Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 55 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Edmonton International Airport to Atlanta.
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4. The city is two hours ahead of Edmonton, where Edmonton International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). There are seven services every week between these two airports. WestJet offers a 00:45 departure between YEG and ATL.
Leave plenty of time to get on your YEG to Atlanta flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Edmonton International Airport to Atlanta tickets are available for booking. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is where you'll complete your journey.
Keep an eye out for promotions from WestJet. This airline has direct flights from Edmonton International Airport to Atlanta.
YEG is about 27 kilometres from central Edmonton. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to YEG? If you're boarding an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Atlanta, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
69.55% of flights leaving from Edmonton International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Atlanta
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Atlanta flight is 121 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 205 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book one month before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from YEG to Atlanta.
May is the best month for nabbing a fantastic deal on Edmonton International Airport to Atlanta tickets. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Atlanta, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near ATL:
Explore without limits with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and discover more of Atlanta and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from YEG to Atlanta.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Before securing your flights from Edmonton International Airport to Atlanta, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Atlanta offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
When booking your Edmonton International Airport to Atlanta plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YEG to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Atlanta, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Centennial Olympic Park and Georgia Aquarium are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Atlanta to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Atlanta. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta, Charlotte is another essential stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.