Travelling from Pensacola Airport (PNS) to Memphis International Airport (MEM): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Pensacola Airport to Memphis International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Memphis's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Pensacola.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PNS to MEM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Memphis (and then exploring more of the United States!) is a breeze with Breeze Airways. This popular airline offers direct flights from Pensacola Airport to Memphis International Airport.
Breeze Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Pensacola Airport to Memphis International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PNS and MEM include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Dallas Love Field Airport
Handy information about Pensacola Airport (PNS)
PNS is located at 2430 Airport Boulevard.
Pensacola Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from PNS land at their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
To reach Pensacola Airport from central Pensacola, it'll take about 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Pensacola Airport to Memphis International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to PNS:
Arriving at Memphis International Airport (MEM)
If you're getting in on a late Pensacola Airport to Memphis International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near MEM:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Memphis International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Memphis and beyond.
Booking your ride from Memphis International Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
The quietest month for a flight from Pensacola Airport to Memphis International Airport is January, while October is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Memphis based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Pensacola Airport to Memphis International Airport for July if you'd like to explore Memphis during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PNS to MEM sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Take your travels further by exploring more of the United States. New South Memphis is around 6 kilometres south of Memphis and has plenty of things to see and do, including Big River Crossing.
Your journey through the United States wouldn't be complete without a stop in Nashville. Grand Ole Opry is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 322 kilometres east of Memphis.
