Travelling from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport take 2 hours 34 minutes. Atlanta and New York are in the same timezone (UTC-4), so you won't have to adjust your watch when you arrive.
Every week, there are 177 flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. If you'd like to jet off early, opt for the 06:00 JetBlue Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure from JFK to ATL is 21:55 with Delta Air Lines.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
If you want a stopover for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between JFK and ATL:
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Nashville International Airport
Raleigh-Durham International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is ج.م. 1,318. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 2,722. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flight tickets from JFK to ATL by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
John F. Kennedy International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central New York. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 48 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
After a convenient hotel near JFK? If you're on an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
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 a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 17 minutes.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 9 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
July is the most popular month for flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Atlanta in February.
Lock in your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport for July if you want to go to Atlanta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19 ºC and 34 ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from JFK to ATL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3 ºC and 14 ºC on average.
More about Atlanta
Once you've locked in your flights from JFK to ATL, you'll want to find a hotel in Atlanta. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are top attractions which should be on any good Atlanta itinerary.
Complete your Atlanta trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Atlanta stay.
