Travelling from Atlanta to London: what you need to know
Atlanta's main base, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Atlanta to London.
Touch down at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London Gatwick Airport (LGW) or Stansted Airport (STN). You can also hop off the plane at London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY) in London.
The average length of a direct flight from Atlanta to London is 8 hours 9 minutes. London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London 4 hours ahead of Atlanta.
The busiest route for flights from Atlanta to London is from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). You can choose from 47 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ATL to LHR is the 00:59 Delta Air Lines service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 23:59 with Delta Air Lines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Atlanta to London.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you hold a passport from United States and want to travel to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on the length of your trip and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap flight from Atlanta to London.
Flying from Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
If you're looking for a direct flight from Atlanta to London, they're available from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Get from ATL to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) in one seamless journey.
Well-known carriers that have direct flights from Atlanta to London leaving from ATL include:
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from Atlanta to London. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)
Travelling from central Atlanta to ATL takes around 1 hour and 9 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 17 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Need a convenient hotel close to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to London, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is around 31 kilometres from the centre of London. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 57 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour and 1 minute if you're using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Atlanta to London, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
After your flight from Atlanta to London has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour and 19 minutes by car. Central London is roughly 80 kilometres from London Gatwick Airport (LGW).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
You'll find some cosy stays where you can rest ahead of your adventure near LGW. Kick back after your flight from Atlanta to London at any of these perfectly located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to London
At the moment, ج.م. 9,206 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to London. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 23,419. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap tickets from Atlanta to London by booking at least 1 month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Atlanta to London is September. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Atlanta to London.
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month for flights from Atlanta to London. To travel when it's less crowded, visit London in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Atlanta to London in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Atlanta to London sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Atlanta to London:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are must-do's during your London adventure.
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