Travelling from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): what you need to know
All great adventures start at one of Dallas's main airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Dallas Love Field (DAL). Explore your options for booking a flight from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) jetting off from either of these.
2 hours 14 minutes is the average journey time for a direct flight from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4, which is 1 hour ahead of Dallas. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is located in Atlanta.
With 364 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most popular route. Frontier Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:05. If you'd like to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from DFW to ATL is with Frontier Airlines at 22:21.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dallas to ATL. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Hopping on a plane during a peak time like July? Popular seasons (like spring break, summer and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dallas
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Take off and land with no stops from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Nonstop flights from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are available from here.
Popular carriers that operate direct flights from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport out of DFW include:
DFW is around 32 kilometres from central Dallas. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 26 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport:
About Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
Getting from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 17 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour and 9 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
For a one-way ticket from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, R 730 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip from just R 1,460. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
Get cheap tickets from Dallas to ATL by booking 7 months ahead. According to flight price data, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
To score the lowest price on your tickets from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, book your trip for April (it has the cheapest flights). Flexible on when you travel? Use the 'Whole month' function to find the most affordable day to fly.
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The best time to fly from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Atlanta. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Dallas to ATL, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport in January when temperatures average between -3ºC and 14ºC.
More about Atlanta
After locking in your flight from Dallas to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Atlanta:
Georgia Aquarium and Centennial Olympic Park are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Atlanta travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Piedmont Park.
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