Traveling from Phoenix to Atlanta: what you need to know
Set off on your next big adventure from one of Phoenix's main airports, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) or Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA). Check out your options for booking a flight from Phoenix to Atlanta taking off from either of these.
Come in for landing at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). This is the primary arrival point in Atlanta.
Around 3 hours 40 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct Phoenix to Atlanta flight.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your Phoenix to Atlanta flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Atlanta
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Atlanta is $76. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $148. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Phoenix to Atlanta flights.
The best month for landing cheap plane tickets from Phoenix to Atlanta is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from Phoenix to Atlanta.
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Flying from Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
If you're after a direct flight from Phoenix to Atlanta, you can depart from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX). Travel from PHX to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) without any stops.
You'll have your pick of airlines that offer direct Phoenix to Atlanta plane tickets out of PHX. Reserve your trip with one of these:
Traveling from central Phoenix to PHX takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometers in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Planning to catch an early flight from Phoenix to Atlanta? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport:
82.57% of flights departing from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. Given its strong performance rating, delays are unlikely when flying out of PHX.
PHX is located at 3400 Sky Harbor Boulevard.
Arriving in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 13 kilometers away.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to Atlanta, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ATL:
Pick up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and discover Atlanta and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are popular outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks in advance of your Phoenix to Atlanta flight.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
February is the quietest month for flights from Phoenix to Atlanta, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Atlanta based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
When booking your Phoenix to Atlanta tickets, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Phoenix to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Atlanta
After booking your flight from Phoenix to Atlanta, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Atlanta:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Georgia Aquarium, Centennial Olympic Park and Piedmont Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Atlanta.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Atlanta. Around 467 kilometers to the south-east, popular attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another essential stop in United States and is around 370 kilometers north-east of Atlanta. No trip is complete without visiting NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.