Travelling from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris is seven hours ahead of Memphis, where Memphis International Airport is located. Paris observes the UTC+1 timezone.
For a relaxed start to your MEM to Paris flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from MEM to Paris with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
MEM is about 13 kms (8 miles) from central Memphis. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to MEM? If you've booked an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Paris, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
77% of flights that leave from Memphis International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
MEM is located at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Paris
£211 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Paris flight. A return ticket right now is £621. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from MEM to Paris. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Memphis International Airport to Paris ticket.
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Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 26 kms (16 miles) from central Paris. If you're opting for a ride-share or a taxi, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
If you're coming in 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 sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks before your flight from MEM to Paris.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Central Paris is located around 14 kms (9 miles) from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). After your flight from Memphis International Airport to Paris has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 25 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to ORY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your MEM to Paris flight:
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from ORY one week in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) is around 88 kms (55 miles) from central Paris. It takes about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre by ride-share or taxi after your flight from Memphis International Airport to Paris.
The journey will take you about 1 hour 15 minutes when travelling on public transport.
Check in to a hotel near BVA and go from the plane to your bed in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late MEM to Paris flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options offer convenience when you need it most:
About three weeks ahead of your flight from Memphis International Airport to Paris is the ideal time to book your ride from BVA. You're likely to snag a better deal or pick up some early bird promotions.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport can be found at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
July is the busiest month for flights from Memphis International Airport to Paris. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Paris in January.
The warmest month in Paris is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 29ºC. Book your Memphis International Airport to Paris plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from MEM to Paris around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Paris right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Memphis International Airport to Paris:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Musee d'Orsay are must-visits when exploring Paris.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be explored once you've seen Paris. Around 386 kms (240 miles) away to the southeast, top sights here include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Around 338 kms (210 miles) southwest of Paris, Nantes is another essential stop in France. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.