Flying from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Memphis International Airport (MEM): what you need to know
The timezone in Memphis is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Sacramento.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SMF to MEM flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sacramento International Airport to Memphis International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SMF and MEM:
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid International Airport
Salt Lake City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Currently, Rs42,158 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sacramento International Airport to Memphis International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs84,592. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from SMF to MEM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sacramento International Airport to Memphis International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SMF to MEM.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sacramento International Airport to Memphis International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
The address for SMF is 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Sacramento International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from SMF arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Sacramento International Airport from central Sacramento, it takes about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Sacramento International Airport to Memphis International Airport, check out Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas by IHG. It's a short ride from SMF.
Arriving at Memphis International Airport (MEM)
If you're arriving on a late Sacramento International Airport to Memphis International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MEM:
Hit the road running by picking up a Memphis International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond Memphis's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Memphis International Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to central Memphis
The address for MEM is 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
From Memphis International Airport, Memphis is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
October is the most popular month for flights from Sacramento International Airport to Memphis International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Memphis in January.
The warmest month in Memphis is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 35ºC. Book your flights from Sacramento International Airport to Memphis International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SMF to MEM around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Squeeze more into your the United States getaway by exploring beyond Memphis. Around 6 kilometres away to the south, New South Memphis is another exciting city to add to your itinerary. Check off some of its top sights such as Big River Crossing while you're there.
Where to next? Head off for Nashville. It's roughly 322 kilometres east of Memphis and is known for highlights like Grand Ole Opry.
