BNA to DFW Route Guide
Nashville, United States → Dallas, United States
Quick answer
KBNA (Nashville, United States) to KDFW (Dallas, United States) is a 548 NM (1,015 km / 631 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 252° (WSW). Typical cruise altitude FL240, expected flight time 2h 17m, common aircraft: Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400.
Distance
548 NM
1,015 km / 631 mi
Initial Bearing
252° (WSW)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL240
24,000 ft
Block Time
2h 17m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
3,144 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
599 ft
KBNA
Arrival Elevation
607 ft
KDFW
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 548 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Embraer E175
- CRJ-700
- Bombardier Q400
- Cessna Citation CJ3
Weather considerations
Pilots flying BNA-DFW should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between BNA and DFW?
548 nautical miles (1,015 km / 631 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Nashville to Dallas?
Approximately 2h 17m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly BNA-DFW?
Common types include Embraer E175, CRJ-700, Bombardier Q400, Cessna Citation CJ3 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL240 (24,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
252° true (WSW). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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