What percentage of Memphis to Los Angeles flights are direct?

Historically, across the trailing 90 days, direct flights from Memphis to Los Angeles have not been available. Travelers on this route typically need to anticipate at least one stopover. When connecting flights are necessary, the median number of stopovers observed is 2. This means travelers should factor in additional time for connections when planning their journey.

How many hours is the flight from Memphis to Los Angeles?

The typical flight time from Memphis to Los Angeles, covering a distance of 2600 kilometers, is approximately 4 hours and 14 minutes for a direct flight. However, since direct flights are not commonly available, travelers should expect longer durations. Historically, flights with one stop have a median duration of 8 hours and 37 minutes. This includes the time spent during the stopover.

How often do cheap flights from Memphis to Los Angeles come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Memphis to Los Angeles are classified as frequent. This indicates that travelers have regular opportunities to find good value on this route. Over the trailing 30 days, deals for this route appear with consistent regularity. This makes it a favorable route for travelers looking for frequent opportunities to secure lower prices.

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2026-11-16 – 2026-12-03
MEM - Los Angeles
84% AI deal score
$246
$157
Round trip
2026-11-16 – 2026-12-10
MEM - Los Angeles
79% AI deal score
$244
$190
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2026-12-07 – 2026-12-10
MEM - Los Angeles
83% AI deal score
$313
$194
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2026-11-15 – 2026-12-03
MEM - Los Angeles
71% AI deal score
$245
$215
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2026-11-22 – 2026-12-03
MEM - Los Angeles
72% AI deal score
$255
$215
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2026-11-19 – 2026-12-03
MEM - Los Angeles
70% AI deal score
$253
$226
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2026-10-19 – 2026-11-11
MEM - Los Angeles
67% AI deal score
$231
$230
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2026-11-09 – 2026-12-03
MEM - Los Angeles
68% AI deal score
$239
$232
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2026-10-24 – 2026-10-31
MEM - Los Angeles
74% AI deal score
$270
$235
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2026-10-19 – 2026-11-12
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66% AI deal score
$230
$235
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Memphis to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles

Most itineraries for cheap flights from Memphis to Los Angeles connect at least once, with 0% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This indicates that travelers should expect to factor in layovers when planning their journey.

A typical journey from Memphis to Los Angeles takes about 12h 8m including connections. This duration reflects the common need for connecting flights on this route, as direct options are not available. Travelers should plan accordingly for the total travel time.

The route from Memphis to Los Angeles covers a distance of 2600 kilometers, classifying it as a medium-haul flight. This distance typically involves a longer travel time compared to short-haul routes, often necessitating connecting flights.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Memphis to Los Angeles? The most affordable months to fly are March, with a median fare of $253, followed by April at $277, and May at $290. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to other times of the year.

Fares for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles typically range from $385–$840, with a median of $459. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. Only 3% of recent fares were classified as a good price, suggesting that finding a low fare can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial for tracking fare changes.

How much is a round trip from Memphis to Los Angeles

Regular price: $240 - $407

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles is $240 to $407. The current lowest deal is $236 via Kayak for travel from Nov 3-Nov 4.

now $236

Low $240

High $407

The cheapest time to fly from Memphis to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Memphis to Los Angeles is June, with a median price of $311. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1103. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $311

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,103

Jan

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Memphis to Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Allegiant Air

Deutsche Luft Hansa

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Memphis to Los Angeles

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$468

$460

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$461

$460

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$300

$309

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Southwest Airlines

$299

$365

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

United Airlines

$294

$407

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$176

$388

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles

1 night

Dec 2 - Dec 3

$312 → $251

20%

1 night

Nov 10 - Nov 11

$287 → $236

18%

1 night

Nov 3 - Nov 4

$286 → $236

17%

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$312 → $266

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Memphis to Los Angeles

Memphis - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Memphis to Los Angeles are below the typical level at $236.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Memphis to Los Angeles, with a median price of $253.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 12h 8m

Connecting flights from Memphis to Los Angeles typically last 12h 8m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers connecting deals

Frontier Airlines has 49 connecting deals for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles are frequent.

Memphis main airports to depart from

Memphis International (MEM)

Cheapest

Memphis International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$176

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a primary arrival airport for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$165

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative for North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

📍 ~20 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$305

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a flight is around $313. Booking 7-13 days out sees a slight increase to an average of $330, while waiting until 28-59 days before departure can result in higher average prices of $539. Planning further ahead, 60+ days out, also shows higher average prices at $440.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Memphis to Los Angeles is generally considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $385. The median price for this route over the same period was $459. Prices can go significantly higher, with 75% of deals observed being $840 or less. Therefore, aiming for prices below $385 is advisable for travelers seeking value.

Historically, the trailing 270 days show that March, April, and May typically offer the cheapest flights from Memphis to Los Angeles. March had a median price of $253, while April's median was $277. May followed with a median price of $290. These prices are notably lower than the annual median price of $459 for this route, indicating these months as favorable for budget-conscious travelers.

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Memphis to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from Memphis to Los Angeles

Regular price: $240 - $407

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles is $240 to $407. The current lowest deal is $236 via Kayak for travel from Nov 3-Nov 4.

now $236

Low $240

High $407

The cheapest time to fly from Memphis to Los Angeles

June

Cheapest

Flights from $311

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,103

Jan

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Memphis to Los Angeles

Frontier Airlines

Allegiant Air

Deutsche Luft Hansa

American Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Memphis to Los Angeles

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$468

$460

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$461

$460

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$300

$309

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Southwest Airlines

$299

$365

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

United Airlines

$294

$407

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Los Angeles

Memphis (MEM) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$176

$388

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Memphis to Los Angeles

1 night

Dec 2 - Dec 3

$312 → $251

20%

1 night

Nov 10 - Nov 11

$287 → $236

18%

1 night

Nov 3 - Nov 4

$286 → $236

17%

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$312 → $266

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Memphis to Los Angeles