C$61 Cheap Flights from New York LaGuardia (LGA) to Atlanta (ATLA)

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Flight deals from New York LaGuardia to Atlanta

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$170. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Atlanta

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York LaGuardia to Atlanta flights are currently cheapest in September.

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Alternative New York LaGuardia to Atlanta routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from New York LaGuardia to Atlanta? You could fly into the following airports instead.

New York to Atlanta: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$61
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 37 mins
Most popular airlineLATAM Airlines
Average flights per week525

Finding cheap flights from New York LaGuardia to Atlanta: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Atlanta: Atlanta Fulton County, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson and Atlanta De Kalb / Peachtree.
The best price we found for a return flight from New York LaGuardia to Atlanta is C$142. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 37 minutes is the average flight time from New York LaGuardia to Atlanta.
LATAM Airlines, American Airlines and Republic Airways fly direct from New York LaGuardia to Atlanta.
As of May 2026, there are 525 flights per week flying from New York LaGuardia to Atlanta.
The cheapest month to fly from New York LaGuardia to Atlanta is usually June.
If you're flying from New York LaGuardia Airport, the cheapest airport near Atlanta is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson – which is 12.6 km away from the centre of Atlanta. We've found flights into this airport from C$142.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Atlanta but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Atlanta is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. July is typically the warmest month in Atlanta, when it usually averages around 33°C. You can expect the least rain in October. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -0°C. The rainiest month is July.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Atlanta.

Travelling from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Atlanta: what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • New York (the location of LaGuardia Airport) and Atlanta are in the same timezone — UTC-4.

  • LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most popular route, with 364 departures a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from LGA to ATL is with Southwest Airlines at 21:20. Go for the first departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 06:00 if you want to get going early.

  • Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from LGA to Atlanta. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Peak months like July or vacation periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger waits at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.

  • You can catch a nonstop flight from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta that lands at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).

  • Direct flights from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta are available from a good selection of airlines. Select your seat on any of these:

  • Once you've booked flight tickets from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta, get your travel documents ready. A visa or passport isn't needed since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, such as a driver's licence or an ID card, you're all set.

  • The journey from central New York to LGA takes approximately 58 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 27 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to LGA:

How to find the cheapest flights from LaGuardia Airport (LGA) to Atlanta

  • C$61 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$142. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.

  • Lock in cheap tickets from LGA to Atlanta by booking at least 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from LGA to Atlanta. There's no need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll update you when the price changes.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Airports in Atlanta

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta is approximately 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 17 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour and 9 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta. Book one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:

Best time to go to Atlanta

  • July is the most popular month for flights from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta. To avoid the crowds, plan your trip to Atlanta in February when things are quieter.

  • Lock in your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 34ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from LGA to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 14ºC.

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