Flying from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 4 hours. Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which makes Los Angeles 2 hours behind Memphis.
For the earliest departure, jump on the 14:37 flight from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you want to leave later, the latest flight is at 21:30. With 9 weekly flights from MEM to LAX, you can pick the one that works best for you.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.
Delta Air Lines is your gateway to exploring Los Angeles (and perhaps some other great corners of United States!). Choose from the direct flights from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the top stopovers between MEM and LAX:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
When flying domestically within United States, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to bring some kind of identification, like a driver's license or ID card. As soon as you've found your cheap ticket from MEM to LAX, check your ID is up to date before you take to the skies.
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is RM203. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM455. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before you want to travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MEM to LAX.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Play around with filters to find the right journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Travelling from central Memphis to Memphis International Airport takes around 1 hour and 31 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a handy hotel close to 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)
Consider staying in a hotel near LAX if you're catching a late flight from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 32 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 54 minutes.
When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Los Angeles. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Memphis International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MEM to LAX around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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Complete your Los Angeles trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Los Angeles International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Los Angeles.