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.
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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.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Atlanta right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from LaGuardia Airport to Atlanta:
Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park are just the start of the top-rated attractions to add to your Atlanta travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Piedmont Park.
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