Travelling from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Houston's main airports, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Explore your options for booking a flight from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) taking off from either of these.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 10 minutes. On average, that's the time it takes for a direct Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight.
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Houston. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is located in Atlanta.
The busiest route is from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), with 94 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from IAH to ATL is the 5:25am Spirit Airlines service. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 8:30pm with Frontier Airlines.
To ensure you catch your flight from Houston to ATL, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Houston
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
You can book a direct flight from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) out of George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
You'll have your pick of carriers that operate direct flights from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport leaving from IAH. Book your journey with one of these:
The majority of passengers prefer to book seats with Delta Air Lines between IAH and ATL.
Delta Air Lines is the best performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Houston to IAH takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to George Bush Intercontinental Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of George Bush Intercontinental Airport, data shows 78.42% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find IAH at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can book a direct Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) flight ticket out of William P. Hobby Airport (HOU). Decide if leaving from HOU is a better fit for your trip.
You can board a direct flight from Houston to ATL with Delta Air Lines. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of HOU.
Delta Air Lines is the top choice for travellers flying from HOU to ATL.
Want a carrier that's known for punctuality? Go with Delta Air Lines. 82.35% of its flights between William P. Hobby Airport and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport touch down as planned.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Houston to HOU in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Houston to ATL flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to William P. Hobby Airport:
William P. Hobby Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 81.06% of flights taking off from here land when expected.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Have a late flight from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near ATL and hit the lights earlier:
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For the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
Central Atlanta is around 13 kilometres from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research before you go.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Currently, Rs7,776 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs15,551. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Houston to ATL. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
July is when most people book flights from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Visit Atlanta in February for a more low-key escape.
Book a Houston to ATL flight ticket departing in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Atlanta to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.
January has temperatures of between -3ºC and 14ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Houston to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre are major attractions which should be on every Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Atlanta, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel about 225 kilometres west to Birmingham to check off its leading sights. From 16th Street Baptist Church to Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Civil Rights District, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 225 kilometres south-west of Atlanta, Montgomery is another favourite stop in the United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Civil Rights Memorial, Natl memorial for peace and Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church.
