BNA Expands Connectivity with Two New Airline Partners and 114 Nonstop Routes by August, Celebrating Growth with the #SummerOf100 Campaign
Nashville, Tenn. (April 7, 2025) – Nashville International Airport® (BNA®) reaching new heights with a historic expansion, offering 114 nonstop destinations this summer. This achievement surpasses the previous record of 99 nonstop destinations, set in July 2023, further solidifying BNA’s position as one of the fastest-growing airports in the nation.
“We’re thrilled to reach a new milestone this summer with 114 nonstop destinations—surpassing our previous record of 99,” said Doug Kreulen, president and CEO of Nashville International Airport. “This achievement is more than a number—it represents the extraordinary growth of our city and the trust and support of our community. This milestone would not have been possible without the collaboration of our airline partners and the hard work of our exceptional team. We are proud to connect Music City to more places than ever before and to play a key role in Nashville’s continued rise as a global destination.”
To celebrate this milestone, BNA is launching the #SummerOf100 campaign, encouraging travelers to explore its growing flight network. Throughout the summer, the campaign will feature monthly themes and social media giveaways. Travelers can participate using the hashtags #BNASummer and #SummerOf100. The monthly themes include:
On April 8, BNA will officially reach its 100th nonstop destination with Southwest Airlines’ new service connecting Nashville to Memphis, TN.
“Marking our 100th nonstop destination with a new connection to Memphis, our neighbor to the west, is an exciting achievement for BNA. This milestone strengthens regional ties while providing travelers with a more convenient and seamless journey,” said Josh Powell, Assistant Vice President of Airline & Government Relations.
BNA’s nonstop network will continue expanding throughout the summer:
Adding to this exciting growth, BNA is proud to welcome two new airline partners and international routes during this expansion period:
This record-breaking milestone is driven by the successful execution of the BNA® Vision program and the ongoing efforts of the New Horizon program, both of which have redefined BNA’s status as a world-class airport. Through strategic investments in infrastructure, operational capabilities, and global connectivity, these initiatives have elevated the passenger experience while laying the foundation for continued expansion.
BNA remains committed to meeting the rising travel demand across Middle Tennessee and beyond. In Fiscal Year 2024, BNA welcomed a record-breaking 23.7 million passengers, reflecting the airport’s continued growth.
For more information about #Summerof100 and BNA’s nonstop destinations, visit BNAsummer.com
About Nashville International Airport®
As infrastructure is critical to the region’s growth and prosperity, BNA® is a vital asset for Middle Tennessee and serves as a gateway to Music City and beyond. According to a recent State of Tennessee study, in 2019 alone, BNA generated more than $9.9 billion in total economic impact. BNA supported more than 76,000 jobs in the region and produced more than $443 million in state, local and federal taxes. BNA receives no local tax dollars. For more information, visit flynashville.com. Follow us on Facebook: @NashvilleInternationalAirport, X: @Fly_Nashville, and Instagram: @FlyNashville. Learn more about New Horizon, our growth and expansion plan for the airport, at http://www.BNANewHorizon.com/
About John C. Tune Airport®
Located in West Nashville, only eight miles from downtown Nashville, John C. Tune Airport, also known as JWN®, is the busiest general aviation airport in Tennessee. It serves the needs of regional, corporate, and private aircraft and is a reliever airport for Nashville International Airport (BNA). JWN has generated $92 million in economic impact and is owned and managed by the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority. JWN receives no local tax dollars. For more information, visit flynashville.com/nashville-airport-authority/john-c-tune.
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