Distance from Memphis to Phoenix (United States)

The distance between Memphis, Tennessee and Phoenix, Arizona is 2,032 kilometers (1,263 miles).

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Memphis is located in the southeastern United States, while Phoenix is situated in the southwestern region, highlighting their positions across the country. The straight-line distance between them is 2,032 kilometers, heading west.

Memphis is at 84 meters above sea level, while Phoenix is at 366 meters.

Driving route

The car route from Memphis to Phoenix covers approximately 2400 km, passing through major highways like I-40 and regions such as Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, and New Mexico before reaching Arizona.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Little Rock, Oklahoma City, Amarillo, Albuquerque, Petrified Forest National Park.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Memphis to Phoenix crosses diverse landscapes, from the Mississippi River to the deserts of Arizona, passing by landmarks like the Petrified Forest.

Best time to travel

The best times to travel are in spring and fall, when tourism is moderate and temperatures in Phoenix are milder.

Climate

Phoenix has a desert climate with hot summers and mild winters, contrasting with Memphis's humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters.

Accessibility

Phoenix offers extensive accessibility infrastructure, including public transport and facilities, which are comparable to those available in Memphis.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Bicycle 3-4 days
Motorcycle 1-2 days
Car 1 day
Airplane 3-4 hours
Speed Time
50 km/h
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Memphis, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Chicago

Coordinates: 35.1495° N 90.049° W

Elevation: 84 m (276 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Memphis International Airport (MEM)
  • Millington-Memphis Airport (NQA)
  • Olive Branch Airport (OLV)
  • Tunica Municipal Airport (UTM)
  • Tunica Municipal Airport (UTA)
Phoenix, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Phoenix

Coordinates: 33.4484° N 112.074° W

Elevation: 366 m (1,201 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
  • Scottsdale Airport (SCF)
  • Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT)
  • Phoenix Goodyear Airport (GYR)
  • Luke Air Force Base (LUF)

Other distances from Memphis

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Memphis to New York City 1,537 km
From Memphis to Los Angeles 2,581 km
From Memphis to Chicago 773 km
From Memphis to Houston 778 km
From Memphis to Phoenix 2,032 km

Other distances from Phoenix

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Phoenix to New York City 3,451 km
From Phoenix to Los Angeles 575 km
From Phoenix to Chicago 2,338 km
From Phoenix to Houston 1,635 km
From Phoenix to Philadelphia 3,351 km

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