Car Rental at Memphis International Airport
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Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
USD
Country code
1
Average car rental length
6 days
Economy car rental price
$39.26 / per day
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of town
72 - 120 km/h
45 - 75 mi/h
Speed limit within town
40 - 120 km/h
25 - 75 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Rental
Memphis International Airport (MEM) is the major airport serving both the city of Memphis and the surrounding area that includes western Tennessee, northern Mississippi, and eastern Arkansas. The airport used to be much busier as a hub for Northwest Airlines, but traffic bottomed out after Delta bought the airline and closed the hub. It has since started growing again and is currently undergoing reconstruction to better serve passengers and grow in the future.
Memphis is quite a popular tourist destination. The primary attractions are Beal Stree, home of the Memphis blues, and Graceland, Elvis Presley’s former estate. Travelers can also visit Sun Studio, the fabled recording studio where many legendary artists recorded albums. Other attractions located within a reasonable drive include Shiloh National Park, which preserves the battlefield of the Civil War Battle of Shiloh, and Tuepleo, the childhood home of Elvis Presley. Visiting all of these places is extremely easy if you pick up a rental car at Memphis Airport.
Top international routes
- Toronto-Pearson
Main airlines
Delta carries the most passengers to and from the airport with Hartsfield-Jackson Atalanta International Airport, its main hub, the primary destination (though most passengers connect to flights to other destinations from there). The low-cost airline Southwest is the next largest airline at the airport with destinations including Baltimore, Chicago-Midway, Dallas-Love Field, Houston-Hobby, and Orlando.
American Airlines (including its regional brand, American Eagle) provides connections to many cities on the east coast and in the midwest. Finally, the low-cost Allegiant Air serves many vacation destinations in Florida, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. Air Canada provides the airports only international flights which are to and from Toronto.
American Airlines (including its regional brand, American Eagle) provides connections to many cities on the east coast and in the midwest. Finally, the low-cost Allegiant Air serves many vacation destinations in Florida, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. Air Canada provides the airports only international flights which are to and from Toronto.
Terminals
MEM has only one terminal; however, that terminal has three concourses. Currently, all operations are out of Concourses A and C as Concourse B is under reconstruction. In 2021, it is planned that Concourse B will handle all flights and that A and C will be closed.
Location
Memphis International Airport is located roughly 10 miles southeast of downtown Memphis, a drive that only takes around 15 minutes. Graceland, a top tourist attraction in the city, is just a five-minute drive away from the airport. And if continuing an Elvis-themed tour, one can take I-22 down to reach Tupelo, Elvis’ birthplace, in just an hour and a half.
Most popular types of rental car
- Large cars - from $41 per day
- Medium cars - from $38 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - from $84 per day
- Premium cars - from $50 per day
- Small cars - from $35 per day
- SUVs - from $53 per day
Top car rental companies
- National (Tel: +18443709812)
- Alamo (Tel: 8443709801)
- Dollar (Tel: +18664342227)
- Thrifty (Tel: +18772830898)
- Dollar (Tel: +18664342227)
- Avis (Tel: +19013452847)
Car rental desks
All of the rental companies serving MEM are have desks in the Ground Transportation Center. To reach the center, proceed to the lower level (below the level with baggage claim) of the B terminal and follow the signs. The center is just a short walk from the terminal and moving walkways are there to make the walk quicker and easier. The rental car desks are located on two levels.
All of the rental companies offer after-hours service. When returning the car, you need to park in the rental car company’s return area and drop the keys in their box in the return area. National’s box is located on level 1 while Thrifty and Dollar’s are located on Level 2.
All of the rental companies offer after-hours service. When returning the car, you need to park in the rental car company’s return area and drop the keys in their box in the return area. National’s box is located on level 1 while Thrifty and Dollar’s are located on Level 2.
Services and facilities
As the airport is currently under reconstruction, some of its services and facilities have been affected. When it comes to dining options, the situation has been made more bearable by Lenny’s Subs moving to, along with the opening of an Italian restaurant in, Concourse A. A Blue Moon bar opening in Concourse C also helped provide another option in that concourse.
If you need assistance at the airport, you can look for the Blue Suede volunteers. They wear navy blue vests and carry clipboards. They can help you to find anything you need at the airport.
ATMs can be found near the ticketing area and in the connector with Concourse A. If you only have cahs but need to purchase something with a credit card, such as extra baggage allowance, the airport offers a service with which you can obtain a prepaid credit card in exchange for the cash. The ReadyCard kiosks can be found in the connectors between A/B and B/C Concourses.
There is only one lounge in the airport, a Delta Sky Club which can be found between the B and C Concourses. While there are no hotels at the airport, or even immediately next to it, a cluster of them can be found around the intersection of I240 and I-55 which is near Graceland.
If you need assistance at the airport, you can look for the Blue Suede volunteers. They wear navy blue vests and carry clipboards. They can help you to find anything you need at the airport.
ATMs can be found near the ticketing area and in the connector with Concourse A. If you only have cahs but need to purchase something with a credit card, such as extra baggage allowance, the airport offers a service with which you can obtain a prepaid credit card in exchange for the cash. The ReadyCard kiosks can be found in the connectors between A/B and B/C Concourses.
There is only one lounge in the airport, a Delta Sky Club which can be found between the B and C Concourses. While there are no hotels at the airport, or even immediately next to it, a cluster of them can be found around the intersection of I240 and I-55 which is near Graceland.
Nearest gas station
There are two gas stations on the way to the airport after exiting I-240, but to reach either, you must exit Plough Road (the direct route to the airport) onto Airways Blvd. The first station, n Exxon station, while nicer, has prices that are much higher than is typical for the area. The second station, a Mapco station, is located right next to the airport and has prices that are lower than almost all other stations in the area.
Airport info
Memphis International Airport (MEM)
- IATA: MEM
- ICAO: KMEM
- Name: Memphis International Airport (MEM)
- Type: Public / Civil
- Size: Large Airport
- Elevation AMSL: 104 m / 341 ft
- Runway Surface: Concrete / Grooved
- Passengers (per year): 4,196,259
- Distance from City: 3 miles / 4.8 km S of town
- Working hours: 24 hours a day
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Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices cheapest at Memphis International Airport?
The cost of renting a car at Memphis International Airport depends on the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best deal.
Average Rental Price at Memphis International Airport
The cheapest time of the year to rent a vehicle at Memphis International Airport is February when prices for an Economy class start from $45.34. You can see that this is 38% cheaper than the yearly average and 49% cheaper than renting a car in October (when rental prices start at $88.42 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price. But remember that these are average numbers. The exact cost of your rental will depend on your rental length and on how far in advance you book the car. Enter your travel dates at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers!
What’s the most popular rental length at Memphis International Airport?
Travel length differs from one month to another: in December the average rental period is 13 days, while in January, the average rental period is only 4 days.
Average Rental Length
Which is the busiest car rental month at Memphis International Airport?
Travelers are most likely to rent a car at Memphis International Airport in July, while the fewest number of travelers rent in February.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar | Ford Focus | 3 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Thrifty | Mazda 3 | 5 | 3 | Large cars |
Top 6 Suppliers at Memphis International Airport in 2020
National
+18443709812
Ground Transportation Center
Memphis, TN 38116
$43 - $96
Alamo
8443709801
2495 WINCHESTER RD,
$41 - $94
Dollar
+18664342227
2491 Winchester Road
Working hours
Mon:05:00-23:00
Tue:05:00-23:00
Wed:05:00-23:00
Thu:05:00-23:00
Fri:05:00-23:00
Sat:05:00-23:00
Sun:05:00-23:00
Thrifty
+18772830898
2491 Winchester Road
Working hours
Mon:05:00-23:00
Tue:05:00-23:00
Wed:05:00-23:00
Thu:05:00-23:00
Fri:05:00-23:00
Sat:05:00-23:00
Sun:05:00-23:00
Dollar
+18664342227
2491 Winchester Rd, Memphis, TN 38116
$32 - $44
Avis
+19013452847
2491 Winchester Rd Memphis Airport
Working hours
Mon:00:00-01:00; 05:30-23:59
Tue:00:00-01:00; 05:30-23:59
Wed:00:00-01:00; 05:30-23:59
Thu:00:00-01:00; 05:30-23:59
Fri:00:00-01:00; 05:30-23:59
Sat:00:00-00:30; 05:30-23:59
Sun:00:00-01:00; 05:30-23:59
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