Ann Arbor to Memphis flights
Memphis lies 963 km (598 mi) south-west of Ann Arbor, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 59 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Ann Arbor | Memphis | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 117,070 | 633,104 |
| Elevation | 271 m (889 ft) | 84 m (276 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Detroit) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | DTW, 33 km out | MEM, 13 km out |
| Postal codes | 48103–48113 | 37501–38197 |
Clocks in Memphis are 1 h behind Ann Arbor right now, so a 1 h 59 min journey lands only 59 min later by the destination clock.
Airports at each end
Leaving Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor is served by 5 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), 33 km (21 mi) from the centre, whose 12,003-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Windsor International Airport (YQG, 65 km), Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport (TOL, 77 km), Bishop International Airport (FNT, 77 km), Capital Region International Airport (LAN, 89 km).
Arriving in Memphis
Memphis is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 11,120-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Jonesboro Municipal Airport (JBR, 93 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick W. Smith International Airport | MEM | 13 km (8 mi) | 11,120 ft | 341 ft |
| Jonesboro Municipal Airport (regional) | JBR | 93 km (58 mi) | 6,200 ft | 262 ft |
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Staying in Memphis
Our booking partner lists 464 places to stay in Memphis. Of the 309 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (170), and 3 are five-star. Across 153 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.8 out of 10. Guests have left 89,486 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Memphis from Ann Arbor?
963 km (598 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Ann Arbor.
How long does it take to get from Ann Arbor to Memphis by air?
About 1 h 59 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ann Arbor and Memphis?
Memphis is 1 h behind at the moment (America/Chicago against America/Detroit).
Which airports are used for Ann Arbor to Memphis flights?
Typically Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM); Memphis also has JBR.
Where can I stay in Memphis?
Our booking partner lists 464 places to stay in Memphis, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.