Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): what you need to know
Around 2 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Detroit and Atlanta share the same timezone, UTC-4.
Flights from DTW to ATL start at 05:14 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The latest departure is at 23:04 with Spirit Airlines. In total, you can choose from 119 weekly Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your DTW to ATL flight.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, so jetting off to Atlanta (and then visiting more of United States!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating DTW to ATL flights. An impressive 81.08% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DTW and ATL include:
John Glenn Columbus International Airport
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport
Nashville International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Right now, ج.م. 988 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 1,978. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from DTW to ATL, reserve your journey six months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from DTW to ATL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
75.1% of flights leaving from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to DTW? If you're boarding an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Book a hotel near ATL if you're taking a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and discover more of Atlanta and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to central Atlanta has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Atlanta based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from DTW to ATL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
You've done Atlanta, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Journey around 467 kilometres south-east to Jacksonville to check off its leading attractions. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another corner of United States, head for Charlotte, about 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
