Flying from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL): What you need to know
Put your plans into motion at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Look for flights from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) that take off from this base.
The average duration of a direct Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport flight is 4 hours 55 minutes.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is located in Atlanta. The city runs on the UTC-5 timezone and is three hours ahead of Seattle.
The most popular route is from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), with 64 direct services every week. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from SEA to ATL is the 6am Delta Air Lines option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 11:59pm with Alaska Airlines.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Seattle to ATL. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
July is a busy month for air travel. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can find a direct flight from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
Delta Air Lines is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport taking off from SEA.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between SEA and ATL is Delta.
With a reliable 85.97% of services landing on schedule, Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating on this route.
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SEA make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is around 40 kilometres from central Seattle. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Seattle Paine Field International Airport the day before your Seattle to ATL flight:
Flights from Seattle Paine Field International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing within the expected time frame.
About Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
If you have a late flight from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ATL:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
The address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Getting from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
From Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, central Atlanta is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is Rs22,427. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs47,383. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to ATL. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
July is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL). Visit Atlanta in January if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
When booking your Seattle to ATL plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Seattle to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Your visit to Atlanta should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that should be on your list include Georgia Aquarium, Birth Home of Martin Luther King, Jr and Fox Theatre.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Atlanta, now it's time to discover more of the United States. Journey around 225 kilometres west to Birmingham to check off its popular sights. From 16th Street Baptist Church to Birmingham Civil Rights National Monument and Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another corner of the United States, head for Montgomery, roughly 225 kilometres southwest of Atlanta. Civil Rights Memorial, Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church and Rosa Parks Arrest Site are among the biggest draws.
