There are many alternative transportation methods to reach Nashville International Airport from the city centre. If you decided to use public transportation, you can use buses to keep transportation costs to a minimum. You can also reach the airport in short time by renting a vehicle, using a taxi, minivan and limousine. Do not forget that some hotels offer airport shuttle services.  

Taxi

In Nashville, taxis have a fixed start fee of 7 dollars and 2.1 dollars is added per mile to the fare. Keep in mind that a taxi fare from the city centre to the airport costs 25 dollars on average. You can reach the airport in approximately 15 minutes.

Car Rental

You can choose from a number of local and international car rental agencies located in the city centre. To reach the airport with your hired vehicle in approximately 15 minutes, drive through Interstate 40 East (I-40 E) and follow the directions. You can return your hired vehicle to the ‘Rental Car Facility’, which is located next to the short-term parking area. You can walk to the terminal building from there within a few minutes.

Bus

You can reach the airport from the city centre with bus route 18. This journey will take approximately 30 minutes in normal traffic conditions. A one-way ticket costs 2.5 dollars.

Shuttle Service

There are many companies that provide shuttle services to the airport. The vehicles that are used to transport passengers vary in size and ‘comfort levels’. Several of these companies provide a door-to-door shuttle service. You can find the contact details of private shuttle service providers, which also pick-up passengers from the outskirts of the city, online. You can ask your hotel to make a reservation on your behalf.

Limousine

Come to an agreement with a limousine company for a luxurious and comfortable trip. Minivans are also an option among the fleet of vehicles limousine companies offer; these are less expensive but very comfortable options.  

Hotel Shuttle Service

There are close to 40 hotels and motels that offer shuttle services to escort their guests to the airport. Do not forget that airport transfer services by hotels can come at a cost, and that you may need to make a reservation in advance.

Airport Information

Nashville International Airport is located 9 miles south-east of the city centre, and is an airport that has embraced all forms of art. The airport, throughout the year, hosts live music events, art exhibitions, and galleries. There are 26 restaurants and bistros and 22 stores inside the airport. You can also take advantage of the free Wi-Fi service. For those on the lookout for comfort and entertainment, there are two lounges, a massage salon, and a hairdresser inside the airport.

Located about 20 kilometers south of the Knoxville settlement in the state of Tennessee in the United States of America, McGhee Tyson Airport is also just 30-minute drive from the world-famous Great Smoky Mountain National Park. You can prefer taking a taxi as well as you can take advantage of car rental services to reach Knoxville city center from McGhee Tyson Airport.

Taxi

It is quite easy to reach Knoxville city center by taking one of the airport taxis that are available right outside the arrivals terminal of McGhee Tyson Airport. All you need to do is take a look if the taxi driver would turn on the taximeter. The taxi ride to Knoxville downtown, which is about 20 kilometers away, costs approximately 55-70 dollars. If you would like to travel at more affordable prices, please keep in mind that you can take advantage of shared taxis, as well as you can arrange a taxi service at the airport using the applications like Towncar (16-30 dollars), and Uber (13-18 dollars).

Rent a car

Since McGhee Tyson Airport is an internationally recognized airport, many local and international car rental companies have their offices inside the airport terminal. Once you choose the one that best suits your budget among these companies, you can pick up your car quickly and then you can arrive at Knoxville city center after a 25 or 30-minute drive.