Flying from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Paris: what you need to know
Memphis International Airport is located in Memphis. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Paris is 6 hours ahead of Memphis.
To ensure you get on your flight from MEM to Paris, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is wise.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from MEM to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
You don't need a visa for France if you have a passport from United States and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before locking in your flight tickets from Memphis International Airport to Paris, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
The journey from central Memphis to MEM takes around 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Paris? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near MEM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Paris
C$381 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Memphis International Airport to Paris. Return flights start from C$874. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEM to Paris if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for a ticket from Memphis International Airport to Paris.
Locking in a cheap ticket from MEM to Paris is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has fallen.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Memphis International Airport to Paris, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes around 44 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 15 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Memphis International Airport to Paris, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Paris. After your flight from Memphis International Airport to Paris, it'll take you around 34 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 57 minutes.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near ORY. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from MEM to Paris at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the most popular month to hop on a flight from Memphis International Airport to Paris while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Paris, consider the pace you like to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Memphis International Airport to Paris for August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from MEM to Paris in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Memphis International Airport to Paris:
Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Paris to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Complete your Paris trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Paris and see the sights at your own pace. Easily compare companies in one place to find the ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Memphis International Airport to Paris.