Flying from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): what you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of New York's main airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) or John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Explore your options for booking a flight from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) jetting off from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 24 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct flight from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is located in Atlanta. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as New York.
With 364 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the busiest route. Delta operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you'd like to get more out of your day before jetting off, the last flight from EWR to ATL is with Spirit Airlines at 23:08.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from New York to ATL. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a popular month like August, get to the terminal even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Go straight to your destination from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Nonstop flights from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are available from here.
At EWR, you'll find a variety of carriers operating direct flights from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, including:
The distance from central New York to EWR is around 24 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Looking for other options for a direct flight from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)? Browse the fares departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
There are plenty of airlines that operate direct flights from New York to ATL. Compare your options below to see which carrier best fits your itinerary departing from JFK:
You can reach JFK from central New York in approximately 48 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
You're going on holiday, so why not spend an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these accommodation options near John F. Kennedy International Airport the day before your flight from New York to ATL:
About Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Consider staying in a hotel close to ATL if you're catching a late flight from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 17 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
R 550 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Return flights start from R 1,176. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from New York to ATL, book your trip 8 months before your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across every month.
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The best time to fly from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
July is the busiest month for flights from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Atlanta in February when it's quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for Atlanta. July is known as the warmest month. Lock in your flights from New York to ATL during then and you can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Atlanta right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:
Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Atlanta itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Piedmont Park.
Complete your Atlanta trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from New York to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, your next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Atlanta. Browse the offers and instantly compare options on price, pick-up convenience, and more.