What percentage of New York to Atlanta flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 21.1% of flights from New York to Atlanta were direct. When connecting flights are necessary, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

What's the flight time from New York to Atlanta?

The median direct flight time from New York to Atlanta is typically 2 hours and 42 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 8 hours. The distance covered on this route is approximately 1199 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when choosing between direct and connecting flights.

Should I set a price alert for New York to Atlanta flights?

Historically, price fluctuations for flights from New York to Atlanta have been frequent. This suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial for travelers seeking optimal fares. Given the dynamic nature of pricing on this route, an alert can help identify favorable booking opportunities. It is a useful strategy for those looking to secure a good deal.

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August 6 - August 18

Cheapest

EWR - Atlanta

$170

$117

Round trip

August 5 - August 11

Best

Earliest

EWR - Atlanta

$199

$118

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August 22 - August 27

Best

EWR - Atlanta

$202

$119

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August 12 - August 29

EWR - Atlanta

$164

$119

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August 14 - August 28

LGA - Atlanta

$154

$120

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August 13 - August 28

JFK - Atlanta

$134

$120

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August 6 - August 10

JFK - Atlanta

$177

$120

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August 12 - August 18

LGA - Atlanta

$182

$121

Round trip

August 5 - August 18

Earliest

EWR - Atlanta

$168

$121

Round trip

August 19 - August 28

EWR - Atlanta

$184

$122

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New York to Atlanta: Overview

Insights for flights from New York to Atlanta

A typical journey from New York to Atlanta takes about 2h 42m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median journey time reflects the overall travel experience, with connecting flights having a median duration of 18h 10m. Non-stop flights, when available, also take approximately 2h 42m.

Right now, for cheap flights from New York to Atlanta, fares are typically $317–$996, with a median of $569. Current fares are below the typical level, indicating a potentially favorable time to book. However, the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%, suggesting that while current prices are lower than the median, truly exceptional deals are not common at this moment. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from New York to Atlanta? The data indicates that the cheapest months to fly are April, with a median fare of $97, followed by March at a median of $118, and January, with a median fare of $149. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical fare range.

The route from New York to Atlanta covers a distance of 1199 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This distance is typically covered by flights that are relatively brief, often within a few hours for direct services. For this specific route, only 21.1% of recent fares were for direct flights from New York to Atlanta, meaning most itineraries connect at least once, with connecting flights typically involving 2 stopovers.

How much is a round trip from New York to Atlanta

Regular price: $240 - $358

Prices for flights from New York to Atlanta are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from New York to Atlanta is $240 to $358. The current lowest deal is $92 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 18-Aug 19.

now $92

Low $240

High $358

The cheapest time to fly from New York to Atlanta

The cheapest month to fly from NYC to ATL is April, with a median price of $122. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $815. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $122

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $815

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Direct flights from New York to Atlanta

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Last-minute flights going from New York to Atlanta

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

LGA - Atlanta

New York (LGA) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$205

$111

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Atlanta

New York (EWR) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$199

$118

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Atlanta

New York (EWR) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$168

$121

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Atlanta

New York (EWR) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$164

$122

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Atlanta

New York (EWR) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$168

$125

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

EWR - Atlanta

New York (EWR) - Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines

$170

$117

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from New York to Atlanta

1 night

Aug 18 - Aug 19

$341 → $92

73%

6 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 24

$315 → $140

56%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

$307 → $134

56%

3 nights

Aug 24 - Aug 27

$331 → $169

49%

Popular Airports to fly from New York to Atlanta

New York - Atlanta route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from NYC to ATL are below the typical level, with a median price of $569.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Atlanta, with a median price of $122.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 42m

Direct flights from New York to Atlanta typically take 2 hours and 42 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 78.9% of recent NYC to ATL routes.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is one airline that offers direct flights from New York to Atlanta.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from New York to Atlanta are frequent, appearing often in a 30-day window.

New York main airports to depart from

LaGuardia (LGA)

Cheapest

LaGuardia is a convenient option for flights from New York to Atlanta, often featuring competitive prices.

📍 ~13 km from New York city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$117

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

John F. Kennedy International offers many flight choices for your trip from New York to Atlanta.

📍 ~21 km from New York city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$119

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport provides an alternative departure point for flights to Atlanta.

📍 ~88 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$162

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International is another major airport for flights from the New York area to Atlanta.

📍 ~14 km from New York city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$118

Atlanta main airports to arrive at

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Cheapest

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport is a primary arrival airport for flights to Atlanta.

📍 ~13 km from Atlanta (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$112

Airports nearby Atlanta used as alternative

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International (BHM)

Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International is a robust alternative with diverse carrier options for travelers avoiding Atlanta.

📍 ~2.5-hour drive from downtown Atlanta (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$207

Greenville–Spartanburg International (GSP)

Greenville–Spartanburg International is an efficient regional airport with good highway access.

📍 ~230 km from Atlanta (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$184

McGhee Tyson (TYS)

Cheapest

McGhee Tyson is a popular regional airport, ideal for travelers heading to the northern Atlanta suburbs.

📍 ~250 km from Atlanta (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$115

Chattanooga Metropolitan (CHA)

Chattanooga Metropolitan is one of the closest alternatives to Atlanta with easy interstate access.

📍 ~190 km from Atlanta (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Huntsville International (HSV)

Huntsville International offers reliable service with modern facilities for business and government travelers.

📍 ~260 km from Atlanta (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$187

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Atlanta

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$2,639

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Atlanta

Historically, booking flights from New York to Atlanta 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged around $572 for bookings made in this window. In comparison, flights booked 0-6 days before departure were significantly higher, averaging $968. For those booking 28-59 days out, the average price was approximately $621, indicating a clear benefit to planning ahead.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from New York to Atlanta is considered to be $317 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $569. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares being $996 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around the $317 mark.

Historically, April has shown the cheapest median prices for flights from New York to Atlanta, with an average of $97. March also offers competitive fares, with a median price of $118. January, while also being one of the cheaper months, had a median price of $149. These months typically offer better value compared to the annual median price of $569 for this route.

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