Travelling from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF): what you need to know
The timezone in Castries is UTC-4, which is two hours ahead of Memphis.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEM to UVF flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Memphis International Airport to St Lucia Hewanorra Airport. These are the top stopovers between MEM and UVF:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Miami International Airport
Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
MEM is located at 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
77% of flights that leave from Memphis International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Memphis International Airport from central Memphis, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MEM? If you're boarding an early flight from Memphis International Airport to St Lucia Hewanorra Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
Book a hotel close to UVF if you have a late Memphis International Airport to St Lucia Hewanorra Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a St Lucia Hewanorra Airport rental car and discover Castries and beyond with your own wheels. Drive A Matic, Sixt and Final Rentals are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from St Lucia Hewanorra Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF) to central Castries
St Lucia Hewanorra Airport to the centre of Castries has a drive time of about 1 hour 30 minutes. It's approximately 72 kilometres away.
It'll take around 2 hours if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to St Lucia Hewanorra Airport (UVF)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Memphis International Airport to St Lucia Hewanorra Airport. December is the busiest month to visit Castries. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in September.
The warmest month in Castries is September, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Memphis International Airport to St Lucia Hewanorra Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
February has average temperatures of between 24ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MEM to UVF around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saint Lucia
Vieux Fort is just one of the many cities in Saint Lucia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Castries. Around 32 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Anse Des Sables Beach, Sandy Beach and Maria Islands Nature Reserve.