Travelling from London to Memphis International Airport (MEM): What you need to know
The timezone in Memphis is UTC-6, which is six hours behind London. Memphis International Airport is located in Memphis.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from London to MEM. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other busy periods mean longer waiting times and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Aim for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from London to MEM. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
LHR is about 24 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from London to Memphis International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 78% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Add a stopover to your journey at Orlando International Airport (MCO). It's a key transfer point for flights from London to Memphis International Airport (MEM) leaving London Gatwick Airport.
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to MEM flight:
Most flights that leave London Gatwick Airport arrive at their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to get there by car and 45 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Memphis International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make departure day effortless if you're flying out first thing:
STN has an on-time performance rating of 80%. This means most of its flights touch down on schedule and your plans stay right on track.
About Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Have a late flight from London to Memphis International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near MEM and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your London to Memphis International Airport flight.
MEM is located at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
Getting from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to central Memphis
Central Memphis is around 18 kilometres from Memphis International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Memphis International Airport is 322 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 502 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from London to MEM, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your London to Memphis International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from London to Memphis International Airport. Choose the airlines, flight times and stops that check all your boxes. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from London to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Think about your travel style when deciding your trip dates. January is the quietest month to visit Memphis. July is when most people book flights from London to Memphis International Airport (MEM), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a London to MEM plane ticket departing in July if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Memphis to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from London to Memphis International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Memphis
Start your Memphis trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Memphis International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Memphis.
Explore more of the United States
Little Rock is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Memphis. Around 209 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site, William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Big Dam Bridge.
Around 290 kilometres northeast of Memphis, Clarksville is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Fort Sevier/Fort Defiance/Fort Bruce Civil War Park and Interpretive Centre, Dunbar Cave and Tennessee Triumph Women's Suffrage Monument.