How to prepare for spring break travel surge at Nashville airport
BNA said peak travel days are between March 6 through April 4.
Published: Feb. 26, 2025 at 12:50 PM CST|Updated: Mar. 4, 2025 at 7:06 PM CST
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Nashville International Airport (BNA) is preparing for an increase in Spring Break travelers in 2025.
BNA said high passenger traffic is expected throughout March, specifically on the following days:
- March 6
- March 7
- March 9
- March 10
- March 16
- March 23
- March 27
- April 4
With the anticipated increase in travelers, BNA said they will bolster parking and valet services as well as work closely with the Department of Public Safety to manage traffic at peak traffic periods.
BNA gave a few tips to make sure travelers get to their destination smoothly.
- Use BNA’s short-term parking: BNA said to alleviate congestion, visitors coming to retrieve family or friends are encouraged not to just continuously circle Terminal Drive, but to instead, take advantage of the choice of complimentary or reduced-rate parking in terminal garages with rates varying based on their duration of the stay:
- 0-30 minutes - $0
- 30-45 minutes - $5
- 45-60 minutes - $10
- 60-90 minutes - $20
- 90-120 minutes - $25
- 120+ minutes - $30
- Use the complimentary cell lot at 1415 Murfreesboro Pike to wait to pick up friends and loved ones.
- Sign up for BNA text alerts. To sign up, click BNA Text Alerts at the top of flynashville.com.
- Take alternate routes to BNA including 216A, 216B, and Murfreesboro Pike, especially during heavy travel periods.
- Arrive early. If you’re traveling, give yourself plenty of time to park, check in, and get to your gate. Check details on parking, here.
- Check the status of your flight before arriving at BNA.
- Pack smart by familiarizing yourself with TSA’s travel tips.
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