MEM Today
What This Means for You
Delay data is currently unavailable for MEM.
If you can choose your departure time: afternoon flights (3pm - 6pm) run at 84%. Early morning (5am - 9am) drops to 70%. That is a 14-point difference from the same airport on the same day.
MEM Flight Board
Live departures and arrivals at Memphis International Airport.
| Status | Airline | Flight | Destination | Sched | Updated | Gate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pick Your Window
Afternoon vs Early Morning is a 14-point swing at MEM. The afternoon block runs at 84%. If you have any say in your departure time, this is the biggest thing you can control.
Through the Day
vs Last Week
Tracking about the same as last week. Departures at 64%, last week 63%. Arrivals roughly the same. Tue was the worst day, Fri the best.
The Bigger Picture
MEM has been bouncing between 42% and 84%. Best day was May 18 at 84%. Worst was May 6 at 42%. The norm is 61-67%, which is just how MEM runs.
About MEM Delays
Memphis International Airport has averaged 64% on-time departures this week, making it frequently delayed. Performance varies by time of day and weather conditions.
Memphis International Airport is one of 179 FAA-monitored airports with real-time delay tracking. Data includes departure and arrival on-time percentages, updated every 15 minutes, with historical trends available for the past 90 days.
Early morning departures from Memphis International Airport typically have the highest on-time rates. Delays tend to accumulate throughout the day as cascading effects from earlier disruptions compound. Check the 24-hour trend chart above for today's pattern.