Memphis to Los Angeles (MEM–LAX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MEM–LAX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines and American Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,615 miles in approximately 3h 56m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: VS | 6 | 738 | 3h58 | SkyTeam | VS | |
| AA American Airlines | 0 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Los Angeles from Memphis
| Metric | MEM→LAX | PAH→LAX | HOT→LAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MEM | – | 155 mi | 181 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 13 | – | – |
| Flight time | 3h 56m | 3h 20m | 2h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 33% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MEM: CDT · LAX: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Memphis, it's 4:00 PM in Los Angeles.
LAX has no direct rail link to downtown. The closest option is the free LAX Shuttle G to the Metro C Line station at Aviation/Century Blvd (fare $1.75 to Union Station, 40–50 min). Taxis use a meter; expect $35–55 to downtown and $30–45 to Santa Monica. Ride-shares cost $20–45 depending on destination and surge pricing.Rental car facilities are a short shuttle ride from terminals. FlyAway buses run to Union Station, Van Nuys, Hollywood, and Westwood ($9.75–11.25). For LAX Connect (the new people mover to Inglewood), check if it has opened at time of travel.
Mediterranean climate. Summers are warm and dry (24–30°C) with low humidity and almost no rain. Winters are mild (10–18°C) with occasional rain from November through March. Fog ("June Gloom") is common from late May through July, blanketing mornings until noon and causing departure delays.
Santa Ana winds occur in fall and spring, sometimes grounding departures briefly. Heat waves in September–October can push temperatures above 38°C inland, though LAX itself stays cooler near the coast.
MEM–LAX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MEM to LAX
Memphis International Airport (MEM) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and American Airlines. With 13 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
MEM to LAX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MEM to LAX is about 3 hours 56 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,615 miles (2,600 km). There are approximately 13 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Dallas Love Field, Harry Reid and Phoenix Sky Harbor. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Paducah (PAH) and Hot Springs (HOT).