Flying from Seattle to Memphis International Airport (MEM): What you need to know
The timezone in Memphis is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Seattle. Memphis International Airport is located in Memphis.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Seattle to MEM.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
SEA is around 23 kilometers from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Memphis International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
80% of flights departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is about 40 kilometers from central Seattle. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city center. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to MEM flight? Relax in a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
Most flights that leave Seattle Paine Field International Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Book a hotel close to MEM if you have a late flight from Seattle to Memphis International Airport. Select one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Seattle to Memphis International Airport flight.
MEM is located at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
Getting from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to central Memphis
Memphis International Airport is around 18 kilometers from the center of Memphis. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Memphis International Airport is AED 337. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 740. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to MEM. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable Seattle to Memphis International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Think about the kind of vacation you want when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to visit Memphis. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Memphis International Airport (MEM), which may be perfect if you enjoy traveling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Memphis is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Seattle to MEM plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Memphis International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Memphis
Start your Memphis trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Memphis International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum are essential stops on your Memphis itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Little Rock is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've seen Memphis. Around 209 kilometers away to the west, its top attractions include Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site, William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Big Dam Bridge.
Clarksville is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometers northeast of Memphis. No trip is complete without experiencing Fort Sevier/Fort Defiance/Fort Bruce Civil War Park and Interpretive Center, Dunbar Cave and Tennessee Triumph Women's Suffrage Monument.