MEM Christmas holiday traffic expected to exceed prepandemic levels
Memphis International Airport (MEM) is projecting approximately 129,000 people to pass through the TSA checkpoint during the Christmas holiday season, which will take place between December 16 and January 2. With passenger volumes expected to be high and airlines booked to capacity, MEM is recommending that passengers arrive at the airport at least two hours before their scheduled departure time. This is especially important for travelers with early morning flights between 4-7 a.m.