Travelling from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
Around 4 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, making Los Angeles two hours behind Memphis.
Every week, there are nine Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, select the 18:50 Delta Air Lines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 21:30 with Allegiant Air.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEM to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Delta Air Lines offers direct flights from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Los Angeles — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
Delta Air Lines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating MEM to LAX flights. A reliable 81.4% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MEM and LAX:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
R 1,915 is currently the best price for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 2,384. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MEM to LAX.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
MEM is located at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
Of all flights leaving Memphis International Airport, 79.88% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Memphis to Memphis International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MEM? If you've booked an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Book a hotel near LAX if you're on a late Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Los Angeles International Airport rental car and explore Los Angeles and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport around one week ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
The address for LAX is One World Way.
From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Los Angeles. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEM to LAX in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States you should also see. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
San Jose is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without seeing Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
