Flying from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) taking off from here.
Approximately 4 hours 53 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport.
Edmonton is 2 hours behind Atlanta. Edmonton International Airport is located in Edmonton, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
The most popular route is from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG), with 6 direct weekly services. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from ATL to YEG is the 09:05 WestJet service. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 09:05 with WestJet.
To ensure you catch your flight from Atlanta to YEG, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Popular months like July or high seasons such as Christmas and New Year will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a smart idea.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
You can take a direct flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport (YEG) departing from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
You can lock in a direct flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport with WestJet. This popular carrier operates departures from ATL.
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from Atlanta to YEG with a stopover. To see the options leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ATL and YEG include:
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Calgary International Airport (YYC)
From central Atlanta, ATL is around 18 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Catching an early flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport:
About Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Reserve a hotel close to YEG if you have a late flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
From Edmonton International Airport, Edmonton is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 34 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 1 hour and 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
Rs22,896 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport. Return flights start from Rs69,692. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
To secure cheap tickets from Atlanta to YEG, reserve your journey 1 month ahead of the departure date.
Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the best price across each month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from Atlanta to YEG is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Edmonton, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Before locking in your flight from Atlanta to YEG, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Edmonton, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 25ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport in February when temperatures average between -25ºC and 0ºC.
More about Edmonton
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Edmonton right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport:
One of the best ways to get to know Edmonton is to visit its top sights. Essential stops include Royal Alberta Museum, Fort Edmonton Park and Alberta Legislature Building.
Complete your Edmonton trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Atlanta to Edmonton International Airport to track down your perfect ride. Check out our car rentals in Edmonton and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.
