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MSCAA announces parking rate changes

October 17, 2023

The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority Board of Commissioners recently approved a resolution to increase parking rates at Memphis International Airport (MEM). The additional revenue generated from these increases will be used to fund numerous critical improvements to MEM’s parking system.

The increases will be implemented in the economy garage and surface overflow lots, with daily rates for both moving to $9 per day effective November 1, 2023. The rates for the short-term and long-term lots will remain unchanged.

MEM shares Fall Break travel tips

October 4, 2023

Fall Break continues the trend of heavy passenger traffic at MEM. More than 50,000 people are expected to pass through the TSA checkpoint during the peak Fall Break travel period, which will take place October 5-9. MEM continues to strongly recommend that passengers arrive at the airport a minimum of two hours before their scheduled departure time.

MEM shares travel tips for Labor Day Weekend

August 30, 2023

Nearly 47,000 people are expected to pass through the TSA checkpoint at Memphis International Airport (MEM) during the Labor Day travel period, which will take place between August 31 and September 5. The peak day is expected to be Friday, when approximately 10,000 people are projected to pass through the checkpoint.

Marshall Stevens

Marshall Stevens to join MSCAA as Vice President of Operations/Chief Operating Officer

August 17, 2023

Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) has selected Marshall Stevens as its new Vice President of Operations. Stevens will succeed Terry Blue, who will assume the role of MSCAA’s President and CEO on January 1, 2024, following the retirement of current President and CEO Scott Brockman.

Charles W. Baker Airport

Airport Authority to build new terminal for Charles W. Baker Airport in Millington

July 17, 2023

The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority (MSCAA) has approved a construction project that will replace the terminal at Charles W. Baker Airport in Millington.

MEM shares summer parking update, tips for travelers

July 14, 2023

Over the past few weeks, Memphis International Airport has seen a significant uptick in social media comments and inquiries about the parking situation. We have regularly included parking updates and information in our news releases about holiday and peak travel, most recently the 4th of July weekend. Moving forward, will utilize the website and social media to proactively remind passengers ahead of peak days in the coming weeks as summer continues.

Southwest Airlines launches service between Memphis and Washington DC

July 11, 2023

Southwest Airlines has launched its seasonal daily nonstop service between Memphis International Airport (MEM) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). The route will operate through September 4.

Fourth of July fireworks

MEM shares travel tips for 4th of July weekend

June 28, 2023

More than 55,000 people are expected to pass through the TSA checkpoint at Memphis International Airport (MEM) during the 4th of July travel period, which will take place between June 29 and July 5. The peak day is expected to be Friday, when more than 10,000 people are projected to pass through the checkpoint.

Avelo Airlines launches nonstop service between Memphis and Raleigh-Durham

June 14, 2023

Avelo Airlines has launched its new nonstop service between Memphis International Airport (MEM) and Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Headquartered in Houston, Avelo Airlines is the tenth airline serving MEM.

Cancun, Mexico

Vacation Express resumes nonstop Memphis-Cancun flights

June 6, 2023

Vacation Express has resumed its summer nonstop weekly service between Memphis International Airport (MEM) and Cancun International Airport (CUN). The flights depart on Sundays through July 23, allowing passengers to enjoy six-night vacation packages at a variety of resorts in the Cancun, Riviera Maya and Costa Mujeres areas.

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