PHX (Phoenix) to BNA (Nashville) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 94%. The average delay is 53 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.PHX → BNA
PHX (Phoenix) to BNA (Nashville)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Frontier Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 94% on time vs American Airlines at 75%.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 94% on time; American Airlines trails at 75%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PHX
81% on timeExpect ~16 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PHX has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~11 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at BNA
79% on timeWhen flights into BNA are late, the average delay is 65 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at BNA: TSA is ~15 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.