Memphis to Lincoln flights
Lincoln lies 855 km (531 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 51 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 | Lincoln | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 633,104 | 294,757 |
| Elevation | 84 m (276 ft) | 366 m (1,201 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) |
| Nearest large airport | MEM, 13 km out | OMA, 86 km out |
| Postal codes | 37501–38197 | 68501–68588 |
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 Lincoln
Lincoln is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Eppley Airfield (OMA), 86 km (53 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,502 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Lincoln Airport (LNK, 9 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eppley Airfield | OMA | 86 km (53 mi) | 9,502 ft | 984 ft |
| Lincoln Airport (regional) | LNK | 9 km (6 mi) | 12,901 ft | 1,219 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Lincoln from Memphis?
855 km (531 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Memphis.
How long does it take to get from Memphis to Lincoln by air?
About 1 h 51 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 Lincoln?
No, both are on America/Chicago at the moment.
Which airports are used for Memphis to Lincoln flights?
Typically Frederick W. Smith International Airport (MEM) to Eppley Airfield (OMA); Lincoln also has LNK.
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.