Flying from New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL): What you need to know
Your adventure begins at one of New York's main airports, New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check out your options for booking a flight from New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) taking off from either of these.
Expect to be travelling for 2 hours 40 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport flight.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is located in Atlanta. The city's timezone is UTC-5, which is the same as New York.
The most popular route is from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), with 75 direct services every week. If you want to be on your way right away, the earliest flight from JFK to ATL is the 5:59am Delta Air Lines service. If you're looking to take off later, the final departure is at 9:40pm with JetBlue Airways.
Your flight from New York to ATL won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
July is a busy travel month. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like Fourth of July, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) depart from this terminal.
Top airlines that offer direct flights from New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport out of JFK include:
The preferred choice for passengers flying between JFK and ATL is Delta.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Delta.
The journey from central New York to JFK takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
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Of the flights that depart from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
You can book a direct New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) plane ticket out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Check if flying out of EWR makes more sense for your journey.
Top airlines that offer direct flights from New York to ATL departing from EWR include:
Delta is the most popular choice for passengers flying from EWR to ATL.
Flights between Newark Liberty International Airport and Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport tend to arrive on time more often with United compared to other carriers.
Using public transport, you can travel from central New York to EWR in about 1 hour. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport the day before your New York to ATL flight:
Newark Liberty International Airport has an on-time performance of 71%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
You'll find EWR at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
One takeoff, one touchdown. You can book a direct flight from New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport departing from New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
Jump on board with one of these top carriers offering direct New York to ATL plane tickets from LGA:
The top choice among passengers flying between LGA and ATL is Delta.
Spirit Airlines is the top-ranked carrier for punctuality on this route.
From central New York, LGA is around 13 kilometres away. It takes roughly 30 minutes to arrive by car and 55 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near New York LaGuardia Airport and get to your gate with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance record of LGA is 69%. In other words, that's how frequently flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Reserve a hotel near ATL if you have a late flight from New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. Settle into one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport flight.
The street address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Getting from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Atlanta. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
26 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. A return flight starts at 52 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to ATL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
January is the quietest month for flights from New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Atlanta based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your New York to ATL plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap tickets from New York to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
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