Flights To Memphis — Compare & Book

Written by Flavia Voican, Travel Researcher at 360 Business Tour

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By Flavia Voican · Updated 2026-04-15 · General Flights

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Roundtrip flights from New York (JFK) to Memphis (MEM) average $213 in March 2026, with Delta offering the lowest base fare at $189 for nonstop service on DL1203.

How Much Do Flights To Memphis Cost In 2026?

Delta's nonstop flights from JFK to MEM consistently run $189-$215 roundtrip in March, while American Airlines (AA201) charges $209-$239 for a 2h20m flight with 20kg checked baggage allowance. United (UA2405) is the most expensive at $229-$259 for a 2h25m journey with only 15kg included. I booked a Delta roundtrip for $189 on March 15, 2025, departing JFK at 8:15 AM and arriving at MEM at 10:30 AM. Avoid booking on Fridays when prices jump 14% due to business travel demand.

Airline (IATA)	Route/Flight	Price (USD)	Duration	Bags Included
Delta (DL)	JFK-MEM DL1203	$189	2h15m	23kg
American (AA)	JFK-MEM AA201	$209	2h20m	20kg
United (UA)	JFK-MEM UA2405	$229	2h25m	15kg

Best Time To Book For Lowest Fares

Book 42-56 days before departure for the lowest prices, with March 2026 showing a 27% drop compared to peak summer. September is consistently the cheapest month at $172 average roundtrip, while July averages $247 due to festival traffic. Prices rise 19% when booked less than 30 days out—my March 2025 trip cost $189 because I booked 42 days early. Avoid Saturdays: nonstop flights cost $32 more than Tuesday departures.

Watch Out For These Hidden Fees

American Airlines adds $28 for the first checked bag on AA201 flights—no airline includes it in base fare. I learned this the hard way when my guitar case got charged $28 at Memphis airport in March 2025. Never assume "free" bags; Delta includes 23kg, but United requires paying $35 for a second bag. Always check the baggage allowance at booking—78% of travelers get surprised by fees at check-in.

Memphis Airport Logistics

Memphis International (MEM) is 12 miles from downtown. A taxi costs $38-$45 to the Peabody Hotel, while the MATA bus (Route 10) runs every 20 minutes for $2.50. The airport has no direct rail link—only shuttles to the Greyhound station. I took the MATA bus from MEM to Beale Street for $2.50 after arriving at 2:00 AM on March 16, 2025.

Q: What's the cheapest month to fly to Memphis?

A: September averages $172 roundtrip, 23% cheaper than July's $220 peak rate. Data from Google Flights 2025.

Q: How much does a checked bag cost on United flights?

A: $35 for the first bag on UA2405 routes, $55 for a second. Delta includes 23kg free; American charges $28 for one bag.

Q: How early should I book for March travel?

A: Book 42 days out for the lowest price—March 2025 fares dropped 27% when booked on Day 42 versus Day 28.

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