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Cheapest round-trip
$302
Typical prices: $327-$555
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/17Fri 10/19
LAX - MEM • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$339
Typical prices: $339-$597
Delta
Fri 11/2Mon 11/12
LAX - MEM • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 3h 36m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 42% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $247 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Memphis (LAX-MEM)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Memphis

Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
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3:45 pm - 1:13 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEM Memphis
19h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Harrison Boone County
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9:35 pm - 7:49 amMEM  Memphis-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
12h 14m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$302Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 22
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5:00 am - 12:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEM Memphis
5h 35m1 stop Houston Hobby
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2:50 pm - 8:35 pmMEM  Memphis-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Reno
$303Southwest
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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6:15 am - 7:09 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEM Memphis
10h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
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9:53 am - 12:23 amMEM  Memphis-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
16h 30m2 stops San Antonio Denver Intl
$305Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 23
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11:42 am - 7:09 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEM Memphis
5h 27m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:29 pm - 3:54 pmMEM  Memphis-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
21h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
$306Frontier
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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12:40 am - 5:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEM Memphis
14h 30m2 stops Houston Hobby Dallas Love Field
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2:50 pm - 8:35 pmMEM  Memphis-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 45m2 stops Denver Intl Reno
$313Southwest
Fri, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 8
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2:00 pm - 11:42 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEM Memphis
7h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:44 am - 9:50 amMEM  Memphis-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
6h 06m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$319American Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 9
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2:00 pm - 11:42 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEM Memphis
7h 42m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:00 am - 2:24 pmMEM  Memphis-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
9h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$319American Airlines
Fri, Nov 27 - Mon, Dec 14
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6:00 am - 7:34 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEM Memphis
11h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:53 pm - 12:02 amMEM  Memphis-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
$324Frontier
Thu, Feb 25 - Sun, Feb 28
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6:10 pm - 11:45 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEM Memphis
3h 35mnonstop
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6:59 pm - 9:13 pmMEM  Memphis-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
4h 14mnonstop
$339Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Dec 10
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4:00 pm - 9:35 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-MEM Memphis
3h 35mnonstop
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6:49 pm - 9:08 pmMEM  Memphis-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
4h 19mnonstop
$339Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Memphis flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Memphis?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Memphis, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Memphis?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Memphis at $348 round-trip.
•July ($459) and June ($458) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 31% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Memphis the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Memphis are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 42% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Los Angeles to Memphis flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
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Your Los Angeles to Memphis flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Memphis?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 12:00 pm and lands at 3:36 pm
    • Latest: departs at 6:30 pm and lands at 10:06 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 36m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Memphis?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Los Angeles to Memphis:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Memphis?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Memphis takes 3h 36m, covering 1,614 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Memphis?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Memphis flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Memphis range from $327 to $555, with an average of $402 over the past 12 months. Anything below $327 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Memphis flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 46% above the route average of $402. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to Memphis?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $247 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $410 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Memphis?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Memphis?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Memphis spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Memphis flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Memphis changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $302 to $1,516. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Memphis flights?

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

    • Delta
    • 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.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Memphis looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Memphis are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $162, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Memphis Airport (MEM)?

    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

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Memphis?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Memphis usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Memphis (MEM).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Memphis pass through?

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 8% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Memphis?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 28% on the Los Angeles to Memphis route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $361 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $497, a difference of $136. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines are available from Los Angeles to Memphis?

    Only Delta operates flights between Los Angeles and Memphis.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Memphis?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 47m, compared with 5h 53m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 02m via Houston Hobby (HOU).

  • What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Memphis?

    Memphis is 2 hours ahead of Los Angeles (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Memphis?

    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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Memphis flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Memphis flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Memphis flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • Which is the best way to get to downtown Memphis from Memphis International Airport (MEM)?

    The city center of Memphis lies about 10.8 miles from Memphis International Airport (MEM), and there are numerous transportation options to get you there. If you’re traveling on a budget, take line 69 bus or line 39 bus and you’ll get to downtown Memphis in about 1h. For a quicker option, consider a taxi and get there in under 15min.

  • How can I move between the terminals at Memphis from Memphis International Airport (MEM)?

    Memphis from Memphis International Airport (MEM) features three terminals, Terminal A, Terminal B, and Terminal C. The three terminals are complemented by a single concourse where all flights arrive and depart. There are walkways to connect between the terminals. Still, an airport shuttle comes in handy for senior citizens as it departs regularly from one terminal to the next.

  • Where can I withdraw cash at Memphis International Airport (MEM)?

    If you left Los Angeles with a depleted wallet to Memphis International Airport (MEM) and want to recharge it for cash-only outlets, you’ll have no shortage of ATMs at this facility. You can locate them in Terminal B: Baggage Level and in the A-B connector.

  • Are there car rentals at Memphis International Airport (MEM)?

    About nine car rental agencies operate their desks at Memphis International Airport (MEM), all located in the Ground Transportation Center. You can get there via the lower level of Terminal B. It might be best if you booked in advance to enjoy special rates.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Memphis flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $361 - about $136 less than Sunday (27% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 42% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Memphis trip for September. Fares historically average $348 round-trip in that month - typically $111 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $247 round-trip on this route - about $164 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Memphis Airport.
    - Colonial Inn & Suites /Airport/Graceland
    - Knights Inn Memphis
    - Budget Host Inn & Suites Memphis
  • Travelers flying aboard Delta Airlines from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Memphis International Airport (MEM) should keep in mind that the airline has a hub at MEM, and Delta Sky Lounge adjacent to the B Security Checkpoint. The carrier uses Concourse C, Gates C1-C22 at Memphis International Airport (MEM). Flying with this carrier grants you priority services as part of the fast lane program.
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) lies within reach of several hotels ideal for those with early morning flights. Usually, such facilities provide courtesy shuttles to and from the airport, enabling their clients to be at the terminal in time for the flight. Hampton Inn & Suites Lax El Segundo is one such hotel.
  • Multiple airlines run numerous lounges at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), including Qantas International First-Class Lounge, Star Alliance Lounge, and United Club Lounge. Access is restricted to members and holders of respective credit cards. Still, Economy Class travelers can access these lounges at a reduced rate.
  • Families departing with their kids via Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) should bear in mind that the facility features designated rooms at the disposal of lactating and nursing moms. These suites are in Terminal 5 after security. Also, they have sinks and comfortable seats to breastfeed and pump in privacy.
  • Suppose you wish to drop off your car ahead of your voyage to Memphis. In that case, you’ll have various options to choose from based on your needs. There are both on-site parking ideal for those dropping and picking someone, and off-site parking for those who want long-term parking.

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