Travelling from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Atlanta is four hours behind Nottingham, where East Midlands Airport is located. Atlanta follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to catch your EMA to Atlanta flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers offer the opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your journey. When booking your flight ticket from EMA to Atlanta, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) is a top stop on this route.
The journey from central Nottingham to EMA takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near EMA? If you're boarding an early flight from East Midlands Airport to Atlanta, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from East Midlands Airport, 75.1% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Atlanta
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way East Midlands Airport to Atlanta flight is R 6,449. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,944. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from EMA to Atlanta if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Atlanta. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from East Midlands Airport to Atlanta, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near ATL:
Pick up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and explore Atlanta and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are popular outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from EMA to Atlanta can help you get the best possible rate.
The address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Before scheduling your flights from East Midlands Airport to Atlanta, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Atlanta offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
When booking your East Midlands Airport to Atlanta flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from EMA to Atlanta in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
More about Atlanta
Once you've booked your flight from East Midlands Airport to Atlanta, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Atlanta:
Centennial Olympic Park and Georgia Aquarium are a couple of major attractions to add to your Atlanta itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
You've seen Atlanta, now it's time to discover other corners of United States. Travel about 467 kilometres south-east to Jacksonville to check off its top sights. From Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Charlotte is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. No trip is complete without visiting NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.