NYC → MEM

Cheap Flights to Memphis

Find the cheapest flights from New York to Memphis, TN. Compare airlines from $109 one-way.

2h 45m direct flight
From $109 one-way
MEM Airport

$76

Lowest Fare

one-way

$109

Average Price

one-way

2h 45m

Flight Duration

direct

Apr

Best Month

to book

About Memphis, TN

Memphis is the home of the blues, Beale Street, and Graceland, plus some of the South's most revered barbecue. It's a music-and-food pilgrimage from NYC.

Memphis is served by MEM airport, reachable nonstop from New York's three major airports (JFK, LGA, and EWR). The average fare from NYC to Memphis is around $109 one-way, with the lowest prices typically in Apr and the highest around holidays and summer peak travel.

Top things to do in Memphis:

  • •Graceland (Elvis Presley's home)
  • •Beale Street live music
  • •National Civil Rights Museum

Best airlines: JetBlue offers strong value with a free carry-on bag. Delta and American Airlines tend to have the most daily departures. Spirit and Frontier offer the cheapest base fares but charge extra for bags.

Best Time to Visit Memphis

For Memphis, the best months to fly from NYC are typically Apr, May, Sep — a sweet spot of better fares, comfortable weather, and lighter crowds. Use the seasonal guide below to plan around peak pricing.

🌸 Spring (Mar-May)

Mild weather, moderate prices. A great time to visit before summer crowds arrive.

Moderate

☀️ Summer (Jun-Aug)

Peak season with the highest prices. Book 3-4 months ahead if you must travel in summer.

Expensive

🍂 Fall (Sep-Nov)

Best value season with lower prices and comfortable weather. Highly recommended.

Affordable

❄️ Winter (Dec-Feb)

Prices vary — cheap in early January but expensive during the holidays.

Varies

Tips for Finding Cheap Flights to Memphis

1Book 3-5 weeks ahead for the best fares to Memphis
2Check flights from all three NYC airports (JFK, LGA, EWR) to find the lowest price
3Travel in shoulder season (Apr or May) for best value
4Pack light if flying Spirit or Frontier — carry-on fees can add $45+ each way
5Set a price alert to get notified when prices drop below your target
6Consider flying Tuesday/Wednesday for cheaper fares on this route

FAQ: Cheap Flights to Memphis

Cheap flights to Memphis from New York typically start from $76 one-way on budget carriers like Spirit or Frontier. The average round-trip price is $218–$305. Prices fluctuate based on season and booking timing.
The best time to visit Memphis depends on your preferences. For the best combination of weather and prices, consider traveling in Apr or May. These months also tend to have lower hotel rates and fewer crowds.
A direct flight from New York City to Memphis takes approximately 2h 45m. Connecting flights can add 2-4 hours to your travel time. JFK and Newark (EWR) offer the most direct flight options to Memphis.
Multiple airlines serve the NYC to Memphis route including JetBlue, Delta, American Airlines, United Airlines, Spirit, and Frontier. JetBlue and Delta typically offer the best balance of price and service, while Spirit and Frontier have the cheapest base fares.
The best NYC-area airport for flights to Memphis depends on which airline you choose. Check all three airports (JFK, LGA, and EWR) when searching — prices can vary significantly. Newark (EWR) is often cheapest for United flights, while JetBlue typically operates from JFK.

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NYC Airports to Memphis

JFK

John F. Kennedy

$109+

LGA

LaGuardia

$114+

EWR

Newark Liberty

$104+

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