Flying from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to London Heathrow Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 8 hours 10 minutes.
London is five hours ahead of Atlanta and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Flights from ATL to LHR start at 17:10 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The latest departure is at 23:59 with Delta Air Lines. Overall, you can take your pick of 35 weekly Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights.
Your ATL to LHR flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
You can fly nonstop to London, the United Kingdom. Take to the skies with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to London Heathrow Airport:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Delta.
British Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers ATL to LHR flights. An impressive 84.48% of its services on this route arrive on time.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to London Heathrow Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between ATL and LHR include:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
Baltimore Washington International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Currently, R 4,927 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,678. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from ATL to LHR, book your trip four months before your departure date.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to London Heathrow Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from ATL to LHR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
When it comes to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport from central Atlanta, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near ATL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to London Heathrow Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Book a hotel near LHR if you're catching a late Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of London and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to central London has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 24 kilometres away.
It typically takes 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the most popular month to head to London. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATL to LHR in January. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many places in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another essential stop in the United Kingdom and is around 161 kilometres north-west of London. No trip is complete without experiencing Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
