Philadelphia to Memphis (PHL–MEM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
PHL–MEM is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and SkyWest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 873 miles in approximately 2h 38m. Beyond nonstop, 68 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 27 | CR9, E75S | 2h38-2h57 | Oneworld | – | |
| AS Alaska Airlines | 10 | CR9 | 2h55 | Oneworld | – | |
| OO SkyWest Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Memphis from Philadelphia
| Metric | PHL→MEM | TTN→MEM | ABE→MEM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from PHL | – | 36 mi | 55 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 37 | 1 | – |
| Flight time | 2h 38m | 2h 24m | 1h 53m |
| Departure OTP | 65% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
PHL: EDT · MEM: CDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Philadelphia, it's 5:00 PM in Memphis.
SEPTA Airport Line rail runs from Center City Philadelphia (30th Street, Suburban, Jefferson, and Market East stations) to the airport in 25–30 minutes ($8 each way). Trains run every 30 minutes from about 5am to midnight. I-76 (Schuylkill Expressway) and I-95 are both frequently congested, making the train a consistent choice for anyone based near a SEPTA station.
Ride-shares from Center City cost $20–35 and take 20–40 minutes. Taxis are metered and slightly more.
PHL–MEM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PHL to MEM
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and Memphis International Airport (MEM) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and SkyWest Airlines. With 37 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
PHL to MEM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PHL to MEM ranges from 2 hours 38 minutes to 2 hours 57 minutes. The route covers a distance of 873 miles (1,405 km). There are approximately 37 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 63 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
68 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via RIC. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ewing Township (TTN), Allentown/Bethlehem (ABE) and Newark (EWR).