Flying from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is 2 hours behind Memphis, where Memphis International Airport is located. Seattle operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from MEM to Seattle, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
For a domestic flight within United States, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to show some form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Memphis International Airport to Seattle, make sure your ID is up to date.
The journey from central Memphis to MEM takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Seattle? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near MEM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Seattle
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Memphis International Airport to Seattle is R 1,495. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 3,928. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MEM to Seattle. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Memphis International Airport to Seattle across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of checking for cheap tickets from MEM to Seattle every day.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to the centre of Seattle takes about 18 minutes by car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 54 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Memphis International Airport to Seattle. Book one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE) is around 3 kilometres from the centre of Seattle. Following your flight from Memphis International Airport to Seattle, it'll take you around 11 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take approximately 23 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near LKE. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from MEM to Seattle:
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Memphis International Airport to Seattle. July is the busiest month to visit Seattle. If you want a more relaxed atmosphere, go in May.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Memphis International Airport to Seattle in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
February has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from MEM to Seattle sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seattle
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Seattle right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Memphis International Airport to Seattle:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Gas Works - Lake View Point, Queen Anne Bowl Playfield and LMN Architects are must-do's during your Seattle adventure.
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