Memphis International Airport (MEM): Codes, Runways & Location
Memphis International Airport (IATA: MEM · ICAO: KMEM) is a large airport serving Memphis, United States. It lies at 35.0438° N, 89.9763° W, 341 ft (104 m) above sea level.
Overview of Memphis International Airport
Memphis International Airport is classified in the OurAirports dataset as a large airport, serving the area of Memphis in United States. It is identified by the IATA code MEM and the ICAO code KMEM. It has scheduled commercial airline service.
Memphis International Airport has 4 runways recorded. Its longest runway is about 3389 m (11120 ft) long. A runway of that length can physically support the largest wide-body jets, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380, though actual limits also depend on elevation, temperature, payload and local procedures. Runway surfaces: asphalt, concrete. At least one runway has lighting for night operations. The field elevation is 341 ft (104 m); higher-elevation airports need longer takeoff runs in thin air.
Other airports lie nearby: 6 are within reach, the closest being Olive Branch Airport (OLV) about 19 km away.
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Airport Details & Runways
Physical characteristics from the public-domain OurAirports dataset.
Location & Runway Capacity
Aircraft capacity by runway length
Longest runway ≈ 3,389 m — A380 / 747 capable
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Seaports near Memphis International Airport
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memphis International Airport
Where is Memphis International Airport located?
Memphis International Airport is located in Memphis, United States. Its coordinates are 35.0438° N, 89.9763° W.
What is the airport code for Memphis International Airport?
Memphis International Airport has an IATA code of MEM and an ICAO code of KMEM.
How long is the runway at Memphis International Airport?
Memphis International Airport's longest runway is about 3389 m (11120 ft), which can support the largest wide-body jets, including the Boeing 747 and Airbus A380.
How many runways does Memphis International Airport have?
Memphis International Airport has 4 runways recorded in the dataset, with asphalt, concrete surfacing.
Is Memphis International Airport a major airport?
Memphis International Airport is classified as a large airport with scheduled commercial service.
About this data
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