How far is Phoenix, AZ, from Memphis, TN?
The distance between Memphis (Memphis International Airport) and Phoenix (Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport) is 1264 miles / 2034 kilometers / 1098 nautical miles.
The driving distance from Memphis (MEM) to Phoenix (PHX) is 1430 miles / 2301 kilometers, and travel time by car is about 25 hours 23 minutes.
Memphis International Airport – Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
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Distance from Memphis to Phoenix
There are several ways to calculate the distance from Memphis to Phoenix. Here are two standard methods:
Vincenty's formula (applied above)- 1263.684 miles
- 2033.703 kilometers
- 1098.112 nautical miles
Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth's surface using an ellipsoidal model of the planet.
Haversine formula- 1260.979 miles
- 2029.349 kilometers
- 1095.761 nautical miles
The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).
How long does it take to fly from Memphis to Phoenix?
The estimated flight time from Memphis International Airport to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is 2 hours and 53 minutes.
What is the time difference between Memphis and Phoenix?
The time difference between Memphis and Phoenix is 2 hours. Phoenix is 2 hours behind Memphis.
Flight carbon footprint between Memphis International Airport (MEM) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
On average, flying from Memphis to Phoenix generates about 164 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 164 kilograms equals 363 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.
Map of flight path and driving directions from Memphis to Phoenix
See the map of the shortest flight path between Memphis International Airport (MEM) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
Airport information
| Origin | Memphis International Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Memphis, TN |
| Country: | United States  |
| IATA Code: | MEM |
| ICAO Code: | KMEM |
| Coordinates: | 35°2′32″N, 89°58′36″W |
| Destination | Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport |
|---|---|
| City: | Phoenix, AZ |
| Country: | United States |
| IATA Code: | PHX |
| ICAO Code: | KPHX |
| Coordinates: | 33°26′3″N, 112°0′43″W |