Chicago to Memphis flights
Memphis lies 774 km (481 mi) south of Chicago, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 45 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.
| Chicago | Memphis | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 2.7 million | 633,104 |
| Elevation | 180 m (591 ft) | 84 m (276 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | MDW, 11 km out | MEM, 13 km out |
| Postal codes | 60601–60701 | 37501–38197 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Chicago
Chicago is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,522 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD, 25 km), Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY, 33 km), Michigan City Municipal Airport (MGC, 71 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 Chicago?
774 km (481 mi) in a straight line, south of Chicago.
How long does it take to get from Chicago to Memphis by air?
About 1 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chicago and Memphis?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chicago to Memphis flights?
Typically Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) 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
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- 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.