Travelling from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): what you need to know
Around 9 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
Atlanta's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Atlanta four hours behind London.
Each week, there are 49 London Heathrow Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 10:45 Virgin Atlantic flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 18:25 with Virgin Atlantic.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LHR to ATL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
With direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Atlanta (and then other destinations in United States) is a cinch. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
British Airways is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Delta Air Lines stands out as the most punctual carrier for LHR to ATL flights, with 86.55% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LHR and ATL:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight is C$481. A return plane ticket is currently C$809. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from LHR to ATL by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from LHR to ATL.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Heathrow Airport, data shows 68.18% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near LHR? If you're boarding an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a London Heathrow Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and venture far and wide through Atlanta and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
From Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Atlanta is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Atlanta based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LHR to ATL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a visit to Jacksonville will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you want to check out another major destination in United States, consider Charlotte, roughly 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are the start of reasons to visit.