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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Nashville to Sarasota:

• Earliest: departs at 8:15 am and lands at 10:10 am
• Latest: departs at 9:20 pm and lands at 11:15 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 55m.

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Nashville to Sarasota:

• Economy Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Nashville to Sarasota takes 1h 55m, covering 649 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Nashville to Sarasota range from $110 to $400, with an average of $290 over the past 12 months. Anything below $110 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 25% above the $290 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $184 round-trip, compared to $339 via a layover through Indianapolis (IND).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $25–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Southwest and Allegiant Air. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Nashville to Sarasota flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Nashville to Sarasota are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $175, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

Sarasota Bradenton Intl Airport (SRQ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $55 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Budget
• Alamo

Flights from Nashville to Sarasota usually depart from Nashville Intl (BNA) and arrive at Sarasota Bradenton Intl (SRQ).

One-stop flights from Nashville to Sarasota most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 64% of one-stop connections
• Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 29% of one-stop connections
• Indianapolis (IND) - 4% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 75% on flights from Nashville to Sarasota. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $110 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $436, a difference of $326.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Only Southwest operates flights between Nashville and Sarasota.

Flying via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 58m, compared with 4h 46m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 5h 07m via Orlando (MCO).

Sarasota is 1 hour ahead of Nashville (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Sarasota are Sarasota Opera and Sarasota Woman's Club. These are among the most viewed places in Sarasota on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Nashville to Sarasota flights:

• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Minute Suites is the only hotel option within Nashville Airport, located at Concourse D, Gate D3. However, there are nearby hotels that provide free shuttle services. Consider spending a night at one of the hotels if you have an early flight. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Hampton Inn & Suites, Radisson Hotel, and Drury Inn & Suites are all recommended.

In most cases, airlines tend to have layover options at their hub airports. For instance, Delta Air Lines has its layover options at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). American Airlines has layover options at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Miami International Airport (MIA).

Nashville Airport has two designated animal relief centers. The outside pet relief area is located at Concourse D. The post-security relief area is located at Concourses B and C. At Sarasota Bradenton Airport, use the indoor relief area at the main concourse around Gate B and an outdoor one near on west and east end of the terminal.

If you are on a budget, the public bus is an excellent option to get into downtown Sarasota. The buses are available at the baggage claim area and the exit of the ground transportation area. Additionally, buses are available at the outside bus shelter. If you have bulky luggage and would like to travel conveniently and comfortably, consider taking a rental car available in the baggage claim area. Hotel shuttles are also available, which are advantageous in that they offer door to door service.