Memphis to Columbia flights
Columbia lies 469 km (291 mi) north-west of Memphis, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 21 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.
| Memphis | Columbia | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 633,104 | 129,330 |
| Elevation | 84 m (276 ft) | 219 m (719 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | MEM, 13 km out | COU, 18 km out |
| Postal codes | 37501–38197 | 65201–65218 |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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).
Arriving in Columbia
Columbia is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Columbia Regional Airport (COU), 18 km (11 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 7,401 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Regional Airport (regional) | COU | 18 km (11 mi) | 7,401 ft | 889 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Columbia from Memphis?
469 km (291 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Memphis.
How long does it take to get from Memphis to Columbia by air?
About 1 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Memphis and Columbia?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Which airports are used for Memphis to Columbia flights?
Typically Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM) to Columbia Regional Airport (COU).
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.