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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Memphis:

• Earliest: departs at 7:35 am and lands at 9:32 am
• Latest: departs at 11:59 pm and lands at 1:56 am.

The flight takes about 1h 57m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Memphis:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Memphis takes 1h 57m, covering 489 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Memphis range from $264 to $545, with an average of $364 over the past 12 months. Anything below $264 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 57% above the $364 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $168 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $368 for nonstop.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Memphis flights, with 37% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 27%, night flights for 27%, and evening flights for 9%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $263 to $1,080. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to Memphis flights:

• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Based on prices from the last 5 days, flying between Chicago and Memphis is around $263 round-trip, with a flight time of about 6h 45m. Recent train fares are around $149, with a trip time of about 14h 37m. Compared with flying, recent train fares are roughly 44% lower. However, taking the train takes about 7+ hours longer each way.

One-way fares from Chicago to Memphis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $60, which is 74% below the typical average for this route.

Memphis Airport (MEM) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $29 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Alamo
• Avis

Flights from Chicago to Memphis may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Memphis (MEM).

One-stop flights from Chicago to Memphis most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 59% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 26% of one-stop connections
• Orlando (MCO) - 7% of one-stop connections
• Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) - 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Chicago to Memphis. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $290 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $572, a difference of $282.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

3 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Memphis. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 55m, compared with 5h 08m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and 6h 23m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

Some of the most popular sights in Memphis are Graceland, FedEx Forum and Renasant Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Memphis on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Memphis flights:

• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

MEM features a Delta Sky Club near the B security checkpoint in the walkway, east of the concourse entrance. The facility is accessible to business class travelers or those with membership through Delta. Still, any travelers, regardless of the class you’re flying in, can access the lounge after paying for a day’s pass.

The distance between Memphis International Airport (MEM) and the city center of Memphis is approximately 10.8 miles, and there are numerous options to get you there. For instance, line 39 and line 69 buses travel between the two points in about 1h 28. However, a taxi completes this journey in under 15min if you want to reach there quickly.

As you wait to be picked up after arrival at MEM or for a connecting flight, you can let the little ones burn some calories in the children’s playing area at this facility. You can locate it near gate 7, just before the dome.

Multiple car hire service providers run their counters at Memphis International Airport (MEM), coming in handy for those who wish to explore the city in a car. From the luggage claim area, pass through the lower level of Terminal B to the Ground Transportation Center, where you can book your car.