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MCO to BNA Turbulence Forecast

Is the Orlando to Nashville flight turbulent? Live forecast & historical patterns.

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MCO
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BNA
Orlando · Nashville · 1h 47m
6
Turb Score
1h 47m
Duration
631 nm
Distance
34,000 ft
Cruise Alt.
Light
Typical
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Typical turbulence along the route

Historical average pattern for MCO–BNA

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About the MCO–BNA route

The Orlando to Nashville domestic route is generally one of the smoother flights in the US network, covering 727 miles at around 34,000 feet. Turbulence is most common when weather systems cross the Midwest or when the flight path skirts the Rocky Mountains. Short duration means any rough patches pass quickly.

The route is served by Southwest, Frontier, Delta, Spirit on Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft, with flights typically cruising at 34,000 feet over a distance of 727 miles (631 nautical miles).

💡 Tip: Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source.

Turbulence levels on MCO–BNA

What to expect at each phase of the flight

SmoothDeparture & arrival — climb and descent phases are generally calm
LightMinor bumps — drink stays in your cup, walking feels slightly unsteady
ModerateNoticeable bumps — stay seated with seatbelt on, service may pause
HeavyStrong jolts — unsecured items move, crew seated. Rare but possible

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Best time to fly MCO–BNA

Turbulence by month

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Best seat on MCO–BNA

Boeing 737-800

Front
Rows 1–12
Light
✓ Wing
Rows 13-22
Smoothest
Rear
Rows 23+
Rougher
Wing seats are over the center of gravity — least affected by turbulence.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Orlando to Nashville flight turbulent?
The MCO–BNA route typically experiences light turbulence. A very smooth flight with minimal turbulence expected. The turbulence score for this route is 6/100.
When is turbulence worst on MCO to BNA?
Domestic routes are generally smoother. Mountain crossings are the main turbulence source. Check the turbulence chart above for the typical pattern along this specific route.
Which seat is smoothest on MCO to BNA?
Wing seats are always the smoothest. On a Boeing 737-800 (the most common aircraft on this route), that's rows 13-22. Avoid the very rear of the aircraft — it amplifies turbulence motion.
How long is the flight from MCO to BNA?
The MCO to BNA flight takes approximately 1h 47m, covering 727 miles (631 nautical miles).
Which airlines fly MCO to BNA?
The main airlines operating this route are Southwest, Frontier, Delta, Spirit, flying Boeing 737 · Airbus A320 aircraft.

Data Sources

Scores represent typical conditions. Actual turbulence varies daily. For real-time forecasts, use the Turbulence Forecast app. · About our data