Cheap Flights from Memphis to New York Starting at $74

Memphis International Airport (MEM) serves as the city’s main commercial gateway and usually functions as a regional and cargo hub rather than a major global connector. It typically hosts legacy and low-cost carriers, plus a heavy presence of freight operators, so fares can be competitive on domestic routes but variable for long-haul itineraries. The airport sits about 10–12 miles southeast of downtown Memphis; drive times are usually 15–25 minutes without heavy traffic. Transit options include buses and rideshares, with local shuttle or taxi fares commonly falling in modest ranges, and car rental readily available on-site. Pros: efficient layout and strong cargo connectivity; cons: limited international connections and occasional peak-time congestion.

Newark Liberty International (EWR) serves as a major international and domestic gateway for the New York area, often handling a strong mix of legacy carriers and international flights alongside some low-cost services. Located in Newark, New Jersey, it’s typically perceived as competitive on transatlantic routing and can be a good option for business travelers. The airport sits about 16–25 km (10–16 miles) from Manhattan; ground options include NJ Transit or Amtrak to Penn Station (around 20–30 minutes on express trains, fares vary by service), the AirTrain plus NJ Transit/Amtrak (combined fares apply), taxis and ride-hailing (30–60 minutes depending on traffic). Pros: extensive international connectivity and frequent schedules; cons: traffic and transfers can be time-consuming and terminals may feel busy during peaks. John F. Kennedy International (JFK) is New York’s primary international hub, typically favored for long-haul and intercontinental flights and served by major global carriers and many international alliances. Positioned in Queens roughly 25 km (15 miles) from Midtown Manhattan, transfer times depend strongly on traffic; the AirTrain links to the NYC Subway and Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), offering journeys to Manhattan in around 35–60 minutes with varied fares, while taxis or ride-hailing can take 30–75 minutes. Pros: broad global route network and modernized international terminals; cons: can be busy during peak hours and connections across terminals may require extra time. LaGuardia Airport (LGA) functions mainly as a domestic and short-haul gateway, often used for regional business and leisure flights and frequently served by legacy and low-cost domestic carriers. Situated in Queens about 13 km (8 miles) from Midtown Manhattan, typical transport options include buses and the MTA subway with shuttle links, taxis and ride-hailing services; transfers usually take 20–45 minutes depending on traffic, with relatively low public-transit fares. Pros: close proximity to Manhattan and quick domestic connections; cons: more limited international options and can be affected by congestion and construction-related delays. Stewart International Airport (SWF) is a smaller, budget-leaning alternative to the main New York airports, sometimes used for low-cost and seasonal international services as well as domestic flights. Located near Newburgh, New York, it’s approximately 100 km (60 miles) northwest of Manhattan, so travel times to the city can be 90–120 minutes by car; limited shuttle and bus services link to Manhattan with infrequent schedules and modest fares. Pros: often lower fares and less busy terminals; cons: longer travel time to the city and fewer daily flight options, which can make connections less convenient.

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