$66 Cheap Flights from Memphis (MEM) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from Memphis to Los Angeles (MEM-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $66 for one-way flights and $132 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
MEM
Memphis
LAX
Los Angeles
$132 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$132
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Memphis to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $132 found 6 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Tue, Aug 26
MEM
Memphis
LAX
Los Angeles
$147 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$147
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Memphis to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $147 found 22 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Wed, Aug 27
MEM
Memphis
LAX
Los Angeles
$152 Roundtrip, just found
$152
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Memphis to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $152 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jul 14 - Thu, Jul 17
MEM
Memphis
LAX
Los Angeles
$166 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$166
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 14 from Memphis to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Jul 17, priced at $166 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 4
MEM
Memphis
LAX
Los Angeles
$167 Roundtrip, just found
$167
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Memphis to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Aug 4, priced at $167 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Jul 2 - Fri, Jul 11
MEM
Memphis
LAX
Los Angeles
$167 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 2 from Memphis to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Jul 11, priced at $167 found 1 hour ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Fri, Sep 19
MEM
Memphis
LAX
Los Angeles
$278 Roundtrip, just found
$278
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Memphis to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Sep 19, priced at $278 just found
Delta
Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
MEM
Memphis
LAX
Los Angeles
$299 Roundtrip, just found
$299
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Memphis to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $299 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jul 10 - Thu, Jul 24
MEM
Memphis
LAX
Los Angeles
$301 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$301
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 10 from Memphis to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Jul 24, priced at $301 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Aug 1 - Sun, Aug 3
MEM
Memphis
LAX
Los Angeles
$319 Roundtrip, just found
$319
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Memphis to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Aug 3, priced at $319 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Memphis (MEM) to Los Angeles (LAX)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $93 - $218 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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Flights from Memphis (MEM) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Memphis Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$132
Distance
1614 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 58 mins

Memphis to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Memphis to Los Angeles

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Memphis to Los Angeles are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Memphis to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Memphis to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Memphis to Los Angeles: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Memphis to Los Angeles

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Memphis to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $66 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Memphis to Los Angeles flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Memphis to Los Angeles airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Cheap return flights from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) start from $299. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Delta flight leaving MEM on July 14 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on June 22 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from MEM to LAX?
The cheapest flights from MEM to LAX are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
You can fly nonstop from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on a Delta Air Lines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from MEM to LAX?
Fly from MEM to LAX with Delta. This airline currently offers the lowest one-way fare on this route, starting at $199. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from MEM on September 17 2025. Prices were last updated on June 22 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
On average you can take your pick of 4 direct weekly flights from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). For more options, consider taking a flight with a layover. Enter your dates on Expedia and then set the filters to include one or more stops.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The 7 PM departures from MEM to LAX are the top choice for many travelers. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your fare, pick a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from MEM to LAX?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM)'s first flight to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is at approximately 7:21PM UTC-6. With a flight time of 4h 22m, you'll land at around 9:43PM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Flights from MEM to LAX have an average travel time of 4 hours and 22 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 1,600 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MEM to LAX?
With 84% of journeys usually arriving on time, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). To check your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
To land at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on time, choose a flight that takes off from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Los Angeles from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM)?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the only airport in Los Angeles with direct flights from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM). Browse the available options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Booking your flight from MEM to LAX just before your trip is generally more expensive. However, if you're flexible with your travel times and dates, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a MEM to LAX flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a MEM to LAX flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and choose from our extensive range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Memphis Intl. Airport (MEM) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you reserved your MEM to LAX flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more details.

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