Flying from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW): what you need to know
Get your travels underway at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), the main airport in Atlanta. Search for flights from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) that depart from this terminal.
1 hour 40 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport.
Fort Myers (where Southwest Florida International Airport is located) and Atlanta share the UTC-4 timezone. You can fly without needing to calculate any time difference.
With 82 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 08:00. If you'd like to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight from ATL to RSW is with Delta at 23:05.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Atlanta to RSW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like July? Busy periods (like spring break, summer and New Year) can add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You can book a direct flight from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) out of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
You can travel on a direct flight from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport with Delta. This top airline offers services from ATL.
From central Atlanta, ATL is around 18 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to reach the terminal.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
About Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near RSW instead:
Getting from Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to central Fort Myers
Southwest Florida International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Fort Myers. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
For a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport, Rs25,289 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just Rs45,201. These are currently the lowest fares but may change depending on availability.
You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Atlanta to RSW when you book 8 months ahead of takeoff. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey tend to be at their lowest.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, use the 'Whole month' search feature to see the lowest prices for each month.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW)
October is the most popular month to catch a flight from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Fort Myers, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Think about the type of weather that'll work with your plans for Fort Myers. The warmest month is August. Book your flights from Atlanta to RSW sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 33ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport in January when temperatures average between 10ºC and 24ºC.
More about Fort Myers
Start your Fort Myers trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to experience Fort Myers is to explore its most popular attractions. Some highlights include Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve North, Fort Myers River District and Lakes Regional Park.
Complete your Fort Myers trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in Fort Myers and see the city at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted rental companies in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Atlanta to Southwest Florida International Airport.
