Travelling from Chicago to Memphis International Airport (MEM): what you need to know
Start planning your holiday by checking out the departure points for your flight from Chicago to Memphis International Airport (MEM). Explore the options for taking off from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), two of the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct flight from Chicago to Memphis International Airport is 1 hour 52 minutes.
Memphis International Airport is located in Memphis. The city's timezone is UTC-5 — the same as Chicago.
The busiest route is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Memphis International Airport (MEM), with 60 direct services every week. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ORD to MEM is the 07:35 Southwest Airlines option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 22:50 with Southwest Airlines.
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 board your flight from Chicago to MEM.
August is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving, Memorial Day or Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You can find a direct flight from Chicago to Memphis International Airport (MEM) leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD).
American Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Chicago to Memphis International Airport taking off from ORD.
From the centre of Chicago, ORD is approximately 40 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
Searching for a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Memphis International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Looking for more options for a direct flight from Chicago to Memphis International Airport (MEM)? Browse the fares leaving from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to MEM are offered by United.
You can get to MDW from the centre of Chicago in about 21 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride by public transport will take roughly 46 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your flight from Chicago to MEM:
About Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Consider booking a hotel close to MEM if you have a late flight from Chicago to Memphis International Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to central Memphis
Memphis International Airport to central Memphis is around 16 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Chicago to Memphis International Airport from Rs19,416 or travel return from just Rs38,800. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
11 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to lock in cheap tickets from Chicago to MEM.
You'll snag the biggest savings on your tickets from Chicago to Memphis International Airport if you take off in August. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to find the cheapest day to fly out.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chicago to Memphis International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Memphis in April when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from Chicago to MEM for July if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Memphis to range from 19ºC to 35ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Chicago to Memphis International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 13ºC on average.
More about Memphis
Start your Memphis trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chicago to Memphis International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Beale Street and National Civil Rights Museum are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Memphis to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Sun Studio.
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