Reminders for Before You Leave
To make your life easier when you get to BNA, follow these few tips before you head out!
- Make sure the name on your plane ticket matches the name on your driver’s license or any other form of government identification you may be using when traveling.
- Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.
- Arrive at the airport at least 2 hours before your flight boards to ensure you have enough time even if the lines are long
- Check the weight of your luggage. Many airlines charge extra for bags over 50 lbs. Also, be sure to put any large liquids or gels in your checked bag.
- Know what items you can and cannot bring on the plane, refer to the TSA list of prohibited items.
Where to Eat and Drink
There are many options at BNA, so how do you make the right decision when choosing where to eat from the myriad of restaurants? Whether you need a quick snack or want to enjoy a sit-down meal, there are plenty of options available at Nashville International Airport!
Here are a few restaurants coveted as the “best restaurants” at BNA:
- Neely’s Bar-B-Que: This spot is a great place for great Bar-B-Que and even has unique options such as Bar-B-Que nachos and Bar-B-Que spaghetti. They also sell their signature barbeque sauces and seasonings that you can purchase and bring with you on your flight.
- Tennessee Tavern: This Jack Daniel’s themed bar serves up delicious cocktails with Jack Daniel’s whiskey and has a full-service food menu as well. This is a great place to stop to get a quick drink and bite before your flight.
- La Hacienda: This is a great stop to enjoy Mexican standard cuisine. You can expect to see tacos, burritos, fajitas, margaritas, and much more on their menu as relax in their casual restaurant atmosphere.
Know your BNA Parking Options
Some short-term parking options at BNA include:
Hourly and Daily Parking at BNA
- Terminal Garage 1 & 2
- Daily Rate $28.00
- Airport adjacent
- 2,200 covered spaces
- Park Assist Guidance System
- EV Charging Stations
- Pay-on-Foot Kiosks
- Tire Inflation System
- Terminal Lot A
- Daily Rate $20.00
- Walk to the terminal only (no shuttle service)
- Economy Lot B
- Daily Rate $18.00
- Shuttle service that runs every 10 minutes
- Economy Lot C
- Daily Rate $18.00
- Shuttle service that runs every 10 minutes
The Parking Spot
The Parking Spot is another lot near BNA that also offers daily and long-term airport parking.
- Airport shuttles are available 24/7 to provide transportation to and from the airport.
- Daily rates are $34.75 a day for covered valet parking and $18.25 a day for uncovered valet parking.
All short-term parking reservations can be made on their website
Park N' Fly
Park n’ Fly provides a similar service as to what The Parking Spot offers. This lot is close to the airport and provides a shuttle service to and from the airport.
- Daily rates are $19.95 per day for uncovered valet parking
Reservations can be made ahead of time on their website