Seattle to Memphis (SEA–MEM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Seattle to Memphis
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,867 mi 4h 13m nonstop +1h ahead 54 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SEA and MEM, connecting options are available through 54 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SEA to MEM.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
54
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
HRL ~6h 5m EGE ~6h 6m SHV ~6h 16m APA ~6h 33m MKC ~6h 39m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,026
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SEA → MEM
94%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
94%
Arriving
76%
Return
MEM → SEA
63%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
63%
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SEA delays → MEM delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Memphis is 1 hour ahead of Seattle.
SEA: MDT · MEM: CDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Seattle, it's 7:00 PM in Memphis.
Distance & Flight Time
1,867 mi / 3,005 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 13m.
Getting to SEA

Link Light Rail runs from downtown Seattle (Westlake station) to the airport in 38 minutes ($3.50 peak). Trains run every 6–12 minutes during peak hours from 5am to 1am. Ride-shares run $30–50 from downtown; SR-99 and I-5 can be heavily congested southbound during afternoon rush (3–7pm).

Sound Transit 574 express bus serves Tacoma ($2.50–4). Sounder commuter rail connects Tacoma to the airport area via a shuttle.

Facts

SEA–MEM Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Seattle to Memphis route.
Route details
Distance1,867 mi / 3,005 km
Flight time4h 13m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections54 hubs
Origin: SEA
Full nameSeattle–Tacoma International Airport
IATA / ICAOSEA / KSEA
TimezoneAmerica/Boise
Passengers/yr52.6M
Elevation433 ft / 132 m
Destination: MEM
Full nameMemphis International Airport
IATA / ICAOMEM / KMEM
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Tell_City
Passengers/yr4.9M
Elevation341 ft / 104 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SEA to MEM flights.
Nonstop flights from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Memphis International Airport take approximately 4h 13m. The route covers 1,867 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through HRL, EGE, SHV, APA, MKC, TUL, CVG, YEG, RNO, OAK, BZN, TUS, SFO, SAT, MSY, GSO, YYZ, CLE, IAD, PIT, IND, RSW, CHS, JFK, ANC, MSP, PHX, RDU, AUS, PHL, LAX, CLT, DFW, ORD, ATL, BNA, MDW, MCO, IAH, SLC, DTW, DEN, EWR, MIA, LAS, FLL, CDG, FRA, BOS, DCA, DAL, TPA, PVG and BWI. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Memphis is 1 hour ahead of Seattle.
Yes, return flights from MEM to SEA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from SEA to MEM

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Memphis International Airport (MEM) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SEA to MEM Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SEA to MEM ranges from 4 hours 13 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,867 miles (3,005 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

54 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via HRL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.