Flying from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Tokyo is 15 hours ahead of Memphis and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MEM to NRT flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Memphis International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MEM and NRT:
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Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
You'll find MEM at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
Of all flights leaving Memphis International Airport, 77% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Memphis to Memphis International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near MEM? If you've booked an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Memphis International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Grab a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car and explore Tokyo and beyond with your own wheels. Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Rental are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Tokyo Narita Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Tokyo Narita Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. Driving there takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Memphis International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. May is the most popular month to head to Tokyo. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Memphis International Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MEM to NRT in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many cities in Japan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another favourite destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without dropping by Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.