BNA (Nashville) to MEM (Memphis) flights arrive on time 64% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Southwest Airlines at 65%. The average delay is 43 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.BNA → MEM
BNA (Nashville) to MEM (Memphis)
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This route is frequently delayed. About 64% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
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Departing from BNA
80% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. BNA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~21 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at MEM
80% on timeWhen flights into MEM are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at MEM: TSA is ~15 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.