Cheap Flights from New York (NYC) to Memphis International (MEM)

New York City is often considered the quintessential northeastern city, whereas Memphis is a notable southern city. You will be going from the most diverse city in the world to a less diverse but bustling city that is known for its robust music scene. You can make your trip much easier if you have some information about this route.

Route Options and Flight Information

You can fly American, United, Frontier, Southwest, and Alaska airlines. Non-stop flights are available on this route on American. To find the least expensive flights, use Skyscanner’s flight search page. Here you will find an extensive list of flights at various process. Set price alerts to be notified of changes in the cost of your flight.

New York City Airports

You can fly out of John F. Kennedy airport, La Guardia, and the Newark Airport. All three airports offer a variety of dining and shopping opportunities. Note that all three are international airports. John F. Kennedy and La Guardia are located on Long Island. JFK is 12 miles from New York City and La Guardia is eight miles from the city. Newark Airport is in the Newark City Limits, and is 15 miles from the city.

JFK is the largest and busiest, with more than 150 gates. Allow extra time to catch your flight if you use this airport. You should arrive at least two hours before your departure. La Guardia appeals to many because it is closer to the city. It is wise to allow two hours at this airport as well. The Newark Airport is increasingly busy, yet offers a viable option to New York City’s airports. Allow two hours at this airport.

The Go Airlink Shuttle can take you to any of these airports. Many New York City and Newark hotels offer shuttle service as well, so check with your hotel. You can get to JFK by taking the New York City “A” train to the AirTrain at the airport. LaGuardia can be reached only by car or bus. You can get to the Newark airport by taking a New York City train to Newark Penn Station then catching the AirTrain EWR directly to the airport.

Memphis International Airport

The Memphis terminal has three concourses: Concourse A, Concourse B, and Concourse C. Amenities at the airport include a meditation room, charging stations for electronic devices, relief areas for service animals and pets, a nurse’s facility, and multilingual assistance. Restaurants and bars include Sam Adams Brew House, Ciao, Sun Studios Café, Lenny’s Sub Shop, Maggie O’Shay’s, Home Team Sports Bar and Grill, Interstate Bar-B-Que, and Starbucks. You can shop at Explore Memphis, Memphis!, Best Buy Express, River City Books and News, PGA Tour Store, Brighton Collectibles, and B-iconic.

Though New York City is known for its mass transit, Memphis is a car culture. You will need an automobile to get around. Use Skyscanner’s free car rental tool to book your car in advance.

Security

You will need a photo id for this route.

Time Zone

Memphis is one hour behind New York City.

Climate in Memphis

Temperatures can rise above 90 degrees in Memphis in the summer and drop below 30 degrees in the winter. March, April, November and December see the most precipitation, at about six inches in each of those months. Note that the precipitation in the winter months can come in the form of snow.

Prices in Memphis

Memphis is generally 40% cheaper than New York. You can find a meal at an inexpensive restaurant in Memphis for around $13. A meal for two people in a medium-priced restaurant costs about $50. A beer is $4, and a cappuccino is $4.55. A one-mile taxi trip will cost you $1.80 in Memphis. A $900 per month apartment in Memphis would cost over $3,000 per month in New York.