Flying from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to Memphis International Airport (MEM): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Memphis International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
New Orleans and Memphis are in the UTC-6 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Give yourself enough time to catch your MSY to MEM flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
American Airlines is your gateway to exploring Memphis (and maybe even some other great corners of the United States!). Browse the direct flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Memphis International Airport offered by this carrier.
The majority of travelers choose to fly with American Airlines on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Memphis International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between MSY and MEM:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY) to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Memphis International Airport flight is $117. A return plane ticket is currently $236. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MSY to MEM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Memphis International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MSY to MEM.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Memphis International Airport.
Handy information about New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport (MSY)
MSY is located at 900 Airline Highway.
Of the flights that depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.
Central New Orleans to New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport is around 18 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Memphis International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MSY:
Arriving at Memphis International Airport (MEM)
Consider staying in a hotel near MEM if you're on a late New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Memphis International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Memphis International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and chase adventure across Memphis and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Memphis International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Memphis International Airport (MEM)
October is the most popular month for flights from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Memphis International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Memphis in January.
Book your flight from New Orleans Louis Armstrong Airport to Memphis International Airport for July if you want to explore Memphis during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MSY to MEM in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Extend your the United States trip with a visit to New South Memphis, located about 6 kilometers south of Memphis. Big River Crossing is just one of the top sights to put on your must-do list.
Next? Make your way to Nashville. It's roughly 322 kilometers east of Memphis and is known for highlights like Grand Ole Opry.
