Travelling from Philadelphia to Atlanta: what you need to know
Many great adventures start at one of Philadelphia's main airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Explore the options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Atlanta taking off from either of these bases.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the major arrival point in Atlanta.
Around 2 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Philadelphia to Atlanta flight.
Philadelphia and Atlanta are in the same timezone, UTC-4.
The most popular route for flights from Philadelphia to Atlanta is from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). You can choose from 104 services every week between these two airports. If you want to take off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from PHL to ATL is the 05:00 Southwest Airlines option. If you have other commitments or plans on your day of travel, the latest available service is at 21:43 with Frontier Airlines.
Allow plenty of time to make your Philadelphia to Atlanta flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Hopping on a plane during a peak month like August? Busy periods (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add an hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Atlanta
At the moment, 44 € is the best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Atlanta. The cheapest price for a return flight is 96 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book two months before you travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Philadelphia to Atlanta flights.
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Flying from Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
You can catch a direct flight from Philadelphia to Atlanta jetting off from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Start your trip at PHL and land at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
Direct Philadelphia to Atlanta plane tickets are offered by a variety of airlines at PHL. Your nonstop flight awaits with one of these options:
Travelling from central Philadelphia to PHL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Philadelphia to Atlanta? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Philadelphia International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Philadelphia International Airport, 78.93% touch down on time at their destination.
The address for PHL is 8500 Essington Ave.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near ATL if you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia to Atlanta. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and discover more of Atlanta and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
February is the quietest month for flights from Philadelphia to Atlanta, while July is the busiest. Figure out the best time to go to Atlanta based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Philadelphia to Atlanta ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Look for cheap flights from Philadelphia to Atlanta around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Atlanta, explore our range of hotels including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Atlanta.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of United States you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If there's time to check out another corner of United States, consider Charlotte, about 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are among the biggest draws.