Travelling from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Seattle: what you need to know
Memphis International Airport is located in Memphis. Following the UTC-7 timezone, Seattle is two hours behind Memphis.
Give yourself enough time to make your MEM to Seattle flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
MEM is about 13 kilometres from central Memphis. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near MEM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Seattle or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
79.88% of flights that take off from Memphis International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
MEM is located at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Seattle
R 1,136 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Seattle flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 2,618. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MEM to Seattle if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Landing cheap tickets from Memphis International Airport to Seattle is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the best prices throughout the month and snap up an epic deal.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to the centre of Seattle takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Memphis International Airport to Seattle. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Follow your own route with a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and discover more of Seattle and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week before your flight from MEM to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
After your flight from Memphis International Airport to Seattle has landed, you can make your way to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near LKE. Unwind and get cosy after your MEM to Seattle flight at any of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
Travel to Seattle during the high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Memphis International Airport to Seattle in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Lock in a Memphis International Airport to Seattle flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MEM to Seattle in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Memphis International Airport to Seattle, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. LMN Architects, Greyhound: Bus Station and Boeing Radiation Effects Lab are highlights which should be on any good Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Seattle has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be explored. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Spokane is another standout destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres east of Seattle. No trip is complete without visiting Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
