Flying from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport (MEM): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport (MEM) departing from either of these.
Around 2 hours 30 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Washington DC to Memphis International Airport flight.
The timezone in Memphis is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Washington DC. Memphis International Airport is located in Memphis.
With 24 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Memphis International Airport (MEM) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 7:29am. If you'd like to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last flight from DCA to MEM is with American Airlines at 9:03pm.
Your flight from Washington DC to MEM won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport (MEM) can be booked from this terminal.
American Airlines is a popular carrier that operates direct flights from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport jetting out of DCA.
Most passengers prefer to book seats with American Airlines between DCA and MEM.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time performance on this route is American Airlines. Its services land without delay 70.42% of the time.
DCA is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport:
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 71% touch down on time at their destination.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
IAD is about 40 kilometres from central Washington DC. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Washington Dulles International Airport the day before your Washington DC to MEM flight:
77% of flights out of Washington Dulles International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Enjoy a hassle-free trip from start to finish from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Direct flights from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport can be booked from here.
Get on board with Southwest Airlines. It offers direct Washington DC to MEM plane tickets from BWI.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between BWI and MEM is Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 82.76% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to get to the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your Washington DC to Memphis International Airport flight with time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance rating of BWI is 77%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Consider booking a hotel close to MEM if you're catching a late flight from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and get some sleep sooner:
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around four weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Memphis International Airport flight.
MEM is located at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
Getting from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to central Memphis
From Memphis International Airport, central Memphis is around 18 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Right now, ₹ 8,129 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 16,270. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Washington DC to MEM. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
January is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport (MEM), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Memphis based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a Washington DC to MEM plane ticket departing in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Memphis to range from 19ºC to 35ºC.
January sees temperatures of between -3ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Memphis
Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Memphis International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Memphis:
Your trip to Memphis should come with a side of sightseeing. Attractions that should be on your list include Elvis Presley’s Memphis, Graceland and National Civil Rights Museum.
Explore more of the United States
You've visited Memphis, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Travel about 209 kilometres west to Little Rock to check off its popular sights. From Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site to William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Big Dam Bridge, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Clarksville is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 290 kilometres northeast of Memphis. No journey is complete without a visit to Fort Sevier/Fort Defiance/Fort Bruce Civil War Park and Interpretive Centre, Dunbar Cave and Tennessee Triumph Women's Suffrage Monument.
