephone

615 275 1600

Airport Overview

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Nashville International Airport is a joint civil-military airport located 8 miles (13 km) south-east of Nashville. Having recently undergone a five-year renovation plan, the vastly improved airport building now comprises an enormous passenger terminal with 47 gates and four concourses.

A mid-sized airport offering warm service and adequate shopping and dining options, with a strong emphasis on honoring and promoting the state’s rich musical heritage, Nashville International serves as a pleasant gateway to the greater Tennessee region. Like all airports, queues can sometimes be lengthy (especially during holidays); however, operations are generally smooth and staff efficient.   

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Terminal Transfer

<div class="rxbodyfield">Nashville International comprises one terminal building. All areas are accessible on foot, while a shuttle service transports passengers from the car parks to the airport.</div>

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Getting into Town

Taxi:  Taxi meters start at $7 and charge $2 per mile. There is a flat rate of $25 to the downtown city area.

Bus: The Grayline Airport Express bus runs from the airport to downtown Nashville every 15-20 minutes. A one way ticket will cost you $12.

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Car Parking

Short-term parking is free for the first 20 minutes, after which rates are charged at $2 for 21-40 minutes and $1 per 20 minutes thereafter, with a maximum daily rate of $24. Economy airport parking is $3 for the first hour and $8 per day. Both Long Term A and B rates are $1.50 for 11-30 minutes, $3 for 30-90 minutes, $6 for 90 minutes to two hours and $9 for two-three hours; however, Long Term A’s maximum daily rate is slightly higher at $13, compared to Long Term B’s daily rate of $10. Valet parking is also available at $22 per day.

 

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Information Desks

The Information Center is situated on the baggage reclaim level of the passenger terminal. Several courtesy telephones allow passengers to contact the center from virtually any area of the building.

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Airport Facilities

Money and communications: ATMs and currency exchange.

Luggage: There is a lost-and-found service.

Conference and business: The Wright Travel Business Center offers a secretarial service as well as access to fax and copying facilities. There are no meeting rooms; however, numerous nearby hotels feature conference facilities.

Other facilities: Children’s play area and a meditation room.

Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal building at cost of $7.95 for 24 hours. Alternatively, the food court offers free Wi-Fi access for the first 20 minutes.

Shopping: Retail outlets at Nashville International include Fly Babies, Graycliff Boutique and Lounge, Hudson News, In Celebration of Golf, I-Tech X-Perience, Kidsworks, Life is Good, Radio Road, Spirit of the Red Horse and Sunglass Hut.  

Food and drink: Most restaurants and cafes are situated in the food court in Concourse C; options range from traditional Nashville dishes to eastern and Mexican cuisine, as well as fast food. Popular venues include Baja Burrito, Burger King, Famous Famiglia, Gibson Cafe, Manchu Wok, O’ Charley’s, Provence Breads and Cafe, Quiznos Sub, Seattle’s Best Coffee, Starbucks, Swett’s, Tootsies Orchid Lounge and Wendy’s. 

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Car Rentals

Car rental companies at Nashville International include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty.

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