Flying from Mexico City to Memphis International Airport (MEM): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll catch your flight from Mexico City to Memphis International Airport (MEM). Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are the main airports in Mexico City.
Memphis International Airport is located in Memphis. The city follows the UTC-5 timezone and is one hour ahead of Mexico City.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Mexico City to MEM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Mexico City to MEM with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between MEX and MEM include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
MEX is about 8 kilometres from central Mexico City. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Mexico City to Memphis International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Benito Juarez International Airport:
80.91% of flights departing from Benito Juarez International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from MEX.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
On public transport, you can travel from central Mexico City to NLU in about 1 hour 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 55 minutes.
Kick back before your Mexico City to MEM flight at a hotel near Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport. Verticca Hotel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
67.58% of all departures from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport meet their expected arrival time.
About Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Have a late flight from Mexico City to Memphis International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near MEM and turn in quicker:
Grab a Memphis International Airport rental car and explore Memphis and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Mexico City to Memphis International Airport flight.
The address for MEM is 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
Getting from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to central Memphis
Central Memphis is about 13 kilometres from Memphis International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Rs80,661 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Mexico City to Memphis International Airport. A return flight starts from Rs139,933. These prices may change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Mexico City to MEM. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Mexico City to Memphis International Airport tickets across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a better deal is available on flight tickets from Mexico City to MEM.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Mexico City to Memphis International Airport.
The best time to fly from Mexico City to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
July is the busiest month for flights from Mexico City to Memphis International Airport (MEM). Plan your visit to Memphis in April for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Memphis is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 35ºC. Book your Mexico City to MEM flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Mexico City to Memphis International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC and 13ºC.
More about Memphis
After booking your flight from Mexico City to Memphis International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Memphis:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Elvis Presley's Home and National Civil Rights Museum are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Memphis itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Little Rock is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Memphis. Around 209 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site, Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site Visitor Centre and River Market District.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, head for Clarksville, about 290 kilometres north-east of Memphis. North Ford Street Mountain Bike Trail Park, Sherwood Forest Park and Fort Sevier/Fort Defiance/Fort Bruce Civil War Park and Interpretive Centre are key highlights.
