Flying from Vancouver to Memphis International Airport (MEM): What you need to know
When organising your flight from Vancouver to Memphis International Airport (MEM), there's a good selection of airports you can take off from. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are Vancouver's main terminals.
Memphis is two hours ahead of Vancouver. Memphis International Airport is located in Memphis, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Vancouver to MEM.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
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71.77% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
You can reach CXH from central Vancouver in about 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
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Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
The journey time to YXX from the centre of Vancouver is around 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your Vancouver to Memphis International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near Abbotsford Airport make departure day effortless if you're setting off early:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights arrive at their destinations within the expected time frame. At YXX, that rate is 67.97%.
About Memphis International Airport (MEM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Memphis International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MEM:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Memphis International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz to explore Memphis and beyond.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Memphis International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
You'll find MEM at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
Getting from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to central Memphis
Memphis International Airport to the centre of Memphis is about 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Memphis International Airport is 186 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 339 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to MEM, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Memphis International Airport (MEM). Visit Memphis in April if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Memphis is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to MEM plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Memphis International Airport in January when temperatures are between -3ºC (27ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF).
More about Memphis
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Memphis International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Memphis:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Elvis Presley's Home and National Civil Rights Museum are must-do's during your Memphis adventure.
Explore more of the United States
Memphis has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 209 kilometres west of Memphis, a trip to Little Rock will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site, Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site Visitor Centre and River Market District.
If you want to check out another major stop in 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.
