Nashville (BNA) to Orlando (MCO): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Nashville (BNA) to Orlando (MCO) effectively runs on two schedules. In November 2024, 91% of arrivals were on time; in July 2026 that fell to 60% — a 31-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 77% on-time against a national 78%. Morning departures also hold up better than evening ones (87% vs 64%), which matters most in the rough months.
- On-time
- 77%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 15 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.6%
- Flights/day
- 9.6
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 1h 57m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 616 mi
Best airline from BNA to MCO
3 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spirit Airlinesmost reliable | 80% | 18 min | 3.6% | 1,421 |
| Southwest Airlines | 77% | 13 min | 1.1% | 5,053 |
| Frontier Airlines | 72% | 22 min | 0.0% | 220 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from BNA to MCO
Aim for departures around 5 a.m. (96% on-time); avoid 6 p.m. departures (57%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 76% | 18 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 85% | 9 min |
| Wednesday | 85% | 9 min |
| Thursday | 74% | 16 min |
| Friday | 74% | 16 min |
| Saturday | 79% | 12 min |
| Sunday | 70% | 21 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft47%
- Airline operations23%
- National airspace system28%
- Weather3%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from BNA to MCO delayed?
- 23% of BNA–MCO flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-07 and 2026-07. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 15 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from BNA to MCO?
- Spirit Airlines has the best on-time record on this route at 80%, based on 1,421 flights. 3 airlines flew BNA–MCO frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from BNA to MCO?
- Departures around 5 a.m. have the best record (96% on-time), while departures around 6 p.m. have the worst (57%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from BNA to MCO?
- The scheduled BNA–MCO flight time averages 1h 57m over 616 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 23% of the time.
- How often are BNA to MCO flights cancelled?
- 1.6% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from BNA to MCO?
- July 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 60% of arrivals on time. The best was November 2024 at 91%. If your dates are flexible, that 31-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 6,723 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.