Question 1

How long is the flight from Nashville to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

A nonstop flight from Nashville to San Francisco typically takes around 5 hours 2 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, allow more travel time. Typical one-stop itineraries take around 8 hours 15 minutes. For the quickest trip, a nonstop flight is usually the most comfortable choice.

Question 2

Are there nonstop flights from Nashville to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are nonstop flights from Nashville to San Francisco, averaging around 3 to 4 flights per day, operated by, among others, United Airlines and WN. If you want to fly without a layover, it is worth filtering specifically for nonstop flights when searching.

Question 3

Which airlines fly from Nashville to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights from Nashville to San Francisco are operated by, among others, United Airlines and WN. Connecting flights with one stop are also available, for example with Alaska Airlines (via Seattle-Tacoma) and Sun Country Airlines (via Minneapolis). If travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.

Question 4

On which days are there nonstop flights from Nashville to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Nashville to San Francisco operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day does not have a nonstop flight, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.

Question 5

How many flights are there per day from Nashville to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

On the route from Nashville to San Francisco, there are on average around 3 to 4 flights per day. The number of flights can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.

Question 6

How many flights per week are there from Nashville to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

From Nashville to San Francisco, there are around 25 to 26 flights per week. This means you usually have connections available on several days and at various times. Beyond the price, it is worth comparing flight duration, airline, and any potential additional fees.

Question 7

When does the first flight from Nashville to San Francisco depart?

Accepted Answer

The earliest nonstop flight from Nashville to San Francisco usually departs at 6:10 AM. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are especially useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in San Francisco.

Question 8

When does the last flight from Nashville to San Francisco depart?

Accepted Answer

The last nonstop flight from Nashville to San Francisco usually departs at 7:20 PM. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a nonstop flight, as a connecting itinerary could push the arrival time significantly later.

	Outbound	Return	Airlines	Baggage	Price
Nashville San Francisco	Outbound 06/30/26 1 Stopover (ORD) UA0451, UA2610 07h 38min	Return -	United Airlines		$156
Nashville San Francisco	Outbound 10/01/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F91401, F91093 23h 15min	Return 10/11/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F91094, F91402 17h 35min	Frontier Airlines		$399 found 3 days ago
Best option Nashville San Francisco	Outbound 10/01/26 1 Stopover (SEA) AS0281, AS0688 08h 03min	Return 10/11/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F91230, F91784 10h 47min	Alaska Airlines	?	$445 found 3 days ago
Nashville San Francisco Please note: transfer for connecting flight	Outbound 10/01/26 1 Stopover (JFK) B61174, B60115 15h 40min	Return 10/11/26 1 Stopover (DFW) F94000, F93052 18h 32min	JetBlue Airways		$523 found 3 days ago
Nashville San Francisco	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (MSP) SY0634, SY0397 12h 04min	Return 06/30/26 2 Stopovers (LAS, DFW) F94158, AA3099, AA3912 15h 43min	Sun Country Airlines	?	$476
Nashville San Francisco	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (MSP) SY0634, SY0397 12h 04min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (CLT) AA1580, AA5083 08h 15min	Sun Country Airlines	?	$502
Nashville San Francisco	Outbound 10/01/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F91401, F93439 06h 33min	Return 10/11/26 1 Stopover (DEN) F91230, F91784 10h 47min	Frontier Airlines		$505 found 3 days ago
Nashville San Francisco	Outbound 10/01/26 1 Stopover (DTW) DL1557, DL0335 09h 16min	Return 10/11/26 1 Stopover (ATL) DL0635, DL3069 09h 06min	Delta Air Lines	?	$528 found 3 days ago
Nashville San Francisco	Outbound 10/01/26 3 Stopovers (CLT, JFK, PDX) AA1065, AA0822, AS0335, AS2112 20h 04min	Return 10/11/26 1 Stopover (MSP) SY0394, SY0633 25h 54min	American Airlines, Alaska Airlines	?	$610 found 3 days ago
Nashville San Francisco	Outbound 06/25/26 1 Stopover (CLT) AA1065, AA2562 08h 52min	Return 06/30/26 1 Stopover (PHX) AA6404, AA3073 06h 26min	American Airlines	?	$712

Cheapest outbound flight from	$ 156,00
Roundtrip from	$ 398,98
Flight duration	min. 05:10 / max. 09:35
Return flight duration	min. 04:05/ max. 08:40
Distance	3164 km
Flights per week	32
Departure airport	Airport Nashville International Airport, TN (BNA)
Arrival airport	Airport San Francisco International Airport, CA (SFO)
Destination country	Flights to United States

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