Nashville International Airport Adds New Nonstop Routes

Passenger demand drives expansion of BNA's nonstop network

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Nashville International Airport (BNA) is expanding its nonstop route offerings, adding new direct flights to Reno-Tahoe, El Paso, and Manchester-Boston. The airport's growing nonstop network reflects years of local demand for these direct service options, as passenger traffic continues to climb at BNA.

Why it matters

The new nonstop routes from BNA give Nashville-area travelers more convenient and direct flight options to popular destinations, reducing travel time and improving connectivity. This expansion aligns with the airport's ongoing efforts to meet the region's growing air travel needs and strengthen Nashville's status as a major transportation hub.

The details

Southwest Airlines is adding the new year-round and seasonal nonstop flights from BNA to Reno-Tahoe, El Paso, and Manchester-Boston. These new routes were selected based on analysis of passenger demand and travel patterns in the Nashville market. The additions build upon BNA's already extensive nonstop network, which serves over 50 destinations nationwide.

  • The new nonstop routes will begin operating in the coming months.

The players

Nashville International Airport (BNA)

The primary commercial airport serving the Nashville metropolitan area, handling over 18 million passengers annually.

Southwest Airlines

A major American airline that is adding the new nonstop routes from BNA to meet growing passenger demand.

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What’s next

BNA officials will continue monitoring passenger traffic and travel trends to identify additional nonstop route opportunities that could benefit Nashville-area travelers in the future.

The takeaway

The expansion of nonstop routes from Nashville International Airport demonstrates the region's thriving air travel market and BNA's commitment to providing convenient and accessible flight options for both business and leisure travelers.